Ignition problems of the 1999 Audi A6

Two problems related to ignition have been reported for the 1999 Audi A6. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Ignition problem

Failure Date: 09/10/2002

The ignition system has a flaw allowing the ignition/auto-transmission to be switched off in drive. Without knowing that had happened, the driver started the vehicle which immediately began rolling. The owner tried to stop the vehicle and was injured in the process. Please describe details.

2 Ignition problem

Failure Date: 01/01/1901

Audi A6 1999. The vehicle was able to be started easily while in gear. The master cylinder failed without warning. The low beam headlight burned out without warning.




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