Structure Problems of Audi A6

Audi A6 owners have reported 40 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's bumper (17 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (11 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Audi A6


Recently reported Structure problems of Audi A6

The Bumper problem

Front bumper covers are too low and are getting caught on low parking spot cement wheel stops.   Read details...

The Body problem

Dear highway safety authority officer I am writing to formally request an investigation into a potential safety concern involving structural rust on the engine subframe (engine cradle) of the Audi A6, particularly in models from 2012 there have been growing concerns among owners and independent   Read details...

The Structure problem

My 2005 Audi A6 has water damage. Some how over night heavy rain seepage left an inch of water behind driver seat. Car was parked in driveway at a slight incline. All windows and doors where closed. This has caused $2,700 electrical damage to modules located under front passenger seat.   Read details...

The Door problem

Purchased a 2009 Audi A6 as my primary commuter and family vehicle. As I was attempting to put some items in the passenger front seat, the door unexpectedly close on my arm and scraped off about 2. 5 inches of my skin around my right elbow.   Read details...

The Trunk Lid problem

Vehicle, which I have owned since February of 2019, was stationary. As I opened the trunk lid by pulling up on the handle, I leaned slightly into the trunk to view an object. At this point, the lid started to close, touching the back of my head and neck.   Read details...




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