Structure Problems of Audi A6

Audi A6 owners have reported 44 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 (14 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

I was traveling at ~65mph on the freeway when the sunroof spontaneously exploded. It was louder than a gunshot—I nearly lost control of the vehicle. The explosion occurred in the outward direction. There was no evidence of impact of preexisting damage.   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2020 Audi A6. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, water leaked into the vehicle and accumulated in the rear passenger’s side area of the vehicle. The contact initially believed that the failure might be related to inclement weather; however, the issue   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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