Audi · Model Report
Safety data across 33 model years.
The 2021 Audi A6 has been subject to several recalls, primarily concerning its electrical system and suspension components. While no owner complaints or federal investigations have been reported, numerous technical service bulletins address issues ranging from engine stalling and transmission…
Audi has issued Technical Service Bulletin 2081542/1 for 2025-2026 A6, S5, and SQ5 models experiencing a 'Drive system fault' and storing DTCs P119A00 or P119B00. This is a known software issue, and a solution is anticipated by Q2 2026. Owners are advised against component replacement.
Audi has released Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 2081508/1, a Pending Service Solution (PSS 55), concerning a rear lid malfunction in certain 2025-2026 Audi A5, S5, Q5, SQ5, and A6 models. Owners may experience the rear lid not opening or closing fully, or closing too quickly. This TSB outlines…
Audi TSB 2081477/1 details the planned introduction dates for the combined software update 03.11.00/C PPE/PPC KD2 for various 2025-2026 Audi models. This informational bulletin outlines new software versions and affected platforms.
Audi has released Technical Service Bulletin 2081427/1 to address a check engine light (MIL) and unusual radiator fan behavior, often accompanied by DTC P1A7B00, in certain 2025-2026 A5, S5, Q5, SQ5, and 2026 A6 models. The fix involves configuring the HCP4 control unit.
Audi has issued Technical Service Bulletin 2081404/1 addressing a software issue in 2025-2026 A5, Q5, and A6 models where the vehicle's clock automatically changes by an hour while driving. This TSB explains that a permanent fix is expected by late 2026, and no component replacement is needed.
Audi has released Technical Service Bulletin 2081403/1 to address issues where driver assist systems and traffic sign recognition may become inoperative in certain 2025-2026 models. This TSB covers diagnostic trouble codes U198C00, U147C00, and U194E00.
Audi has issued Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 2081402/1 for 2018-2025 A4, A5, A6, and A7 models regarding a musty or damp smell and wet footwell. This issue is caused by an incorrectly installed AC drain hose.
Audi has released Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 2081344/1 addressing driver assist system fault messages and the 'take over steering prompt' appearing shortly after starting the vehicle in 2025-2026 A5, A6, Q5, S5, and SQ5 models. This issue is linked to DTC U171200.
Audi has released TSB 2081327 addressing a software issue in 2025-2026 A5, A6, Q5, S5, and SQ5 models where the service interval display may show an inspection is due too late. This could lead to exceeding maximum distance or time between services. A solution is under development.
Audi has issued TSB 2081251/1 for 2025-2026 A5, A6, Q5, S5, SQ5 models experiencing a 'Proactive occupant protection: fault' message with DTCs U017E00 and U017F00. This is a software issue, and no repairs are currently needed as a solution is pending.
Audi has issued Technical Service Bulletin 2081071/2 for 2025-2026 A5, S5, Q5, SQ5, and 2026 A6 models addressing a gearbox functional issue. Owners may see a gearbox warning lamp or a message like 'P cannot be selected. Vehicle may roll away! Please contact workshop' along with DTCs P187C00…
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8, Audi A7, and Audi A6 vehicles previously repaired under recall number 25V900. Due to a software error, the lane departure warning system may be deactivated.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 Sportback E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 SQ8, A6 SEDAN, A7, A8, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S6 SEDAN, S7, S8, A6 Allroad, and SQ7 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, RS7, RS6 Avant, A6 Allroad, 2019-2021 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. An incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.
The contact owns a 2024 Audi A6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle suddenly came to an abrupt stop. The contact stated that everything turned off except for the instrument panel, which displayed an accident warning light. The vehicle was not in a crash, but all the features became inoperable. The vehicle was able to be restarted and driven. The dealer was notified of the failure and acknowledge the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 34,034.
No injuries · No fire · No crash
THE GATEWAY COMPUTER WAS FRIED DUE TO WATER CONSUMPTION. I WAS DRIVING AND LOST ALL POWER IN THE CAR AND HADE TO PULL OVER WITH NO POWER TO HELP ME. ALSO THIS WAS ALREADY RECALLED IN 2019-2022 AUDI FIX WAS TO PUT A PLASTIC BAG AROUND THE GATE WAY COMPUTER BUT THIS DID NOT PRETECT THE GATEWAY PROPERLY. THE GATEWAY IS LOCATED UNDER THE REAR SEAT DEALER CONFIRMED THE GATEWAY HAD WATER DAMAGE AND WOULD NOT WARENTY THE PROBLEM EVEN THOUGH I STILL HAD A WARENTY AUDI DELT WITH MY INSURANCE TO CORRECT THR PROBLEM. ALL WORNING LIGHT APPERIRED WHEN THE PROBLEM ACCURED ONLY.
No injuries · No fire · No crash
vehicle was put into gear and lost propulsion . Then all adas warning lights illuminated. This is the second time this has happened
No injuries · No fire · No crash
The contact owns a 2025 Audi A6. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle locked independently, trapping the driver and passengers inside. The failure occurred repeatedly; during the first two occurrences, unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where a locking mechanism failure was diagnosed, and the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle was waiting to be towed to the dealer due to the same failure. The failure mileage was approximately 7,017.
No injuries · No fire · No crash
Drive Train suffered a life threatening loss of propulsion on a main highway . My safety was at risk due to the losing propulsion leaving me in the middle of the highway in an unsafe vehicle. Multiple communication-module fault codes. Dealer has acknowledged these issues. there were warning lights and multiple messages after .
No injuries · No fire · No crash