The 2016 Audi A6 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 214,975 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 77 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the engine. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
Remedy
Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM18V8620002018-12-05845 affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi A6 Sedans and 2015 Audi A7 vehicles. The auxiliary heater electrical connector on these vehicles may have been incorrectly inserted into the auxiliary heater, possibly resulting in increased electrical resistance.
Consequence
The extra resistance can cause the connector to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the auxiliary heater connector, replacing the auxiliary heater and connector, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 82C1.
AIR BAGS18V3700002018-06-04139,249 affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection…
Consequence
If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
Complaints by component
ENGINE
17
2fires
AIR BAGS
8
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
7
1fires
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
6
1fires
POWER TRAIN
5
SERVICE BRAKES
3
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
3
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
3
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
2
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
2
Total complaints77
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal
information removed.
“I own a 2016 audi a6 3.0t. After filling the fuel tank completely, the vehicle only traveled approximately 190–200 miles before the fuel gauge indicated empty. This represents a sudden and significant loss of fuel range compared to normal operation. There are no warning lights, check engine…”
“The water pump on my 2016 audi a6 has failed multiple times prematurely. The first water pump failed at 36,965 miles in may 2019. That repair was covered under an extended warranty I purchased. The second water pump failed around 83,000 miles in september 2025, and audi is now quoting me $2,350…”
“There is a recall out for “2016 audi a6 vehiclesâ€� the recalls are “fuel system railâ€� as well as “coolant pumpâ€�. Both recalls are vin specific and what I find to be devastating is that both recall risk pertains to possible fire! I have the exact issues with my vehicle I even have the…”
“There is a recall out for “2016 audi a6 vehiclesâ€� the recalls are “fuel system railâ€� as well as “coolant pumpâ€�. Both recalls are vin specific and what I find to be devastating is that both recall risk pertains to possible fire! I have the exact issues with my vehicle I even have the…”
“This vehicle had a claim for water pump replacement and the 3.0 model has a recall for the turbo charger. This vehicle is experiencing the same issues and went from 70 mph to 0 and stalled on the freeway. Thankfully the semi and other vehicles were able to avoid me or my family would be reaching…”
“This vehicle had a claim for water pump replacement and the 3.0 model has a recall for the turbo charger. This vehicle is experiencing the same issues and went from 70 mph to 0 and stalled on the freeway. Thankfully the semi and other vehicles were able to avoid me or my family would be reaching…”
“This vehicle had a claim for water pump replacement and the 3.0 model has a recall for the turbo charger. This vehicle is experiencing the same issues and went from 70 mph to 0 and stalled on the freeway. Thankfully the semi and other vehicles were able to avoid me or my family would be reaching…”
“Engine area of car caught fire with ignition off”
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL,
FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2016 Audi A6 as of
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