2007 Audi A6
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 51 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 130 |
| 1999 | 217 |
| 2000 | 148 |
| 2001 | 113 |
| 2002 | 88 |
| 2003 | 66 |
| 2004 | 35 |
| 2005 | 91 |
| 2006 | 67 |
| 2007 | 53 |
| 2008 | 70 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 59 |
| 2013 | 52 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 51 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 113 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
60% of complaints: air bags — 32 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
SIDE IMPACT 2007 AUDI A6. FAILURE OF AIR BAGS TO DEPLOY. *DT THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS HIT ON THE SIDE AND HIS WIFE WAS SERIOUSLY INJURED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100409
TAKATA RECALL
NHTSA ODI report, 20171107
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V032000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171102
9% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKING, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND SCRAPPED THE SIDE OF A CEMENT WALL BEFORE CRASHING INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160524
I HAVE A 2007 AUDI A6 QUATRO. I WAS IN A PARKING GARAGE AND NEEDED TO TURN AROUND. VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, BACKED INTO A CEMENT POLE,SLOWLY, BUT ENOUGH TO BE FELT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20061009
6% of complaints: steering — 3 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: power train — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE AUTOMATIC REAR LID INCLUDES AN ELECTRIC MOTOR AND CLUTCH THAT WORK IN CONJUNCTION WITH TWO GAS STRUTS TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE REAR LID, INCLUDING A
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
Campaign 07V334000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834.
Campaign 16V382000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Campaign 17V032000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag with an alternate remedy part, free of charge. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Campaign 18V427000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Audi A6 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (32 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07V334000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V382000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V032000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V427000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2007 Audi A6 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Audi A6 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Audi A6?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Audi A6 have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.