2011 Audi A6
Only 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 21
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2011
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2011: 21 complaints
View as data table
| 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 | 71 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 59 |
| 2013 | 52 |
| 2014 | 41 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 51 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 114 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 3 |
| 2025 | 5 |
| 2026 | 6 |
Known problem areas
Only 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
12 of 21 total reports mention: air bags.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owned a 2011 Audi A6. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, when he crashed (T-boned) another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-29
Takata recall- I was first informed of this recall in March even though the recall for my car started in January. Since, I have received no notification from Audi of the status of repair.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-28
Tl* Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Audi A6. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18V004000 (Air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-13
Seats
3 of 21 total reports mention: seats.
Electrical system
3 of 21 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
2011 Audi A6 seems to be overlooked compared to the rest of the Audiâs yet the Audi has so many different issues such as timing chain such as water pump, such as brake issues, such as rack pinion yet there hasnât been anyone investigating this...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-02-13
Also filed under Engine
Audi A8 2011 - issue regarding on/off switch we have a new A8. The on/off switch is next to the gear shift level on the console between the front seats.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-03-07
Engine
2 of 21 total reports mention: engine.
Wheels
1 of 21 total reports mentions: wheels.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Audi A6. While driving approximately 65 MPH, a loud noise emitted from the outside of the vehicle. The contact noticed that the rear passenger side tire had exploded.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-19
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2017-04-28Air bags16V382000 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.
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2018-06-29Air bags18V427000 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.
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2018-06-29Air bags18V004000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Audi mailed an interim owner notification March 02, 2018.
Buy-smart checklist
2011 Audi A6 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Seats: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V382000 · Air bags
- Recall 18V427000 · Air bags
- Recall 18V004000 · Air bags
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- Is the 2011 Audi A6 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Audi A6?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 Audi A6 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.