Is the 2014 Audi A6 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Audi A6 is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Audi A6?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Audi A6 have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2014 Audi A6

▲ Better than typical

2014 Audi A6
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This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 41
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Steering

Complaints per year

2014: 41 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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Steering

20% · 8 reports

Air bags

20% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing front passenger and occupant classification.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Audi A6. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18V370000 (Air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-29

Fuel/propulsion system

15% · 6 reports

Engine

12% · 5 reports

Show complaint excerpts

On XXX my 2014 Audi A6 failed to accelerate on a parkway. An EPC light appeared. I restarted. It reappeared and car was slow and shaky. I took right to nearest Audi dealership.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-22

I purchased a 2014 Audi A6 2.0T Quattro premium plus on November 15, 2024 with 99,141 miles. I got the 14 day dealership extended warranty, which covered powertrain systems.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-04

Service brakes

10% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2017-03-03Engine and engine cooling17V002000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4 vehicles and 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the software so that the power supply to the coolant pump is deactivated if the pump becomes blocked with debris, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017.

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2018-02-05Fuel system, gasoline17V781000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Audi A6 and A7 vehicles. The fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel leak.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-888-237-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AR.

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2018-09-14Engine and engine cooling18V229000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4.

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2018-11-29Air bags18V370000 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).

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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2014 Audi A6 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Steering: 8 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 8 reports on file for this year.
Fuel/propulsion system: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 17V002000 · Engine and engine cooling
Recall 17V781000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 18V229000 · Engine and engine cooling
Recall 18V370000 · Air bags

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FAQ

Is the 2014 Audi A6 reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Audi A6 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Audi A6?: The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Audi A6 have?: 4 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.