2026 Audi A6
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2026: 6 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 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
4 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system.
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vehicle was put into gear and lost propulsion . Then all adas warning lights illuminated. This is the second time this has happened
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-31
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system and engine
Forward collision avoidance
4 of 6 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing adaptive cruise control and warnings.
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This report is on a new vehicle. The incident occurred within one week of purchase.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-05
Also filed under Service brakes
I own a new 2026 Audi A6 Prestige that I just purchased and have 320 miles on so far. The vehicle is experiencing a driver assistance system malfunction.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-03-13
Also filed under Lane departure
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 6 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Lane departure
2 of 6 total reports mention: lane departure, most commonly citing warning and blind spot detection.
Steering
1 of 6 total reports mentions: steering.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2026 Audi A6 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2026 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 2026 Audi A6?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2026 Audi A6 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.