2002 Audi S6
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2002
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2002: 7 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 0 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 0 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 2 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2013 | 42 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 4 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel system, gasoline
3 of 7 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 7 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2002 Audi S6. The contact stated that when the brake pedal was released and the accelerator pedal was depressed in cold temperatures, the vehicle failed to accelerate.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-03-06
Also filed under Power train
Dangerous random loss of throttle responsiveness; erratic transmission shift function .
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-02
Power train
2 of 7 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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Vehicle exhibits loss of throttle response and power if accelerator pedal is depressed under certain circumstances.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-10
Tires
1 of 7 total reports mentions: tires.
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Tire exploded (At freeway speed) and disintegrated causing me to be immediately driving on the wheel (Damaging the wheel) until I could get over to the right shoulder and stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-04
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
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Fuel is leaking from the top of the driver side of fuel tank. Appears to be near to rollover nipple that was previously recalled in 2010. Result: accumulation of fuel near exhaust - fire hazard.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-06-24
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2004-07-26Electrical system04V133000 On certain passenger vehicles, if a driver's knees push against the knee bolster (Crash element) located under the dashboard, it can contact the headlight switch wiring harness, and an electrical…
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective covering on the knee bolster (Crash element). In addition, the wiring harness as well as the felt protector on the left side of the dashboard carrier will be…
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2011-06-21Fuel system, other11V267000 Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2001-2004 Audi A6, model year 2002-2003 S6 and model year 2003 RS6 vehicles equipped with 4.2L engines and manufactured from June 19, 2001, through June 8…
Remedy: Dealers will reinforce the nipple on the rollover valve to prevent leakage or repair the cracking at the nipple. The recall is expected to begin during June 2011. Owners may contact Audi at…
Buy-smart checklist
2002 Audi S6 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel system, gasoline: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 04V133000 · Electrical system
- Recall 11V267000 · Fuel system, other
FAQ
- Is the 2002 Audi S6 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 2002 Audi S6?
- The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2002 Audi S6 have?
- 2 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.