2016 Audi S6
Only 19 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 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 19
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2016
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2016: 19 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 19 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
13 of 19 total reports mention: engine.
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While driving with my wife and kids, on the highway, in the rain a warning message was displayed. The warning stated: steering malfunction, please stop the vehicle!. At which point the power steering locked-up & the engine powered down.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-09
Also filed under Electrical system and steering
I was accelerating with traffic while on an on ramp and merging into busy traffic on the interstate, when suddenly I lost power and my car began to decelerate at a rapid pace. There was no throttle when the gas pedal was being pressed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-04-03
Turbo failure at 60,000 miles stationary would not start
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-17
Power train
3 of 19 total reports mention: power train.
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There is something wrong with the way the S6 downshifts which makes driving unsafe.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-07-19
Electrical system
2 of 19 total reports mention: electrical system.
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This was a low mileage (9K) less than 1 year old pristine condition Audi S6. The vehicle was driven approximately 10 miles and then parked in a driveway where it was turned off.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-01-09
Forward collision avoidance
2 of 19 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 19 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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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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2021-03-29Preliminary evaluationClosed 2022-05-27 Engine Stall - Turbo Failure
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2022-04-04Engineering analysisClosed 2023-05-26 Engine Stall - Turbo Failure
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2022-08-04Engine and engine cooling22V178000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
Buy-smart checklist
2016 Audi S6 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 13 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V370000 · Air bags
- Recall 22V178000 · Engine and engine cooling
FAQ
- Is the 2016 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 2016 Audi S6?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 68% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 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.