2018 Audi S6
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2018
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 4 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 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
2 of 4 total reports mention: steering.
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First off let me start by saying the vehicle has 45k miles on it. There were no fault codes or system errors prior to the issue that developed. I was driving to a meeting in heavy rain, no issues or suspicion of issues arising.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-10
Also filed under Electrical system
I purchased the vehicle on 11/18/2017; on 11/21/2017 a dead battery caused the vehicle not to start.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-04
Visibility/wiper
1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
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I own a 2018 Audi S6 which I began driving in March 2018. Since then the windshield has shattered three times, due to only minor impacts of rocks or road debris each time.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-04-22
Service brakes
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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Excessive brake dust on wheels and rotors affecting stopping distance
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-09
Electrical system
1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2018 Audi S6 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility/wiper: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V370000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2018 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 2018 Audi S6?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Audi S6 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.