2022 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
- 4
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2022
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2022: 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.
Electrical system
3 of 4 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
My car sat overnight and the next afternoon I drove approx. 3 miles and got a warning to at the engine âcoolant temperature too high: let engine run while vehicle is stationaryâ.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-10
Also filed under Engine
The contact owns a 2022 Audi S6. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start-up after multiple attempts.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-08-19
Also filed under Engine
Engine
2 of 4 total reports mention: engine.
Structure
1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
Show complaint excerpts
unkown. the start of engine not cut on.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-08-19
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2023-01-19Electrical system22V861000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, A6 Allroad, 2021-2022 RS7, RS6 Avant, 2019-2022 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.
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2023-02-17Electrical system22V155000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RS6 Avant and RS7, 2020-2022 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, and S7, and 2019-2022 A6 Sedan and A7 vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new sensor in the tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DN.
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2023-06-06Back over prevention, equipment22V806000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
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2026-01-14Back over prevention25V900000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Audi S6 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V861000 · Electrical system
- Recall 22V155000 · Electrical system
- Recall 22V806000 · Back over prevention, equipment
- Recall 25V900000 · Back over prevention
FAQ
- Is the 2022 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 2022 Audi S6?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Audi S6 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.