repaired · 2026 Q3
Rear/other: retractor
NewRisk. An improperly secured child seat can increase risk of injury during a crash.
2025 Audi A6 Sportback E-TRONProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2025 Audi A6 Sportback E-TRON, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-638 the manufacturer reports only 94% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 9, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Audi A6 Sportback E-TRON has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system
1Forward collision avoidance
1Power train
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2025 Audi A6 Sportback E-TRON recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Front: retractor
Risk. In a crash, a damaged torsion bar in a retractor could fail.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Audi.
Best & worst years
2025 vs. every other A6 Sportback E-TRON year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the A6 Sportback E-TRON median. How we score
'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2025 Audi A6 Sportback E-TRON safety ratings
2025 AUDI A6 SPORTBACK E-TRON 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (6.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What A6 Sportback E-TRON owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2025 Audi A6 Sportback E-tron. The contact stated that while his wife was attempting to exit the vehicle through the rear door, the door failed to open as needed. Additionally, the contact was unable to unlock or gain access to the vehicle via the phone key and keyless entry…
Own a 2025 A6 Sportback E-TRON?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.