repaired · 2026 Q3
Lane departure: software
NewRisk. The driver may be unaware that the lane departure warning system is deactivated and rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the risk of a crash.
2019 Audi A6Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 114 owner complaints about the 2019 Audi A6, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-601 the manufacturer reports only 92% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 17, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Audi A6 has problems
114 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
84Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
32Engine2 crash/fire/injury
15Power train1 crash/fire/injury
12Steering
11Forward collision avoidance
6Service brakes
5Lane departure
3Exterior lighting
3Structure
96 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 84 | 2 |
| Engine | 32 | 2 |
| Power train | 15 | 1 |
| Steering | 12 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 11 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 5 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 1 |
| 6 other systems | 9 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2019 Audi A6 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
Sensing system: camera
NewRisk. A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid
Risk. Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Electrical system
Risk. A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2024 Q4
Fuel gauge: fuel level float/sensor/sending unit
Risk. An inaccurate fuel reading may cause an engine stall due to lack of fuel, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Air bags
Risk. An incorrectly manufactured air bag may not deploy properly, and could also eject plastic debris into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury…
repaired · 2022 Q1
Electrical system: starter assembly
Risk. A short circuit in the starter generator increases the risk of a fire.
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
2019 vs. every other A6 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 median. How we score
'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2019 Audi A6 safety ratings
2019 Audi A6 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 (8.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What A6 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The central locking / electronic door lock system on my 2019 Audi A6 intermittently malfunctions, sometimes with a long beep sound and an error message appearing on the screen in front of my steering wheel. The affected system is available for inspection upon request. The issue does not happen all…
Shortly after purchasing in 2025 I began having occasional issues with the door locks. Eventually the issue would self resolve but now I have experienced at least 2 times in last month being locked inside the vehicle and unable to exit without climbing into the passenger seat. I have not taken it…
Complete shut down of all electrical associated components while driving on highway Loss of power steering loss of braking loss of ability to accelerate transmission failure loss of lane detection, loss of car detection. Diagnosed as, faulty alternator recall repaired and continuation of same…
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