no report yet
Storage: tank assembly
Risk. A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE FIRE.
2003 Audi S6Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2003 Audi S6, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 4, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Spanish Coches, CC BY 2.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2003 Audi S6 has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Fuel system, other
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel system, other | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2003 Audi S6 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.
no report yet
Electrical system
Risk. A FIRE COULD ORIGINATE IN THE LEFT DASHBOARD AREA.
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
2003 vs. every other S6 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 S6 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What S6 owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Pursuant to outstanding recall repair: Fuel tank leaks substantially when filled over 1/2 tank. Zimbrick Audi of Madison, WI confirms symptom, and confirms that fuel tank needs to be replaced pursuant to faulty rollover valve nipple. Audi of America is not currently offering a resolution as they…
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