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2014 Audi S6Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 20 owner complaints about the 2014 Audi S6, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-178 the manufacturer reports only 79% of affected cars repaired.

2014 Audi S6
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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls3Lowest repair rate 79%Owner complaints202 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage74kEngine, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 18, 2025. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Complaints by system

Where the 2014 Audi S6 has problems

20 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine141
Fuel/propulsion system31
Suspension30
Power train21
Steering20
Engine and engine cooling10
Exterior lighting11
Forward collision avoidance10
Electrical system10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

3 recalls

2014 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.

79%repaired · 2024 Q2

Gasoline: turbo/supercharger

Recall 22V-178 · Mar 23, 2022 · 26,093 vehicles · 20,680 repaired

Risk. Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a…

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85%repaired · 2020 Q1

Sensor: occupant classification

Recall 18V-370 · Jun 4, 2018 · 139,249 vehicles · 117,762 repaired

Risk. If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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98%repaired · 2015 Q1

Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 13V-450 · Sep 23, 2013 · 3,594 vehicles · 3,505 repaired

Risk. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.

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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

2014 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
NHTSA crash tests

2014 Audi S6 safety ratings

2014 Audi S6 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

★★★★★Overall rating
  • Rollover: 5 stars (9.0% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: Optional
  • Lane departure warning: No
2 investigations

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal investigations that included the 2014 Audi S6, and the recalls they led to.

  1. Engine Stall - Turbo FailureEA22001 · closed May 26, 2023
    No recall
  2. Engine Stall - Turbo FailurePE21009 · closed May 27, 2022
    Led to recall 22V-178
In owners' words

What S6 owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

I am writing to formally lodge a complaint regarding the persistent and premature failure of motor and transmission mounts on the 2014 Audi S6, manufactured and sold by [Automaker Company Name]. This issue has resulted in significant inconvenience and financial burden and, more importantly, poses…
Complaint 11526318 · Jun 10, 2023
Camshaft Actuator, Camshaft positioner, Camshaft sensors. No warning or dash lights, car abruptly stopped on Highway while traveling 65mph 15 hours after Audi replaced replaced both fuel pumps and oil screen recall fix. Inspection of entire vehicle was done at time of recall fix and fuel pumps…
Complaint 11480926 · Aug 24, 2022
Two months into owning the car, my turbo failed. Car was towed to dealership and are trying to charge me 11,000$. 2 weeks into owning vehicle. Noticed oil level at minimum. Call dealer and was advised to add oil. Never was told to come into service to have it checked. Upon further investigation, I…
Complaint 11479882 · Aug 18, 2022

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