NHTSA vehicle safety data
2015 Audi A6 Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2015 Audi A6 has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 22 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Audi dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2015 Audi A6, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2015 Audi A6 owner complaints
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Audi A6, describing incidents dated April 21, 2015 to July 16, 2026.
Most-cited components
- Engine 10 complaints
- Air Bags 4 complaints
- Electrical System 3 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 2 complaints
- Service Brakes 2 complaints
- Steering 2 complaints
Of the 22 complaints on file, 2 report a crash; across all 22 complaints, owners report 1 injury (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Newest complaints
ODI #11752697 · Filed
The contact's sister owns a 2015 Audi A6. The contact stated that while his sister was driving 35 MPH, the vehicle crashed into the rear of a Toyota 4Runner. The driver sustained injuries to the chest and neck and had back pain. Medical attention was not provided. The front bumper and frame, and…
ODI #11711678 · Filed
I am writing to report a serious and life-threatening safety incident involving my Audi vehicle following recent service performed by an authorized Audi dealer. Vehicle information: Model: Audi (2015) VIN: [XXX] Servicing Dealer: Audi Lafayette IN Date of Service: 2026-01-14 A few days after the…
ODI #11620102 · Filed
The contact owns a 2015 Audi A6. The contact stated that while driving on neighborhood roads at approximately 25 MPH, the coolant warning light was illuminated. The contact proceeded to park on the side of the road and walk to her residence to pick up coolant to refill the coolant tank. The vehicle…
Auxiliary Heater Connector may Overheat
NHTSA #18V862000 · Electrical System — Wiring · NHTSA notice
Reported December 5, 2018 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Potentially affected: 845 vehicles
Repair completion: 91.12% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 82C1 · Owners notified March 15, 2019 · Vehicles built July 1, 2014 – October 31, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi A6 Sedans and 2015 Audi A7 vehicles. The auxiliary heater electrical connector on these vehicles may have been incorrectly inserted into the auxiliary heater, possibly resulting in increased electrical resistance.
Safety consequence
The extra resistance can cause the connector to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the auxiliary heater connector, replacing the auxiliary heater and connector, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 82C1.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger's Air Bag may Deploy Improperly
NHTSA #18V370000 · Air Bags — Sensor — Occupant Classification · NHTSA notice
Reported June 4, 2018 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Potentially affected: 139,249 vehicles
Repair completion: 84.59% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 74D5 · Owners notified November 29, 2018 · Vehicles built April 4, 2011 – December 23, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Coolant Pump may Overheat or Short-Circuit
NHTSA #18V229000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Cooling System · NHTSA notice
Reported April 11, 2018 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Potentially affected: 342,867 vehicles
Repair completion: 87.11% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 19N3/19N4 · Owners notified September 14, 2018 · Vehicles built April 4, 2011 – December 22, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.
Safety consequence
A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Coolant Pump May Overheat and cause Fire
NHTSA #17V002000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Cooling System · NHTSA notice
Reported January 3, 2017 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Potentially affected: 342,867 vehicles
Repair completion: 91.68% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 19M1 · Owners notified March 3, 2017 · Vehicles built April 4, 2011 – December 22, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4 vehicles and 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.
Safety consequence
If the coolant pump overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the software so that the power supply to the coolant pump is deactivated if the pump becomes blocked with debris, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19M1.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Audi A6 model years
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