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2015 Audi S6 Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2015 Audi S6 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 5 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 S6, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

2015 Audi S6 owner complaints

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Audi S6, describing incidents dated November 15, 2020 to March 3, 2025.

Most-cited components

  • Engine 3 complaints
  • Electrical System 1 complaint
  • Fuel/Propulsion System 1 complaint
  • Steering 1 complaint
  • Suspension 1 complaint
  • Unknown or Other 1 complaint

Of the 5 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).

Newest complaints

  • ODI #11675620 · Filed

    Steering Module went out for no apparent reason. I was able to find a used one and have it repaired for just under $1000. I had git two quotes for to auto shops that specialize in Audi repairs and they were both over $5300 to repair this steering module. This is unacceptable.

  • ODI #11431421 · Filed

    Turbos blew causing the vehicle to lose power while trying to merge in traffic.

  • ODI #11420626 · Filed

    Multiple turbo failures. Engine shook violently then suddenly stopped in the middle of the road. This same issue happened 3 times affecting both turbos. It may be due to faulty oil filter/strainer. From online research (link below) this is a common problem for C7 Audi s6…

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NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2015 Audi S6 in 2 investigations. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.

Open and recently closed NHTSA defect investigations

Blocked Turbocharger Oil Strainer

NHTSA #22V178000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Engine — Gasoline — Turbo/Supercharger · NHTSA notice

Reported March 23, 2022 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Potentially affected: 26,093 vehicles

Repair completion: 85.05% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign 21H7 · Owners notified August 4, 2022 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation

Defect description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.

Safety consequence

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 crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.

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.nhtsa.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 June 25, 2012 – December 18, 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.

Other Audi S6 model years

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