Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2013 Audi S6
NHTSA data on file today
The 2013 Audi S6 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 42 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #22V178000 Blocked Turbocharger Oil Strainer NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V370000 Passenger's Air Bag may Deploy Improperly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V450000 Fuel Line Leak NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 33 complaints
- Power Train 8 complaints
- Electrical System 3 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 3 complaints
- Air Bags 2 complaints
- Suspension 2 complaints
Of the 42 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $9,000–$15,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2013 Audi S6 has a below-average reliability due to significant engine and turbocharger issues. The 42 complaints, largely related to the engine, combined with recalls on critical systems like the turbocharger oil supply and fuel lines, indicate potential ongoing problems. However, the evidence is somewhat limited beyond these areas.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turbocharger | 60,000–100,000 miles | $1,500–$3,500 | common |
| Fuel system | 50,000–90,000 miles | $500–$1,500 | occasional |
| Occupant detection system | 40,000–80,000 miles | $200–$800 | rare |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake pad replacements
- Fluid level checks
- Tire rotations and alignments
- Timing belt inspection
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual engine noises
- Oil leaks near the turbo
- Fuel smell in the cabin
- Airbag warning lights
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2013 Audi S6 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.