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Audi A6 Allroad problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every A6 Allroad from 2020 to 2026: 23 owner complaints and 20 recalls across 7 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2021 (9), 2020 (8), 2022 (2). Best fuel economy: 25 mpg combined (2025).

Audi A6 Allroad
Photo: Alexander-93 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical10
Transmission & drivetrain5
Forward collision avoidance5
Fuel & propulsion3
Other / unknown2
Body & structure2
Engine2
Suspension1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20204822
20218922
20224223
20231124
20241025
20251125
20261224

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Audi A6 Allroad?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2021 (9), 2020 (8), 2022 (2).

How many recalls has the Audi A6 Allroad had?

Across 2020–2026, NHTSA lists 20 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).