2018 Audi A6: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Audi A6: 2 recalls, 11 owner complaints and up to 28 mpg combined.
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Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #18V370000 · 2018 · 139,249 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a pods system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #19V035000 · 2019 · 74,881 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 q7, a6 and a7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi a8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails May leak fuel.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
The fix: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (7): the most common themes are warning light on (3), leaks (3).
- Fuel & propulsion (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2018 Audi A6 has 11 owner complaints, ranking #27 of 33 A6 model years for complaints (well below the 50 average). Complaints peaked in 2023 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 11,800 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (20 complaints, 3 recalls), 2019 (114 complaints, 7 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 34 | 28 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Audi A6 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2018 Audi A6. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Audi A6 problems?
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (7), fuel & propulsion (4), other / unknown (2).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Audi A6 get?
EPA ratings run up to 28 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (AM-S7)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 Audi A6 repair manual?
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