2005 Audi A6 / S6 Problems and Repair Histories

Year	Make/Model	Trips/Year/100 Cars	Compared to all models for the same year
2005	Audi A6	25 A6s, 9.5 months of data per A6, average 101900 miles First year of the C6 A6.76	Fewest Trips Most Trips	see reported repairs

Audi A6 / S6 in Estonia
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2011	139500		First odometer entry
Nov	2011	141360	0	Power steering pump hose leak. Had to refill fluid every four days. Random starter fault when sold.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2012	146940		First odometer entry
Oct	2012	160620	0	Lower outside valance on both drivers and passanger front doors were separating away from the door at the top of the valance. Audi replaced and painted both doors and trim at no cost under the warranty for rust.
Dec	2012	164300		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2010	50840		First odometer entry
Nov	2010	53320	0	Both front windows were slow when rolling up or down. Ordered window guides and replaced on another trip.
Jan	2011	55360	0	Takes a long time for engine to reach operating temperature. Shop didn't find any problems as the engine was already warm by the time it was driven to the shop.
Apr	2011	58940	0	Engine would take a long time to reach the normal operating temperature. Thermostat has been replaced. Both front power windows were rolling up or down very slowly. Regulators replaced. Problem remained.
Jun	2011	62620	0	The front windows are rolling up and down too slowly. parts ordered. In addition, the black paint on switches and buttons are bubbling or coming off, new switches ordered.
Jul	2011	63220	0	Parts installed, slow windows and switches fixed.
May	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Arizona, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2007		0	airbag light in dash on. This was the third time it has been back for the same problem. replaced module in dash, replaced seatbelt sensor in back seat, then replaced entire seatbelt mechanism. LIGHT is back ON!! Wiperblades replaced and center console doo
Dec	2009	49000	50	Front sway bar bushings and control arm bushings worn and creaking. air bag warning light came on and required software update.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2009	53000		First odometer entry
Jan	2010	60000	0	Slow leak from wiper wash reserve tank. Headlight washer pump replaced under CPO warranty. Right rear light intermittently out. Replaced whole rear light assey under CPO warranty.
May	2010	65000	0	Ticking noise from front wheels noticable on indoor parking lots. Dealer replaced left & right lower steering arms saying the ends are worn out but ticking noise still exists. Don't even know why steering parts were replaced.
Sep	2010	72000	0	Nothing. Could not replicate problem! Oil leak detected on valve cover. Was told during 65K maintenace that was catetory 3 and had to be developed to category 1 in order to be covered under CPO. Oil loss increased and so took it in and was repaired by replacing gasket.
Aug	2011	85500	300	A/C Not working and performed Total A/C Diagnostics. Found low charge of R134A A/C Gas and Re-Charges gas. Parking Sensor Buzzer sound is breaking up. Part is only $20 but Labor will cost another $240 so decided not to fix problem.
Sep	2011	86000	0	Check engine light came on. Reset ECU with VAG-COM at the dealer and problem dissappeared. Computer was showing lean fuel to air mixture but could not fine cause of problem
Nov	2011	90000	5	Xenon light leveling motor defective warning light came on but dissappeared by itself. Problem has not returned for another 2 weeks. Side marker bulb out warning lit. Bought bulb at Walmart for $5 and self repaired. Warning light is now off.
Apr	2012	96000	300	Check engine light on. Intake vacuum leak found. Intake hose torn found through visual inspection. Part replaced and error codes reset.
Mar	2013	110000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Connecticut, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2012	82000		First odometer entry
Jul	2012	82000	1300	car sputters when accelerating,slight cliking outside car when turning the wheel,car vibrates when turning very sharp or doing a uturn

 

Audi A6 / S6 in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2012	97000		First odometer entry
Dec	2012	99000	0	Trunk will not latch closed. Played with latch using key and got it to work eventually, but the problem returns periodically.
Feb	2013	100500	0	Power steering pump, which was only 13 months old, failed. Replaced again by mechanic under warranty (even though slightly out of warranty)
Mar	2013	101000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2013	140000		First odometer entry
May	2013	140000	780	Coolant leak in the radiator

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Sweden
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2013	111600		First odometer entry
May	2013	111600	150	Ignition box failure cylinder 3

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2010		650	start failure
Mar	2010		0	Car showing severe electrical problems. Battery drain. Repair trip to diagnoze problems
Apr	2010		790	esm failure electric brake failure

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Louisiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2011	31000		First odometer entry
May	2011	35000	1036	Power steering hose has a leak. They quoted me $254.58, for part and labor. Originally brought car in for 35k service, but had noticed a slight issue with power steering pump. Also, front brakes and rotors need to be replaced at $511.50.
Oct	2011	39000	1965	Transmission was leaking significant amount of ATF. Dealer replaced gasket and re-filled transmission. Water cooled altenator started making a horrible noise; apparently a bearing failed causing the problem, this bad boy cost around $1000 to replace.
Sep	2012	46000	1500	sway bar bushings wore out & needed to be replaced. bushings failed on Upper linkage (control arms) needed to be replaced
Mar	2013	51000	560	Replaced worn rear brake pads & rotors with EBC yellow stuff performance pads & slotted rotors

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2011	88000		First odometer entry
Mar	2011	89000	1300	Car stalled and would not start. Required new fuel pump and emissions sensor

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Connecticut, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2011	59000		First odometer entry
Dec	2011	68000	200	trunk latch not engaging
Mar	2012	73000	820	pads and roters

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Colorado, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2010	74000		First odometer entry
Aug	2010	74000	3400	new steering column lock out sensor broke and whole column needed replaced all new upper control arms new tires because it wore one down when the column went haywire
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Tennessee, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2010		308	Broken Trunk Latch
Jan	2011	50000	708	Valve Cover Gasket
Feb	2011	50000	1000	Front Control Arm Bushings

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Ireland
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2012	56420		First odometer entry
Jun	2012	58900	110	Throttle valve control problem . P1545
Apr	2013	62000	0	Throttle valve control unit replaced part no Ae4015950j

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Indiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2011	68000		First odometer entry
Jan	2012	75700	800	Replaced heating unit and control unit for heat/ac
Mar	2012	91000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Alabama, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2008	50000		First odometer entry
Jul	2010	77000	50	headlight system that follows direction of wheels
Dec	2012	127000	5000	rebuilt engine.
Apr	2013	131000	0	rear left brake and turn signal fail to operate intermittently

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Tennessee, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2008		0	Replaced CD changer in glovebox because it was staticy and wouldn't play even brand new clean CDs. Warranty item
Aug	2008		0	Replaced drivers interior door panel because the vinyl material CRACKED by the door handle. Covered reluctantly under warranty by AUDI. Clearly a manufacturers defect in the trim panel -- the stresses cracked it from opening and closing the door.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2008		0	Repair locking mechanism in driver side door

 

Audi A6 / S6 in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2009		0	cleared code for "gross evap leak"
Jan	2013	130000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2008		0	Replaced Catalytic converter

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2007		0	Exterior chrome trim surrounding windows and trunk lid replaced under warranty due to waterspot-like corrosion. Overhead interior light panel replaced under warranty due to broken retaining clips, wouldn't stay in place.
Sep	2008			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Idaho, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2010	75000		First odometer entry
Jul	2011	85000	0	Sunroof switch quit functioning and was freewheeling. Known TSB available for the problem and switched replaced at no cost.
Mar	2013	104000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2007		0	Fix power input closest to front dash
Dec	2012	100000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Iowa, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2011	65000		First odometer entry
Jan	2013	88700	10	Light bulb burned out, day running side light, front right side, inside the bumper.
Mar	2013	90000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2010	89000		First odometer entry
Nov	2010	89000	1950	Towed to dealer with no start. Timing chain tensioner failed right side cam skipped timing.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2009	67580		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	68200	750	Fuel injector #2 failed, needed to be replaced. Apparently it's an AUDI "blocked" part. This means that the replacement must be done at a dealership (can't be taken to a 3rd party garage)
Sep	2009	68820	1700	Access/Start Control unit was fried. The car would not start. Part had to be ordered from Germany. Audi of Canada refuses to acknowledge that the TSB should have been covered under warranty as it was a known issue for at least 2 years.
Jun	2010	75640	40	The warning for the rear right brake/turn signal light goes on intermittently. However, the bulb is fine... seems to be an LED contact problem. Likely, the whole fixture needs to be replaced @ $300 (AUDI likes this approach a lot).
Sep	2010	77500	600	Front passenger headlight burned out, $350 after tax... Did the carbon injector cleaning service for $250, we'll see what that accomplished.
Oct	2010	77500	0	When sold the brake light was still intermittently not working (tripping the alert on the dashboard) - by extension the right turn signal wouldn't work either because it was the same light.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2009	55000		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	56000	825	car was diagnosed with a #3 fuel injector that was stuck wide opened, and one side of air intake manifold was not opening/closing correctly.fuel injector had to be replaced. also had all spark plugs replaced. primary cost of repair went labor. ouch!
Apr	2012	106000	2000	In-take manifold and housings malfunction and to be replaced.
Mar	2013	123000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2008	50000		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	80000	175	Normal trip when something broke, can't remember what really, mostly little things.
Oct	2009	88000	200	Repair the Back-up sensor
Jun	2011	116000	400	Right front wheel bearing.
Feb	2012	127000	1200	Weird flywheel bolt sheering issue, almost cost me my life, but got it off the road before crazy bad damage.
Mar	2013	137000	2500	Needed a new steering rack. Decided to dump the car after the repair.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008		0	Airbag light came on. Attributed to software fault. Software updated. Engine light came on.Found multiple ignition misfires, swapped coils and sparks plugs, to return @later date.
Nov	2008		0	Airbag light is on.Found faulty seat belt buckle shorted out, replaced.
Jan	2009		0	Engine light is on, traced to a faulty key tumbler.Replaced, also found sporadic misfires in cylinder 1 and 5. Switch may have been the cause for misfire. Start switch inop at times. Replaced
Mar	2009		0	Engine light is on. Vehicle misfiring due to faulty intake system, used fuel injection service to clean intake system.
Jun	2009	41500	0	Engine light goes on and off. Fault codes for ramdom multiple misfires. Factory service bulletin ordered all rocker arms,lifters and corresponding gaskets replaced. 3 spark plugs replaced. Hope the misfire problem has gone away!
Aug	2009	44500	0	Timing Chain Cover flared in right side causing to leak oil which dripped into the exhaust creating smoke and bad odor.Cover was replaced by dealer. There was an update to the software, but dealer did not install because was not part of warranty ($250)
Dec	2009	46000	0	More problems with engine light coming on. Coils are supposed to be replaced by manufacturer, but owner needs to wait for call from dealer. Car is out of warranty if yellow light is due to another reason owner will be charged. Had enough of Audi!!!!!
Jan	2012	57000	220	Intake manifold removed, many parts replaced due to continuos engine misfiring, this problem is occurring since car had 27000 miles, coils were never replaced even when Audi ordered to do so by dealer. Rear lid latch failed to lock
Mar	2012	60000	632	They found several problems inside engine like broken valve springs. They replaced quite a few parts and rebuilt half of the engine. I only paid about 15 percent of the total. Finally after two years the car is performing well.
Mar	2013	67000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2009	41000		First odometer entry
Jun	2009	42000	160	The car was taken in early for it 45,000 service. I had to pay full price for the service aprox $110. The A/C compressor was broken so the part was ordered, then installed a week later. It was covered under the CPO Warranty. $50 deductable CPO warranty
Jul	2009	42000	50	The window washing fluid motor was replaced.
Mar	2010	53000	0	Car was in for routine service and discovered rear brakes needed replaced
Aug	2010	61000	128	Air Conditioning unit was recharged with Freon
Nov	2010	67000	140	Replaced fuel pressure sensor and fuel filter, problem still exists.
Dec	2010	68000	560	Low pressure fuel pump replaced. Cold start missfire CEL and rough idle during cold weather start up sometimes the car would die. Dealer said the car had carbon build-up on the intake valves, dealer suggested using seafoam instead of taking apart intake and manually clean I elected to try the seafoam first and it helped so for now I will not have the intake valves cleaned by the dealership.
Jun	2011	77000	45	Fuel pump had to be replaced again. Fuel filter was also replaced. Tech said the fuel filter was clogged causing the fuel pump to fail.
Jan	2012	87300	1400	The car had the intake removed and excessive carbon deposits removed from the intake valves. Vacuum evac pump replaced Spark plugs replaced
Mar	2012	90000	1100	The car was in for to both a high pressure fuel pump replacement and a low pressure fuel pump replacement
May	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in New Hampshire, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2008	35000		First odometer entry
Jun	2008	39000	0	the button on the drivers side door to lock/unlock door with advanced key was inoperable Surround sound settings resetting to factory settings. Not able to select station presets, cursor kept jumping to top of screen.
Mar	2011	106000	4341	Diagnosed with a stretched timing chain. Replace all chains, sensors, pulleys and gaskets.
Dec	2011	129000	1100	Rear plate lights not lighting. Problem with one the the computer modules.
Jan	2013	167000	1030	Temperature sensor failed causing engine to run lean and overheated catalytic converter Coolant leak at one of the phalanges. Belt tensioner failing causing serpentine belt to rattle. Amplifier failed causing loss of radio, nav, Bluetooth, cd player.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2007	60000		First odometer entry
Jul	2008	72000	50	1. leak detect sensor replaced 2. vacuum hose replaced 3. engine control module replaced (root cause)
Dec	2008	78000	0	Trunk will not latch.
Jun	2009	87000	0	spring kit for sunshade in sunroof replace after springs had fallen out.
Jun	2011	121000	500	CV joint broken, noisy; replaced. electronic parking brake malfunction, noticed via warning light. Not I function I use. $400+ (wiring harness + label) Will repair soon as I assume need to pass inspection in September
Mar	2013	149000	1600	Replaced wiring harness, controller, and switch for electronic parking brake.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2008	42000		First odometer entry
Dec	2008	44000	0	Entire Multi-Media Interface (MMI) died. No radio, cd, satellite, phone, nav or set-up features.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2009	71000		First odometer entry
Nov	2009	76000	1284	Heater blowing hot and cold air from random vents; fixed through TSB. New battery drains prematurely; brake light TDB. Advanced Key stopped working; replaced start/stop button. Drivers Auto Down does not work consistently; replaced window pad.
Jun	2010	83000	210	Driver and passenger side washer nozzle.
Aug	2010	85000	1400	Front passenger occupant sensor need to be replaced. Airbag light came on. Part was not in stock; dealer had to order from Germany, est shipping 5 days, repair 4 hours max.
Dec	2010	89000	1200	Both front upper control arms and sway bar had to be replaced.
May	2011	93000	0	driver side brake lamp: replaced assembly because LED
Jul	2011	95000	200	Right DRL out, and check engine light due to evap leak.
Jun	2012	104000	1600	replace ABS module
Aug	2012	104000	1600	SRS Airbag light on. Needs new center rear seat belt sensor.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2007	44000		First odometer entry
Oct	2009	64300	50	Fuel gauge fluctuates
Jan	2011	77000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in North Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2010	93000		First odometer entry
Oct	2010	95000	800	Suspension "boots" worn and replaced.
Jan	2012	109000	2500	Head gasket Replace fuel pump and filter Replace water pump and timing belt Replace surpentine belt and roller CV boot replacement
Dec	2012	124000	0	Fluid dropped levels in brakes. Bled and replaced, checked for leaks, nothing found.
Mar	2013	125000	235	Vibration mount had deteriorated. Replaced.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Indiana, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2010	78000		First odometer entry
Dec	2010	78000	0	ongoing problem with driver-side rear turn signal/brake light that intermittently stops working. Dealer replaced taillight assembly for 3rd time. Unsuccessful - again!
Jan	2011	78700	765	Service manager said they replace all the light bulbs with genuine Audi parts - thought maybe they hadn't done that previously. Still unsuccessful. Gas flap would open on its own when I got into the car. They were able to reprogram some code and successfully fixed that problem. A valve seal (driver's side cylinder head) suddenly started leaking and the engine began to smoke - while my car was in the shop! Replaced three seals.
Feb	2011	79300	0	I am still waiting for the dealer to acquire a loaner car for me to use while they try once again to find a fix. In the meantime, I'm trying to avoid making any left turns or changing lanes on the highway.
Jun	2011	80000	0	Brought Audi to dealer for routine maint. end of June. They said needed brakes (min. $500). Decided to give up on electrical problem & spend no more $$ on the car. Traded for a 2011 Nissan Maxima. I feel cheated by Audi Company.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Maine, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2007	35000		First odometer entry
Mar	2008	38000	0	Replace worn brake pads.
Sep	2008	42000	0	Right rear wheel bearings diagnosed as failing. Right rear wheel bearings replaced.
Nov	2008			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2010	52000		First odometer entry
Sep	2010	53000	400	Oil leak, check engine light. Had to return it again because they did not completely fix oil leak.
Nov	2010	54500	477	Had to take the car in for rear brakes, fluid also added, also had to put in new wiper blades
Jan	2011	56000	700	trunk would not operate, needed 55,000 maintenance. oil change, electrical etc.
Jul	2011	63000	500	Just preventive maintenance Brakes replaced in front and windshield wipers replaced.
Jan	2012	67000	219	Repair of a problem
Mar	2013	79000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2010	58000		First odometer entry
Jun	2010	60000	800	Airbag warning light came on. Needed to replace ignitor.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2009	41000		First odometer entry
Jan	2010	45000	0	TSB was used to repair the battery being constantly drained.
Feb	2011	66000	1570	Power steering line was leaking. Replaced and flushed system out Rear Defrost is not working. Fix was to replace AC head unit. $1000 with parts and labor = Living with no rear defrost! Transmission kicks when cold going in and out of 3&4 gear. Very noticeable, but dealer "Can not replicate" Right Front Wheel Bearing replaced Right rear taillight was grounding out causing all right rear lights to fail
Mar	2011	69000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2010	39000		First odometer entry
May	2010	40000	0	Moonroof leak. Fixed for free under recall notice.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi A6 / S6 in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2010	58000		First odometer entry
Mar	2011	62000	150	Ignition coil #5 replaced.
Dec	2011	73000	50	rear fog lights. 3 or 4 different audible signals indicate bulbs out, but I cant really see which ones are out even when I have someone else in car and look myself. Don't even know what a