2016 Audi A6: common problems and reliability

The 2016 Audi A6 has 51 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and air bags. Owners most often flag motorized mmi screen failure: recurrent: the screen mechanism can break, and the screen may not retract or extend properly.

Safety record for the 2016 model year

51
Owner complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crash reports
2
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2016 Audi A6 vehicles (US, public record).

Is 2016 a good year for the A6?

Across the 25 A6 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2023) to 231 (1999). With 51 complaints, the 2016 A6 sits about the same asthe model's median of 59.

These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.

Where owners report problems

engine
17
air bags
8
electrical system
8
fuel/propulsion system
6
power train
5

Recalls affecting the 2016 A6

fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail

Campaign 19V035000

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.

electrical system:wiring

Campaign 18V862000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi A6 Sedans and 2015 Audi A7 vehicles. The auxiliary heater electrical connector on these vehicles may have been incorrectly inserted into

air bags:sensor:occupant classification

Campaign 18V370000

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 t

What owners report on the 2012-2018 A6

Owners of the 2012-2018 A6 are generally positive, praising the 3.0T supercharged engine as one of Audi's most reliable and the ZF 8-speed transmission as stout and well-programmed. The car is described as comfortable, solid, and a great value for its deprecia

  • Motorized MMI screen failure: Recurrent: The screen mechanism can break, and the screen may not retract or extend properly.
  • Water pump leaks: Very frequent: A common failure on the 3.0T, often addressed as preventive maintenance.
  • PCV valve failure: Recurrent: Known to fail on the 3.0T, especially on earlier CGXB engines.
  • Motor mount failure: Recurrent: Engine mounts can leak and fail, causing vibration at idle.
  • Control arm/suspension wear: Recurrent: Control arms and suspension components are common wear items at higher mileage.

Owner insights for the 2012-2018 A6. Read the full 2012-2018 owner report.

Typical used price

Used A6 listings typically run $15,991–$61,219 across 2015 to 2026 model years.

Other A6 model years

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