2021 Audi A6 recalls

11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 3, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

25V900000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Back Over Prevention recallPlease see the recall report for a complete list of models.Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update357KunitsDec 202525V201000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallDue to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.ElectricalFree software update44KunitsMar 202523V601000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Service Brakes, Hydraulic recallAn incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.Brakes & stabilityFree replacement7,499unitsAug 202322V861000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallLiquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.ElectricalFree repair51KunitsNov 202222V742000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Back Over Prevention recallDue to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed…Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update170KunitsOct 202222V155000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallThe fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel level reading to be displayed on the instrument cluster.ElectricalFree repair47KunitsMar 202222V034000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Suspension recallThe rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.Steering & suspensionFree replacement31KunitsJan 202221V606000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Seat Belts recallThe rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing…Seats & beltsFree replacement45KunitsAug 202121V295000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Suspension recallThe lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.Steering & suspensionFree replacement41KunitsApr 202121V159000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThe score line on the passenger air bag may not have been manufactured correctly.Air bagsFree repair3,421unitsMar 202120V749000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThe electrical connector can detach from the door crash sensor in either of the front doors.Air bagsFree replacement166unitsDec 2020