Audi S6 recalls

18 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

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

Latest 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 202222V806000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Back Over Prevention recallThe infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview…Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement6,076unitsOct 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 202222V178000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Engine And Engine Cooling recallThe turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.Engine & powertrainFree replacement26KunitsMar 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 202118V427000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThese vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as…Air bagsFree replacement238KunitsJun 201818V370000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallStress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS)…Air bagsFree repair139KunitsJun 201818V004000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallIn the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant…Air bagsFree replacement10KunitsJan 201817V032000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThese vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as…Air bagsFree replacement33KunitsJan 201713V450000 · Volkswagen OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallDue to manufacturing tolerance issues, a fuel line may leak fuel.Fuel systemFree replacement3,594unitsSep 201311V267000 · Volkswagen OF America, IncFuel System, Other recallThe aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve combined with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line…Fuel systemRepair5,992unitsMay 2011