2015 Audi A6 Safety Report
2015 Audi A6 Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2015 Audi A6
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2015 Audi A6. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (4) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (21) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 1 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Engine And Engine Cooling | Compare engine and engine cooling issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2018 | Compare against the 2018 Audi A6 with 2 complaints and 2 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2019 | Check the 2019 Audi A6 before buying across this generation. |
Audi A6 Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Audi A6 years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Audi A6 | 50 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2017 Audi A6 | 19 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2018 Audi A6 | 2 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Audi A6 | 107 | 7 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Audi A6 | 24 | 9 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Audi A6 | 11 | 11 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2015 Audi A6 Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2015 Audi A6, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Engine And Engine Cooling
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine And Engine Cooling issues Audi onlyEngine
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Audi onlyUnknown Or Other
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Audi onlySteering
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering issues Audi onlyAir Bags
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Audi onlyWheels
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Wheels issues Audi onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2015 Audi A6
Reliability Score
The 2015 Audi A6 receives a reliability score of 5 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates below-average reliability. Significant issues have been reported by owners and should be carefully evaluated before purchase.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2015 Audi A6
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2015 Audi A6
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2015 Audi A6:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling Coolant leakage and engine overheating are common, leading to serious safety concerns. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Air Bags Air bag sensor issues have been reported, potentially affecting occupant safety. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Steering Steering issues have been reported, including grabby brakes and sudden jerky stops. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System Electrical system issues, including wiring, have been reported, affecting vehicle performance. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2015 Audi A6:
Coolant leakage is a common issue, leading to engine overheating and serious safety concerns.
Engine overheating due to coolant leakage is a frequent problem, triggering the temperature warning light.
Air bag sensor issues have been reported, potentially affecting occupant safety.
Steering issues, including grabby brakes and sudden jerky stops, have been reported.
Recall Details for the 2015 Audi A6
The following 4 recalls have been issued for the 2015 Audi A6 by NHTSA:
Summary: 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 the auxiliary heater, possibly resulting in increased electrical resistance.
Consequence: The extra resistance can cause the connector to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the auxiliary heater connector, replacing the auxiliary heater and connector, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 82C1.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.
Consequence: A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.
Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4 vehicles and 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.
Consequence: If the coolant pump overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the software so that the power supply to the coolant pump is deactivated if the pump becomes blocked with debris, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19M1.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2015 Audi A6
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2015 Audi A6 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes.
I am writing to report a serious and life-threatening safety incident involving my Audi vehicle following recent service performed by an authorized Audi dealer. Vehicle information: Model: Audi (2015) VIN: [XXX] Servicing Dealer: Audi Lafayette IN Date of Service: 2026-01-14 A few days after the service appointment, my wife was driving the vehicle from Lafayette, Indiana to Chicago on the h...
The contact owns a 2015 Audi A6. The contact stated that while driving on neighborhood roads at approximately 25 MPH, the coolant warning light was illuminated. The contact proceeded to park on the side of the road and walk to her residence to pick up coolant to refill the coolant tank. The vehicle was then taken to the independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the coolant tank needed to be...
P2067 engine check code which shows faulty fuel sensor. Audi has recalled other year Audi a6 sedan vehicles with the same issue and this seems to be a safety issue as it can show incorrect fuel gauge and in the event of car out of fuel, engine can stall and can cause accident.
Coolant sprayed on engine components due to leaking Coolant /Water pump. Coolant level is falling below minimum level - Problem confirmed by the dealer 1. Water pump 2. Coolant sprayed onto engine components - potential fire hazard 3. Confirmed by dealer 4. Unknown 5, Umknown
The contact owns a 2015 Audi A6. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was antifreeze leaking underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the leak was a recurring failure. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the "Turn Off Engine, Check Coolant Level" message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer and the coolant pump was replaced under NHTS...
The defect of water pump used by this model causes coolant leakage and a serious overheating problem that triggers the temperature warning light. It is a safety risk without repairing this.
The contact owns a 2015 Audi A6. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the oil warning light illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road and called for roadside assistance. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the oil level was extremely low due to an oil leak. The contact was informed that the timing chain kit and camshaft cover nee...
The car will randomly die without notice and then will not start. There's an EC fault but no other identifiers and the car won't start for quite some time. After sitting for a couple hours or more it will finally start. It happens at a minimum of 1-2 times per month.
THE BRAKES ARE GRABBY AND WITH A GENTLE DEPRESSION OF THE BRAKE PEDAL THE CAR COMES TO A SUDDEN JERKY STOP. USUALLY HAPPENS FROM SLOWING DOWN FROM 10MPH TO 0MPH THE TRANSMISSION JERKS HARD WHEN SPEED DROPS FROM 15MPH THE ENGINE ERRONEOUSLY SHOWS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DURING NORMAL DRIVING. CYLINDERS SHOW OIL LEAKAGE REPEATEDLY. THIS HAS BECOME A REPEAT ISSUE AND HAVE ASKED THE DEALER / SERVICE CENT...
THE ENGINE MOUNTS ARE LEAKING AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. ONLY 65K MILES AND CAR IS 5 YEARS OLD - GARAGE KEPT.
WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT THERE WAS A FLASH FLOOD ON A KNOWN FLOOD ROAD. AFTER PROCEEDING THROUGH WHAT WAS MAYBE 6"-12" OF WATER, VEHICLE'S AMBER STEERING DEFECTIVE WARNING LIGHT APPEARED WITH THE NOTIFICATION STATING THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SAFE TO DRIVE. THE NEXT DAY WHILE DRIVING, THE AMBER STEERING DEFECTIVE LIGHT TURNED RED WITH A NOTIFICATION STATING NOT TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. UPON THIS HAPPENING, ...
OWNER WAS NOTIFIED OF SAFETY RECALL 19N4 - DISCONNECT ELECTRIC COOLANT PUMP AND HAD THE RECALL SERVICE PERFORMED ON 29 DEC 2018. OWNER WAS INFORMED THAT AN ADDITIONAL SAFETY RECALL (19O2) WILL REPLACE THE COOLANT PUMP WITH A NEW ONE. ON 04 MARCH 2019, WE CALLED AUDI USA AND WERE TOLD THAT THE REPLACEMENT WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE COOLANT PUMP ALSO AIDS IN PROVIDING ADDITIONAL CABIN HEAT WHI...
IM AN ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY SERVICE MEMBER STATIONED OVERSEAS IN SOUTH KOREA. I CURRENTLY OWN A 2015 AUDI A6. I WAS RECENTLY NOTIFIED THAT MY VEHICLE HAD 2 RECALLS PLACED, SPECIFICALLY ON THE ELECTRIC COOLANT PUMP AND ON THE PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (PODS). I VISITED MY LOCAL AUDI DEALERSHIP IN KOREA AND THE AUDI STAFF SAID THAT THEY CANNOT FIX OR REPAIR THE ISSUE SINCE IT IS A U.S. SPEC...
I'M EXTREMELY FRUSTRATED AND DISAPPOINTED IN OUR CHECK AND BALANCES WITH AUDI AND THESE SAFETY RECALLS. I OWN A 2015 AUDI A6, BACK IN JUNE I FOUND THAT THERE ARE TWO SAFETY RECALLS WITH THE FRONT AIRBAGS THAT HAVE KILLED 20 AND INJURED OVER 100 PEOPLE. I'VE DONE A LOT OF RESEARCH. THE AIRBAGS ARE MORE LIKELY TO EXPLODE IN HOT STATES AND I'M LOCATED IN SOCAL, PARTICULARLY THE VALLEY, WHICH IS THE H...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 AUDI A6. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE MADE AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED THE SAME SYMPTOMS AS LISTED IN TSB: 401548. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KANSAS CITY AUDI (10330 MADISON AVE, KANSAS CITY, MO 64114) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE WHEEL BEARING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NO...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED A LOCAL DEALER (AUDI NORTH ORLANDO, 139 N. OREGON ST., SANFORD, FL 32771) AND WAS REFERRED...
ON THE HIGHWAY, MY A6 TURNED PERPENDICULAR AND WAS HIT BY A SEMI TRUCK. SPEAKING WITH THE AUDI REPRESENTATIVES THEY DID NOT UNDERSTAND HOW THIS COULD HAPPEN. IS THERE A DEFECT THAT WOULD ALLOW THE CAR WITH A QUATTRO SYSTEM TO MAKE SUCH A DRAMATIC TURN TRAVELLING AT 60 MILES AN HOUR?
TAKATA RECALL DEALERSHIP INDICATES THAT THIS REPLACEMENT PRODUCT IS NOT AVAILABLE ANYWHERE TO HAVE IT FIXED.
RECEIVED A LETTER FROM AUDI OF AMERICA DATED MARCH 2017 CALLED DEALER IN BLOOMFIELD IN MICHIGAN LAVERY AUDI REPORTED THIS LETTER BUT UP NOW SEPTEMBER 19, 2017 HAVE NOT HARD FROM THEM. HOW LONG SHOULD I WAIT UNTIL THIS PROBLEM RESOLVED.
EXHIBITS AN ALARMING TENDENCY TO WEAVE FROM SIDE TO SIDE WITHOUT A STEERING INPUT. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT A CHANGE IN STEERING WHEEL POSITION, VEHICLE SPEED, OR CHANGE IN ROAD SURFACE OR PREVAILING WIND DIRECTION. IT IS MORE PRONOUNCED AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND WHEN WHEEL IS CENTERED AT 12 O'CLOCK BUT DOES OCCUR AT ALL SPEEDS AND STEERING VECTORS. AUDI DEALERSHIP NOTES THE PROBLEM AND BLAMES THE NEW ELEC...
Showing 20 of 21 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2015 Audi A6
Has the 2015 AUDI A6 been recalled?
Yes, the 2015 AUDI A6 has 4 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2015 AUDI A6 have?
The 2015 AUDI A6 has 21 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 1 involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2015 AUDI A6?
The 2015 AUDI A6 received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 5/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 AUDI A6?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2015 AUDI A6 involve engine and engine cooling (4 complaints), engine (2 complaints), unknown or other (2 complaints). Other affected components include steering, air bags, wheels.
How many crash reports does the 2015 AUDI A6 have?
There are 1 crash reports associated with the 2015 AUDI A6 out of 21 total complaints (4.8% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2015 AUDI A6 have?
There are no fire reports for the 2015 AUDI A6 in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2015 AUDI A6?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 AUDI A6.
How many injuries are reported for the 2015 AUDI A6?
No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 AUDI A6.
Should I buy a 2015 AUDI A6?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 AUDI A6 is acceptable with caveats. It has 21 complaints, 4 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2015 AUDI A6?
The components with the most failures on the 2015 AUDI A6 are: 1. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (4 complaints), 2. ENGINE (2 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints), 4. STEERING (2 complaints), 5. AIR BAGS (2 complaints). ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING is the single most-reported problem area with 4 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2015 AUDI A6?
Be cautious of coolant leakage and engine overheating issues, and ensure regular maintenance to address these problems promptly. The 2015 AUDI A6 has 21 NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2015 AUDI A6?
The 2015 AUDI A6 receives a reliability score of 5/100, indicating below-average reliability. This is based on 21 owner complaints, 4 recalls, and 1 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Engine and engine cooling and Air bags.
What are the known issues with the 2015 AUDI A6?
Known issues with the 2015 AUDI A6 include: Engine and engine cooling, Air bags, Steering, Electrical system. These are based on patterns found across 21 NHTSA complaints. 4 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common safety issues with the 2015 Audi A6?
The most common issues include coolant leakage, engine overheating, air bag sensor problems, and steering issues.
Are there any recalls for the 2015 Audi A6?
Yes, there are recalls for cooling system problems and air bag sensor issues.
What should I do if I notice coolant leakage or engine overheating?
Address these issues immediately by having them checked and repaired to prevent potential safety hazards.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of coolant leakage and engine overheating issues, and ensure regular maintenance to address these problems promptly.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2015 Audi A6
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2015 Audi A6. The data includes 21 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 4 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 1 reported crashes, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2015 Audi A6 an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 5 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-13