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2007-2025 Audi S6 Problems: 4 Issues Every Owner Should Know

2007-2025 model years · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated July 2026

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2007-2025 Audi S6 has 4 documented known issues, with 2 rated critical. The most serious are 2020-2025 Audi S6 Rearview Camera Software Recall 25V900 / 90TV and 2007-2011 Audi S6 Takata Passenger-Airbag Recall 18V427 / 69R7. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

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What are the most common Audi S6 problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2007-2025 Audi S6 has 4 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 2020-2025 Audi S6 Rearview Camera Software Recall 25V900 / 90TV, 2007-2011 Audi S6 Takata Passenger-Airbag Recall 18V427 / 69R7, 2013 Audi S6 Air-Suspension Compressor or Relay Fault - Diagnosis Required. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Audi S6 reliable?

The 2007-2025 Audi S6 has 4 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 2 issues are rated critical: 2020-2025 Audi S6 Rearview Camera Software Recall 25V900 / 90TV and 2007-2011 Audi S6 Takata Passenger-Airbag Recall 18V427 / 69R7. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

What year Audi S6 is the most reliable?

Reliability varies across model years of the Audi S6. Based on documented issues, problems are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2007-2025 Audi S6 with 4 documented issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports.

What is the 2020-2025 Audi S6 2020-2025 Audi S6 Rearview Camera Software Recall 25V900 / 90TV?

Certain 2020-2025 S6 vehicles produced October 22, 2019 through July 10, 2025 are included in recall 25V900/90TV because a software issue can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. The failure reduces rear visibility and increases crash risk. Eligibility is determined… Severity: high.

What is the 2007-2011 Audi S6 2007-2011 Audi S6 Takata Passenger-Airbag Recall 18V427 / 69R7?

Certain non-sequential-VIN 2007-2011 S6 sedans produced July 14, 2006 through January 13, 2011 are included in the final Takata passenger-frontal-airbag recall. Degraded inflator propellant can create excessive pressure during deployment, rupture the inflator and send metal fragm… Severity: high.

What is the 2013 Audi S6 2013 Audi S6 Air-Suspension Compressor or Relay Fault - Diagnosis Required?

Audi TSB 2018765/8 covers 2013 C7 S6 vehicles with air suspension when ride-height adjustment is unavailable, the compressor continues running after shutdown and locking, or the system lowers the car and displays a warning. The bulletin identifies a compressor or J403 relay diagn… Severity: medium.

What is the 2013 Audi S6 2013 Audi S6 Turbocharger Coolant-Pipe Seepage - Diagnosis Required?

Audi TSB 2036167/2 documents slow coolant loss at the turbocharger coolant feed and return connections on 2013 S6 4.0T vehicles in VIN range 000001-127113. Supported signs are a low-coolant warning, a low reservoir level and black encrusted coolant residue at the connections. It… Severity: medium.

2007-2025 Audi S6 Problems: 4 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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What are the most common Audi S6 problems?

Is the Audi S6 reliable?

What year Audi S6 is the most reliable?

What is the 2020-2025 Audi S6 2020-2025 Audi S6 Rearview Camera Software Recall 25V900 / 90TV?

What is the 2007-2011 Audi S6 2007-2011 Audi S6 Takata Passenger-Airbag Recall 18V427 / 69R7?

What is the 2013 Audi S6 2013 Audi S6 Air-Suspension Compressor or Relay Fault - Diagnosis Required?

What is the 2013 Audi S6 2013 Audi S6 Turbocharger Coolant-Pipe Seepage - Diagnosis Required?