2014 Audi A6 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2014 Audi A6 sits mid-pack among A6 years: 47 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 44, with 4 recalls and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across fuel system (8), steering (8), and airbags (8), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2014 compare to other A6 years?

A6 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Audi A6 problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Fuel System	8	17%	— flat
Steering	8	17%	— flat
Airbags	8	17%	▼ down
Other	5	11%	▼ down
Engine	5	11%	▼ down
Brakes	4	9%	▲ up
Electrical System	2	4%	▼ down
Body & Structure	2	4%	▲ up
Driver Assistance	1	2%	— flat
Visibility & Wipers	1	2%	▼ down
Tires & Wheels	1	2%	▼ down
Transmission	1	2%	▼ down
Seats	1	2%	▼ down

Does the 2014 Audi A6 have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V370000AirbagsJune 4, 2018 · 139,249 units

Defect

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.

18V229000EngineApril 11, 2018 · 342,867 units

Defect

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.

17V781000Fuel SystemDecember 6, 2017 · 48,693 units

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Audi A6 and A7 vehicles. The fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel leak.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-888-237-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AR.

17V002000EngineJanuary 3, 2017 · 342,867 units

Defect

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“2014 AUDI A6 STEERING CONTROL FAILED WHILE IN MOTION IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA. THERE WAS NO POWER STEERING AVAILABLE TO ASSIST IN PARKING THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE THAN INFORME THE DRIVER TO STOP DRIVING AND HAVE THE VEHICLE TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS RECENTLY SERVICED IN MAY. THE VIHICLE IS…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · July 29, 2019

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ERROR MESSAGE INDICATING THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG WAS NOT FUNCTIONING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SEAT AIR BAG SENSOR FAILED TO RECOGNIZE THAT THE PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · May 5, 2014

“I HAVE A FUEL LEAKAGE ON THE LOWER RIGHT SIDE OF MY VEHICLE AND AS SOON AS I PARK THE VEHICLE I CAN FEEL THE FUEL SMELL ALL AROUND MY VEHICLE. I HAVE GIVEN MY VEHICLE TO AUTHORIZED AUDI DEALER (BELL AUDI,EDISON) AND THEY NEVER SAID ANYTHING ABOUT THE RECALL GOING ON AUDI VEHICLES ”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · January 10, 2020

“AT 5PM ON JULY 20, 2016 I DROVE MY A6 TO THE HOME OF MY GRANDDAUGHTERS FRIEND, THEY ARE BOTH 15 YRS. OLD AND WERE IN THE CAR AT THE TIME, TO DROP HER OFF . I PULLED INTO THE DRIVEWAY AND WHEN I PUT THE CAR INTO PARK IT LUNGED, AT A FAST RATE, FORWARD SMASHING INTO A RAILROAD TIE RETAINING WALL AND…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · July 20, 2016 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDI. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE DEALER (AUDI ROCHESTER, 3955 W HENRIETTA RD, ROCHESTER, NY 14623, [PHONE]) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 17, 2018

2014 Audi A6 — common questions

Is the 2014 Audi A6 reliable?

It is close to typical for the A6: 47 NHTSA complaints, 4 recalls, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2014 A6 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (8 complaints), steering (8 complaints), airbags (8 complaints).

Does the 2014 Audi A6 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2014 Audi A6. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Audi A6 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the A6 years to avoid are 1999, 2000, 2019, 1998, 2001, 2005, 2002, 2012, 2003, 2006, 2013, 2008, 2016, 1996. The cleanest record among A6 years belongs to 2024.

How safe is the 2014 Audi A6?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2014 Audi A6 earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2014 compare to other A6 years?

What are the most common 2014 Audi A6 problems?

Does the 2014 Audi A6 have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2014 Audi A6 — common questions

Is the 2014 Audi A6 reliable?

What are the most common 2014 A6 problems?

Does the 2014 Audi A6 have recalls?

Which Audi A6 years should you avoid?

How safe is the 2014 Audi A6?

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