CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Audi A6 has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 60 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (16 reports).
2012 Audi A6 recalls
Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash
A sensor mat under the front passenger seat can wear or become stressed over time.
Electric coolant pump can overheat or short, raising fire risk
The electric coolant pump in these vehicles, which use the 2.0L Turbo FSI engine, can become blocked by debris from the cooling system and overheat, or it can short-circuit because of moisture inside the pump.
Fuel line can weaken and leak, creating fire risk
A fuel line has a compression point that can weaken over time, which may cause a fuel leak.
Coolant Pump Can Overheat and Cause a Fire
Some vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Turbo FSI engine may have an electric coolant pump that can become blocked by debris from the cooling system.
Fuel Hose Can Leak and Raise Fire Risk
A fuel hose in the engine compartment may degrade over time and leak gasoline.
Passenger Front Airbag May Fail to Deploy in Crash
Some vehicles with heated and cooled front seats may have a Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) that malfunctions.
Fuel Leak Can Cause Fire Risk in Injection System
The fuel injection system in certain vehicles may develop a fuel leak.
Most common 2012 Audi A6 problems
Problem areas named in the 60 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 16 |
| Engine | 13 |
| Electrical System | 13 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 9 |
| Power Train | 8 |
| Steering | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 |
| Structure | 2 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2012 Audi A6. The contact stated that while there was a passenger seated inside the vehicle, the passengerâs side air bag warning light turned on and off, and the main air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V370000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and stated that the parts were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 154,000.
Dear Highway Safety Authority Officer I am writing to formally request an investigation into a potential safety concern involving structural rust on the engine subframe (engine cradle) of the Audi A6, particularly in models from 2012 There have been growing concerns among owners and independent mechanics regarding excessive and premature rust and corrosion affecting the structural integrity of the engine mounting frame. In some cases, this corrosion could potentially compromise the stability of the engine or the safety of the vehicle during operation. Given the importance of this component to both drivability and crash safety, this issue merits further inspection. I am bringing this to your
Vehicle suffered sudden and total loss of power steering. Had just driven the car 5-10 minutes prior, came out to leave and had a message stating do not drive vehicle, steering defective. At that point the steering wheel felt locked in place and the vehicle was effectively a brick. This issue just happened yesterday and has not been to the dealership yet for diagnosis but I am a former automotive service manager (German specialist) and have connected my car to the VCDS system in order to retrieve the system failure codes. Error code was for the power assist motor. I then did some quick research online and saw dozens of other complaints from owners with the same issue. Thankfully mo
Good morning, For the past couple of weeks, I've been getting the run around on whether the issue I'm having with my vehicle is an active recall. I recently took my vehicle to Eurocode Tuning (Torrance, CA), and the mechanic instructed me to take my vehicle to the dealer because the issue I am currently experiencing (fuel leak in the injection system) is listed as a recall. I contacted the Audi dealership in Long Beach CA via phone at (562)610-4000, the service representative stated that he found no active recall on my vehicle. Once again contacted Eurocode Tuning and they stated to have them run a diagnostic on the vehicle and they will see its the fuel leak in the injection system.
The contact owns a 2012 Audi A6. The contact stated while pulling out of the driveway, he smelled an abnormal fuel odor. The contact stated that the fuel odor became stronger while driving 65 MPH. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he pulled into a parking lot and opened the hood. The contact stated that he noticed that the fuel odor was coming from the engine. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the check engine warning light illuminated. The mechanic determined that the check engine warning light had illuminated due to low pressure on the fuel rail, and the contact was informed that the supercharger needed to be removed for a more thorough i
2012 Audi A6 questions
Does the 2012 Audi A6 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2012 Audi A6: Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash; Electric coolant pump can overheat or short, raising fire risk; Fuel line can weaken and leak, creating fire risk; Coolant Pump Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Fuel Hose Can Leak and Raise Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Audi A6?
Based on 60 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (16), Engine (13), Electrical System (13).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Audi A6 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.