2018 Audi A6 Reliability ReportKeepScore 82/100 · top failure points · buy or avoid
Quick Facts · 2018 Audi A6
- Scores 6 points below the strongest nearby year — the 2020 Audi A6 earns a 88.
- The system most likely to surface first: electrical/mmi system (moderate severity).
- Has 2 NHTSA recalls on record — the most notable involves the fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail.
2018 Audi A6: Buy or Avoid?
The 2018 Audi A6 offers a compelling blend of luxury, performance, and advanced technology, making it a strong contender in the used luxury sedan market. While generally robust, its complex electronic systems and sophisticated powertrain components introduce a moderate risk profile that demands diligent maintenance and a thorough pre-purchase inspection to avoid potentially expensive repairs down the line.
Biggest Strengths
- Excellent build quality and interior materials
- Robust ZF 8-speed automatic transmission
- Sophisticated AWD system (Quattro)
2018 Audi A6 — Known Trouble Spots
The systems that break first on the 2018 Audi A6. Mileage windows, repair costs, and fix-before-you-buy notes are in the full report.
Safety Recalls on the 2018 Audi A6
2 recalls on record from NHTSA. Check your VIN atnhtsa.gov to see if the repair was performed.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
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.
What breaks on the 2018 Audi A6?
Full reliability breakdown — engine, transmission, rust, electrical. With repair costs and mileage danger zones.
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Audi A6 — Year-by-Year Comparison
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