2025 Audi A6
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Body, Seats & Latches
Body, Seats & Latches leads by volume: 3 of 5 complaints (60%) mention it.
Complaints filed rose from 1 in 2024 to 5 in 2025.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2025 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,850–3,250 | 3,000–3,100 | 3,000–3,100 | 3,250–3,350 | |
| Combined MPG | 24–27 | 25–26 | 25–26 | 23–24 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 21–24 / 30–31 | 22–23 / 30–33 | 22–24 / 30–31 | 20–21 / 29–30 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 334–361 | 337–359 | 339–356 | 365–387 | |
| Complaints filed | 2 | 1 | 5 | 6 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Audi A6 have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2025 Audi A6?
Body, Seats & Latches: 3 of 5 NHTSA complaints (60%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Audi A6 get?
EPA rates it 25–26 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Audi A6?
EPA estimates $3,000–$3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 24 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | $3,000 (low) | 339 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 22 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $3,100 (high) | 356 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Station Wagons | 22 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $3,100 (high) | 356 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR · Campaign 25V899000 · Dec 22, 2025
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 Sportback E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Consequence: An improperly secured child seat can increase risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the right and left rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69D8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · Campaign 25V900000 · Dec 22, 2025
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.