1995 Audi S6: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 20 owner complaints on record; most reports concern fuel system, gasoline.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Mar 2000
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Dt: the consumer received NHTSA recall 96v017000 concerning the ignition switch. The manufacturer informed him that recall repair was done and they were no longer assisting in the recall although the problem recurred. The dealer had not been contacted yet. *ak (12/05/05) after starting the vehicle the lights, horn, climate control would not work unless the ignition key was manually/slowly turned back until the climate control lights would come on. *sc”Owner report · Electrical System · Oct 2005
“The underside of the front bumper gets caught on curbs and wheel stops in parking lots. It makes little or no noise as I pull in, but when I go to pull out it gets caught and threatens to pull off the whole lower bumper cover. Ive heard of many other audi owners having this problem, and it can cause about $2000 in damage if the bumper cover is damaged. There is a recall for later model years for this exact problem, but my model year is not covered by any recall. I currently have my car in the shop, they are resecuring my bumper and related body parts.# of occurances listed below is approximate. *ak”Owner report · Structure · Sep 2004
“The metal fuel lines under car corrode due to design of retaining clamps. This has caused leaks in the fuel line. The car has had a fuel line recall performed already but, it was at a different section. This rusted section is not covered.”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Dec 2002
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“Vehicle has electrical problems. When starting vehicle headlights won't work. Other times headdlights were on and vehicle won't start. Same problems as in recall for /ignition switch. This vehicle was not affected. Please add further comments.*ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Jul 2001
“Consumer is having same problem as stated in recall 00v068000 concerning fuel lines, and vehicle was not included in recall. *ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Nov 2000
“Pe99065, fuel line cracked, causing fuel to leak onto the engine compartment which may cause a fire. Please provide further information. *ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Mar 2000
“I had previously noted an intermittent fuel smell on several occasions, but cursory underhood inspection revealed no visible leaks. Most recent occurence (2/25/00) had same fuel smell and this time I was able to detect weepage in the flexible line (got a wet hand from rubbing flexible line). Fittings on the fuel filter were tight. Fuel staining on components below the fuel line was also noted. Vehicle driven a short distance to dealer (mohegan lake motors, yorktown, ny, (914) 528-8076), for resolution on 2/28/2000. Presently awaiting their report and repair. *ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Feb 2000
“Car is under factory warranty. Contacted audi of america and local dealership. Was unable to schedule appointment until 12-13-99. I feel that this defect in the fuel line is very dangerous and am now faced with renting a car for the next 4 weeks unless I choose to drive the car knowing that theleak is dripping gas onto a hot turbo charger.”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Nov 1999
“Prestige imports was wonderful! They got audi of america to pay for transportation and repair of my car. Elk mountain motors ( my local audi dealer) lied to me and said it wasn't leaking. Fuel was spraying on the firewall, exhaust manifold, and turbo - a clear fire danger.”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · May 1999
“The dealer has not received authorization to comply with campaign # 00v068000. The parts have been on back order for at least 3 weeks. Campaign # ky is not in the dealers computer system. I have been trying to have this fuel line repaired since 3/2000. This line is fuel line is under high pressure and could could spray on a hot turbo causing an engine compartment fire. I have not recieved any cooperation from vw of america in getting this line replaced. Voa customer service reps deny knowlege of this recall. *ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline
Recalls - 2 campaigns
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. A FUEL FEED LINE CONNECTING THE FUEL FILTER TO THE ENGINE CAN PREMATURELY AGE AND SHRINK THROUGH EXPOSURE TO HIGH UNDER HOOD TEMPERATURE CAUSED BY THE TURBOCHARGER.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENTIRE FUEL FEED LINE FROM THE FUEL FILTER TO THE ENGINE WITH A FUEL LINE OF SHRINKAGE-PROOF MATERIAL.
DEFECTIVE IGNITION SWITCHES WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND CAN CAUSE SOME ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES TO MALFUNCTION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.
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Is the 1995 Audi S6 reliable?
NHTSA has 20 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 1995 Audi S6. The most complained-about area is fuel system, gasoline.
Does the 1995 Audi S6 have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.