Recalls: Audi C6 RS6
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Audi C6 RS6
Audi C6 RS6: Takata airbag recall
In December 2018, recall campaign 69R7 was issued for Audi C6 RS6 vehicles. These vehicles had Takata front passenger airbags and the propellant wafers in these airbags could absorb moisture over time. In the event of airbag deployment, excessive internal pressure could cause the metal inflator housing to rupture and metallic fragments could be projected through the airbag cushion towards vehicle occupants – these fragments posed a risk of serious injury and fatality. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2018/17210.
Problems and faults: Audi C6 RS6
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Problems and faults: Audi C6 RS6
- The anti-lock braking system (ABS) may activate unnecessarily under normal to light braking pressure due to cracks in tone/exciter rings (rings on the outer CV shaft that measure wheel rotation).
- The air conditioning may not cool sufficiently and/or the outside temperature reading may be incorrect – this may be due to a poor crimp connection or defective outside temperature sensor.
- The coolant level warning light may illuminate in cold temperatures and then go off as the engine warms up – this may be due to a malfunctioning sensor in coolant reservoir.
- It may not be possible to remove the key from the ignition because the transmission selector fails to recognise that the transmission is in park – this requires replacement of the transmission shift selector.
- The remote central locking may sometimes not unlock the doors due to a problem with the door modules – this can be fixed by reprogramming the door modules.
- If the fuel gauge does not provide a full reading after re-fueling, the program for the instrument cluster may need to be updated.
