2014 Audi A6 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2014 Audi A6 has a Complaint Index of 55, ranked 10th out of 21 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 41 complaints, 4 recalls, and 1 crash, with Fuel System and Steering issues topping the list.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 55/100
- #10 of 21 A6 years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 41
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 4
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 1
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Fuel System
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 25.5
- 22 city / 31 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2014 Audi A6 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Fuel System8 (20%)
- Steering8 (20%)
- Airbags7 (17%)
- Engine6 (15%)
- Other5 (12%)
- Brakes4 (10%)
- Structure & Body3 (7%)
- Electrical System2 (5%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (2%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (2%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report the steering wheel jerking and squeaking slightly at any speed, even after multiple dealer visits.
- Some describe a fuel smell inside the cabin and garage, especially noticeable during slow stop-and-go driving.
- A driver reported a front tire developing a bubble at low mileage, followed by a second tire with the same issue.
- Owners report brake pedals that feel like they sink to the floor and need pumping to stop, starting after a brake fluid service.
- Some noted airbag warning messages, including a passenger sensor that failed to detect an occupied seat.
- One owner described a sunroof shattering while driving down a highway ramp with nothing overhead.
2014 Audi A6 recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 18V370000Jun 4, 2018Airbags139,249 vehicles
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.
Risk: If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
- NHTSA 18V229000Apr 11, 2018Engine342,867 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.
Risk: A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.
- NHTSA 17V781000Dec 6, 2017Fuel System48,693 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Audi A6 and A7 vehicles. The fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-888-237-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AR.
2014 Audi A6 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 22 MPG
- Highway
- 31 MPG
- Combined
- 25.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,350
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2014 compared with other A6 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Audi A6 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2014 A6 carries a Complaint Index of 55, ranking 10th of 21 model years for this model, which puts it in the Caution range relative to other A6 years.
- What are the most common problems on the 2014 Audi A6?
- NHTSA complaint data shows Fuel System issues lead at 20% of complaints, followed by Steering at 20%, Airbags at 17%, and Engine at 15%.
- Does the 2014 Audi A6 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2014 A6, covering airbags, a coolant pump software update, a fuel line compression point, and an engine coolant pump replacement.
- How does the 2014 Audi A6 compare to other years?
- The 2014 model's Complaint Index of 55 is lower than heavily flagged years like 2019 (100) and 2008 (95), but higher than top-ranked years like 2018 (15) and 2017 (20).