2023 Audi A6 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
No verdict The 2023 Audi A6 has a complaint index of 5, among the lowest of all 21 model years, with just 2 complaints filed and 1 recall. It ranks 20th worst (meaning very low risk) out of the model years tracked.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 5/100
- #20 of 21 A6 years
- Verdict
- No verdict
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 2
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 1
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 24
- 21 city / 30 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2023 Audi A6 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System1 (50%)
- Other1 (50%)
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 gateway computer failing after water intrusion, causing a sudden loss of power while driving.
- The affected gateway is located under the rear seat, where moisture can collect.
- One owner noted a prior recall fix using a plastic bag around the gateway did not fully protect it from water damage.
2023 Audi A6 recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V900000Dec 19, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras356,894 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
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."
Risk: 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.
2023 Audi A6 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 21 MPG
- Highway
- 30 MPG
- Combined
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,300
- 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.
2023 compared with other A6 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Audi A6 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2023 A6 has a complaint index of 5, one of the lowest scores among the 21 model years tracked, with only 2 complaints filed.
- What problems does the 2023 Audi A6 have?
- NHTSA lists 2 complaints for the 2023 A6, with the Electrical System as the top problem area, including a report of gateway computer failure from water damage.
- Does the 2023 Audi A6 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2023 A6, covering a software error that can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying correctly; it is not a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2023 Audi A6 compare to other A6 years?
- The 2023 A6 ranks 20th worst out of the model years tracked, with a complaint index of 5, far below higher-complaint years like 2019 (index 100) and 2008 (index 95).