Is the 2011 Audi S6 reliable based on complaints?

NHTSA records show 0 complaints and a complaint index of 6 for the 2011 Audi S6, ranking 16th out of 17 model years, meaning it has one of the fewest reported issues among S6 years.

Does the 2011 Audi S6 have any recalls?

Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2011 Audi S6, both involving airbags, including a passenger frontal air bag inflator replacement and a passenger frontal air bag replacement.

How does the 2011 Audi S6 compare to other S6 years?

The 2011 model's complaint index of 6 is far lower than later years like 2013 (100), 2014 (94), and 2016 (88), which carry an Avoid verdict.

What is the fuel economy of the 2011 Audi S6?

EPA rates the 2011 Audi S6 at 16 mpg combined (14 city / 21 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $5,000.

2011 Audi S6 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2011 Audi S6 has a complaint index of 6, zero owner complaints on file, and 2 recall campaigns, ranking 16th out of 17 model years by complaint volume. It is one of the lowest-complaint S6 years, well below years like 2013 (complaint index 100).

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 6/100; #16 of 17 S6 years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 0; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 2; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: —
Best nearby year: 2017; lowest-risk (no Good/Best year)

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 16; 14 city / 21 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2011 Audi S6 recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

NHTSA 18V427000Jun 22, 2018Airbags237,947 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2005-2008 Audi A4 Sedan, A4 Avant, S4 Avant and S4 Sedan, 2007-2008 RS4 Sedan, 2004 RS4 Cabriolet, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2005-2011 A6 Sedan, 2006-2011 A6 Avant, and 2007-2011 S6 Sedan vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag with an alternate remedy part, free of charge. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69R7. Note: This recall supersedes recalls 16V382, 17V032 and 18V004 and includes vehicles that may have had their air bag previously replaced under one of those campaigns.
NHTSA 18V004000Jan 4, 2018Airbags10,166 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Audi A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles, ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone B" above, Volkswagen is recalling certain 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet vehicles, and 2009-2011 Audi A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Audi mailed an interim owner notification March 02, 2018. When parts to perform the recall repair become available, Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in June 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69U1. Note: This recall has been superseded by 18V427.

2011 Audi S6 fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 14 MPG
Highway: 21 MPG
Combined: 16 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $5,000; 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.

2011 compared with other S6 years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2009	No verdict	0	0	3	16
2010	No verdict	38	1	2	16
2011	No verdict	6	0	2	16
2013	Avoid	100	42	3	20
2014	Avoid	94	20	3	20

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2011 Audi S6 reliable based on complaints?: NHTSA records show 0 complaints and a complaint index of 6 for the 2011 Audi S6, ranking 16th out of 17 model years, meaning it has one of the fewest reported issues among S6 years.
Does the 2011 Audi S6 have any recalls?: Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2011 Audi S6, both involving airbags, including a passenger frontal air bag inflator replacement and a passenger frontal air bag replacement.
How does the 2011 Audi S6 compare to other S6 years?: The 2011 model's complaint index of 6 is far lower than later years like 2013 (100), 2014 (94), and 2016 (88), which carry an Avoid verdict.
What is the fuel economy of the 2011 Audi S6?: EPA rates the 2011 Audi S6 at 16 mpg combined (14 city / 21 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $5,000.