2000 Audi A6 Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 5%of 148 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 52,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2000 Audi A6, 5% of the 148 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 52,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Luckily I haven't had an accident but my vehicle does have a dangerous problem. If you brake hard and then step on the throttle the car will jerk and not want to start going again. It is very dangerous if you are trying to merge into traffic or get out of the way. I was informed it was a programmed safety feature intended to stop accidental acceleration. It seems to be exactly the opposite to me.”
NHTSA complaint #10166063, filed 2006-08, 98,000 miles“Near total loss of power (intermittent) 17 error codes in obd. New triptonic transmission 1 month after expiration of warentee. Extended warentee never offered by Audi. Error codes include throttle housing and cam error. I have spent nearly $7,000 in 10 monthes on mechanical repairs and mechanic says that I need approximatly $6,300 more. Audi said that I can have the dealer run a dignostic at my own expense. Addition to the $6,300 need. Check engine light has constantly come on since purchase. Dealer siad that he advises customer many times to disconnect light. …”
NHTSA complaint #10126377, filed 2005-06, 52,000 miles“I own an Audi A6, 2000. The car has been in the shop for over 18 months and 2 1/2 years for a re-accruing check engine light. For over 50,000 miles the car has been serviced by Audi and Audi only. Recently the car went out of warranty, however the check engine light is still not resolved and both flow and Audi have washed there hands of it. …”
NHTSA complaint #10154339, filed 2006-04, 50,000 miles“Consumer requesting assistance for a matter dealing with interamericana transport industries inc. After a new transmission was installed the consumer was still dissatisfied with the performance of the vehicle. Offensive odors have been emitting form the vehicle. These odors have made several members of the consumer's family ill. The door did not close properly.”
NHTSA complaint #10083453, filed 2004-07“2000 Audi ax6 axle broke, transmission is poor, left front rim cracked, rack and pinion worn, flood lights do not work, airbag, engine, electrical windows and sunroof failures. The inside lights did not work.”
NHTSA complaint #10161586, filed 2006-06Related service bulletins
- 10123713Oct 5, 2015Vehicle will not communicate with diagnostic scan tool or emissions test equipment. Customers may have issues with vehicle passing state IM emissions test programs because the…
- 10226530Jun 3, 2014ATF pan leaks
- 10210680Jun 3, 2014As the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak. Automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket.
- 10122418Jun 3, 2014Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 37 number 11-19 dated January 31, 2011. Automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket. As the sump pan gasket…
- 10212703May 29, 2014Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals
- 10226529May 28, 2014Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals
- 10210679May 28, 2014This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously. Drivers who drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are…
- 10122465May 28, 2014Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 37 number 13-07 dated May 29, 2013. Customer states that the engine returns to idle speed of approximately 1,400 RPM although the…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 14% |
| 2021 | 2 | 11% |
| 2019 | 15 | 13% |
| 2018 | 1 | 9% |
| 2016 | 5 | 10% |
| 2015 | 1 | 5% |
| 2014 | 1 | 2% |
| 2013 | 2 | 4% |
| 2012 | 8 | 13% |
| 2011 | 1 | 5% |
| 2009 | 1 | 5% |
| 2008 | 3 | 4% |
| 2007 | 3 | 6% |
| 2006 | 3 | 4% |
| 2005 | 3 | 3% |
| 2004 | 1 | 3% |
| 2003 | 10 | 15% |
| 2002 | 10 | 11% |
| 2001 | 14 | 12% |
| 2000 | 8 | 5% |
| 1999 | 12 | 6% |
| 1998 | 2 | 2% |
| 1997 | 1 | 5% |
| 1996 | 2 | 4% |
| 1995 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2000 Audi A6
36 complaintsBrakes
29 complaintsFuel system
23 complaintsEngine cooling
21 complaintsTires
14 complaintsSuspension
12 complaintsSteering
11 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Audi A6
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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