2005 Audi A6 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 9%of 91 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 126,948miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the steering of the 2005 Audi A6, 9% of the 91 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 126,948 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.
“Transponder in steering column failed disabling the ignition and locks steering wheel. My car was stationary each time this happened. My fear is that this could possibly happen on the highway .”
NHTSA complaint #10935581, filed 2016-12, 130,000 miles“Vehicle wouldn't start after parking at a store parking lot. Steering column was locked no power to anything only mmi had power transmission was locked on parking position and electronic brake sistem was activated looking up online I found that there's to many customers with same problem they all stated that the problem was the start control module.”
NHTSA complaint #11150870, filed 2018-11, 145,800 miles“Key not working. Can't start car at all or put in neutral. Key is not recognized by car. Some problem with the controller in a steering column. Dealer wants $2000+ to replace and fix. Many people online have reported the same problem. Audi should pay and not the consumer.”
NHTSA complaint #10950127, filed 2017-02, 130,000 miles“When this steering problem is occurring no communication between the steering and driver and accident happened and its very dangerous!!! DTC 00456 (Access/start control module -J518- no communication) is found in several control modules or the access/start authorization control module, J518 (address word 05), identifies itself with implausible data can be found through guided fault finding (GFF). If DTC 00288 (Steering column lock actuator-N360, faulty) is logged in the access/start authorization control module, J518”
NHTSA complaint #11448802, filed 2022-01Related service bulletins
- 10163120Jul 12, 2019This technical service bulletin informs the reader that damage to the appearance of the leather steering wheel caused by outside influence is not covered under warranty.
- 10074502Sep 15, 2015Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10120042May 11, 2015Customer reports that the ignition sporadically cannot be switched on. DTC 00456 (Access/start control module -J518- no communication) is found in several control modules or the…
- 10250949Oct 21, 2014Steering wheel leather damage, all vehicles
- 10124754Oct 21, 2014Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 48 number 13-54 dated September 13, 2013. Steering wheel appearance damaged due to external impact (e.g., contact with finger nails…
- 10250952Sep 23, 2014Electric steering column adjustment is inoperative
- 10250968Jun 2, 2014Electric steering column adjustment is inoperative
- 10122420Jun 2, 2014Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 48 number 13-51 dated August 30, 2013. Electrically-adjustable steering column adjustment is restricted and does not adjust…
- 10056441Jun 2, 2014Audi: electrically adjustable steering column adjustment fails to adjust vertical and is restricted and under tension due to module cross carrier and unfavorable tolerances to…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 14% |
| 2021 | 1 | 6% |
| 2020 | 2 | 8% |
| 2019 | 12 | 11% |
| 2017 | 5 | 25% |
| 2016 | 2 | 4% |
| 2015 | 2 | 9% |
| 2014 | 8 | 20% |
| 2013 | 7 | 13% |
| 2012 | 6 | 10% |
| 2011 | 1 | 5% |
| 2007 | 3 | 6% |
| 2006 | 4 | 6% |
| 2005 | 8 | 9% |
| 2004 | 1 | 3% |
| 2003 | 2 | 3% |
| 2002 | 1 | 1% |
| 2001 | 1 | 1% |
| 2000 | 11 | 7% |
| 1999 | 19 | 9% |
| 1998 | 13 | 10% |
| 1996 | 1 | 2% |
| 1995 | 2 | 13% |
Other parts of the 2005 Audi A6
43 complaintsElectrical system
16 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsElectronic stability control
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 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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