2008 Audi A6 Air bags Problems
- Complaints
- 49about this part
- Share
- 69%of 71 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 102,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 49 complaints about the air bags of the 2008 Audi A6, 69% of the 71 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 102,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 3 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My 2008 Audi A6 avant has had an air bag warning light appear 3 times in 2 years. Each time it gives error codes for it's center, rear seat belt. I was told that this means that the restraint may not work effectively in the event of a crash or abrupt stop. It has happened at 12,983 miles, at 29,000 miles and now at 39,000 miles. Nobody should use it until it is fixed. 1st time Audi did gff test steps and cleared code, second time they replaced the seat belt itself. Now they believe it to be an electrical system issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10298187, filed 2010-01, 12,938 miles“Audi periodically sends out a provocative safety warning to 'schedule your repair immediately' stating that (my) 'safety and satisfaction are their top priorities'. When I call a dealer, I'm told that I already have the (temporary and only) fix (as takata went bankrupt). Please encourage corp Audi to get their story strait. The only fact I know for certain is that neither I or anyone one I know will ever buy another Audi.”
NHTSA complaint #11176190, filed 2019-02“Takata airbag recall I received notice in march about this recall and it's now almost october and I have note received any information about a repair. I am extremely concerned about this life threatening problem and am unsure what else I can do. There is zero information about when a fix will be available for my car and Audi has not offered any type of alternative transportation until the car can be fixed.”
NHTSA complaint #11030077, filed 2017-09“Takata recall. I visited the Audi dealers several times over the last year and they said they are unable to replace the airbags as they don't have any parts in stock and were unable to give me a timeline for completion”
NHTSA complaint #11045434, filed 2017-11“Takata recall - for over a year, the Audi dealership from which I bought my car in chicago has said on 3 different occasions - the last approximately 4 months ago - they don't have the replacement for it yet. However, I just read on your site that the interim repair is replacement with a new takata insulflator, which seems like it would be available. My car is 9 years old and I also read on your website that the risk of detonation increases with age. My car should be a priority.”
NHTSA complaint #11016466, filed 2017-08Related recalls
- 18V427000Jun 22, 2018Volkswagen 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…Covers: Audi A6 2005–2011, S4 2005–2009, S6 2007–2011 +3 more
- 17V032000Jan 11, 2017Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet, S4 Cabriolet, A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles originally…Covers: Audi A6 2005–2009, A4 2005–2009, S4 2005–2009 +2 more
- 16V382000Jun 1, 2016Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Audi A4, and 2005-2011 Audi A6 vehicles originally sold, or ever…Covers: Audi A6 2005–2011, A4 2004–2008
Related service bulletins
- 10233620Mar 13, 2023In conjunction with the Massachusetts DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,907 Audi owners in the State of Massachusetts on March…
- 10233612Mar 13, 2023In conjunction with the New Mexico DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 389 Audi owners in the State of New Mexico on March 13, 2023.
- 10232111Feb 13, 2023In conjunction with the Colorado DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,174 Audi owners in the State of Colorado on February 13, 2023.
- 10232062Feb 10, 2023Takata recall and 3G turndown
- 10225524Oct 17, 2022In conjunction with the New York DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 5,165 Audi owners in the State of New York on October 17, 2022.
- 10216495Jul 25, 2022In conjunction with the Georgia Department of Revenue - Motor Vehicle Division and Department of Driver Services, Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately…
- 10214793Jun 23, 2022In conjunction with the Georgia Department of Revenue - Motor Vehicle Division and Department of Driver Services, Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately…
- 10211919May 4, 2022In conjunction with the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 12,349 Audi owners in the State of…
- 10210761Apr 25, 2022This Document informs dealers on the new Takata warranty extension for 2005-2017 A3, A4 Avant, A4 Sedan, S4 Sedan, S4, Avant, A4 Cabriolet, S4 Cabriolet, A5 Cabriolet, S5…
- 10209280Mar 23, 2022In conjunction with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Audi is sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 939 Audi owners in the State of Alabama on…
Air bags: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 14% |
| 2025 | 1 | 17% |
| 2019 | 1 | 1% |
| 2018 | 1 | 9% |
| 2017 | 6 | 30% |
| 2016 | 8 | 16% |
| 2015 | 4 | 18% |
| 2014 | 7 | 17% |
| 2013 | 18 | 35% |
| 2012 | 15 | 25% |
| 2011 | 12 | 57% |
| 2010 | 11 | 65% |
| 2009 | 17 | 81% |
| 2008 | 49 | 69% |
| 2007 | 32 | 60% |
| 2006 | 40 | 60% |
| 2005 | 43 | 47% |
| 2004 | 3 | 9% |
| 2003 | 1 | 2% |
| 2002 | 7 | 8% |
| 2001 | 15 | 13% |
| 2000 | 8 | 5% |
| 1999 | 8 | 4% |
| 1998 | 4 | 3% |
| 1996 | 3 | 6% |
| 1995 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2008 Audi A6
7 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsEngine
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Audi A6
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology