2012 Audi A6 Technical Service Bulletins

1,506 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Audi A6. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10197662Jun 2, 2021Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
• 10197971Jun 1, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. This Document informs dealers on the new electromechanical steering unit warranty extension for 2012-2015 Model Year Audi B8 (A4, Q5 & SQ5) and C7 (A6) Vehicles
• 10194629May 28, 2021Engine cooling, Electrical system. This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak.
• 10194418May 18, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.
• 10228375May 17, 2021Electrical system. 01 MIL on, no leak in EVAP system (DTC P045600 in ECM. Software update needed.
• 10225054May 17, 2021Engine cooling. 01 MIL on, no leak in EVAP system (DTC P045600 in ECM. Software update needed.
• 10222027May 17, 2021Engine cooling, Fuel system. 01 MIL on, no leak in EVAP system (DTC P045600 in ECM. Software update needed.
• 10193583May 13, 2021Equipment, Brakes. This bulletin contains instructions for determining unexpected Audi presense interventions.
• 10193573May 13, 2021Engine cooling, Equipment. This technical service bulletin reminds the reader to check for metal debris when replacing an engine.
• 10193548May 13, 2021Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage).
• 10193228May 6, 2021Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions on how to clean exterior glass.
• 10193041May 6, 2021Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
• 10193031May 6, 2021Engine. This bulletin contains repair instrructions for when there are noises in the engine compartment with DTC P052E00.
• 10193251May 4, 2021Body and structure. This bulletin contains instructions for properly cleaning and removing a musty odor in the vehicle.
• 10191558Apr 30, 2021Electrical system. Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both systems are displaying the same campaign information, including OPEN/CLOSED status, repair date as well as criterions at the same time without any discrepancy.
• 10191141Apr 29, 2021Equipment. This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.
• 10190999Apr 22, 2021Equipment. This Document informs dealers on the new turbo warranty extension for 2013-2016 A4, 2013-2017 A5/Q5, and 2012-2015 A6 vehicles
• 10191544Apr 21, 2021Electrical system. This bulletin contains information on noises from the instrument cluster installation area.
• 10191136Apr 21, 2021Suspension. This bulletin contains instructions for determining if bushings need to be replaced.
• 10190280Apr 1, 2021Latches, locks and linkages, Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
• 10190274Apr 1, 2021Engine. This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak.
• 10189653Mar 29, 2021Equipment. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there is radio static when the rear heater is active.
• 10189324Mar 19, 2021Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for addressing an insufficient or uneven heating performance from the HVAC system.
• 10189325Mar 18, 2021Exterior lighting. This informational bulletin contains information on the different shading of LED headlights.
• 10189141Mar 9, 2021Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for determining if a repair is needed when coolant touches a poly V-belt and/or a toothed belt.
• 10188592Mar 8, 2021Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak.
• 10187575Feb 25, 2021Equipment, Brakes. This informational contains an explanation for when the customer hears creaking noises when braking at almost standstill (crawling when pulling away or briefly before standstill).
• 10187349Feb 10, 2021Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to download and use the Audi Frequency App.
• 10186994Feb 10, 2021Brakes. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
• 10186993Feb 10, 2021Brakes. This informational bulletin provides diagnostic information for brake conditions.
• 10186992Feb 10, 2021Steering. This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
• 10186983Feb 9, 2021Equipment. This informational bulletin covers the condition of when license plate mounting bracket threaded inserts are stripped.
• 10186982Feb 9, 2021Wheels. This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
• 10187000Feb 4, 2021Equipment. This informational contains instruction on how to document optical concerns for warranty claims.
• 10186945Feb 2, 2021Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks.
• 10186569Jan 25, 2021Brakes. This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.
• 10185259Dec 18, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides an explanation for the customer regarding known software issues with the MIB & MMI3G+ bluetooth security profile.
• 10185232Dec 18, 2020Equipment, Engine. This bulletin contains instructions for addressing discoloration due to moisture on a new vehicle.
• 10185155Dec 18, 2020Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
• 10185224Dec 14, 2020Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak.
• 10182051Oct 28, 2020Engine cooling. This bulletin provides instructions on how to clean the secondary air ports if they have too much carbon and cause a restriction.
• 10182046Oct 26, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin contains a guide for troubleshooting HD radio issues.
• 10181059Oct 5, 2020Equipment, Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks.
• 10180155Sep 24, 2020Equipment, Wheels, Tires. Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information
• 10180075Sep 15, 2020Equipment. This bulletin provides instructions on how to clean the secondary air ports if they have too much carbon and cause a restriction.
• 10179112Aug 27, 2020Engine cooling, Equipment. This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.
• 10179109Aug 26, 2020Engine. This bulletin contains repair instrructions for when there are noises in the engine compartment with DTC P052E00.
• 10178548Aug 10, 2020Equipment. Recall Reminder Part Labels
• 10177763Jul 21, 2020Engine. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when DTC P052E00 is stored with noise coming from the engine compartment.
• 10177761Jul 21, 2020Engine cooling, Equipment. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there are noises in the engine compartment with DTC P052E00.

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