2014 Audi A6 Technical Service Bulletins

1,384 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2014 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.

• 10119939Mar 6, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 15-08 dated February 17, 2015. The customer complains that the vehicle sporadically cannot be started. The yellow gearbox warning light may be illuminated. DTCs P15700 and/or P170100 may be present. The remote key being used is transmitting incomplete immobilizer information to the vehicle, resulting in the condition.
• 10119958Mar 4, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 15-60 dated February 12, 2015. The light bulb warning light is displayed in the instrument cluster with the following message: "Vehicle lights: malfunction". DTCs are stored in the vehicle electrical system control module. Exterior lights are functioning properly.
• 10120672Mar 3, 2015Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. Rattling noises are heard from the timing chain drive for about 1-3 seconds after the first engine start of the day. The noises are caused by one of the upper chain tensioners. The noises do not lead to damage. Improved chain tensioner.
• 10120699Feb 19, 2015Brakes. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 14-94 dated August 11, 2014. The brake pad wear indicator comes on, but brake pad thickness is above the wear limit.
• 10120683Feb 17, 2015Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 15-06 dated January 16, 2015. The customer complains that the vehicle sporadically cannot be started. The yellow gearbox warning light may be illuminated. DTC P157000 and/or DTC P170100 present in the ECM and the transmission control module, respectively.
• 10120682Feb 13, 2015Engine cooling. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-69 dated February 14, 2013. Noises and inconsistent engine operation after cold start during the catalyst heating phase. The customer may misinterpret these symptoms as engine misfiring. This bulletin applies only to non-diesel engines.
• 10120705Feb 12, 2015Exterior lighting, Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 14-32 dated January 23, 2014. The light bulb warning light is displayed in the instrument cluster with the following message: "Vehicle lights: malfunction". DTCs are stored in the vehicle electrical system control module. Exterior lights are functioning properly.
• 10120696Feb 9, 2015Brakes. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 15-00 dated January 23, 2015. The customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. The customer may describe these noises as a squeal, squeak, grinding, groaning, thumping, or creaking.
• 10120693Feb 5, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. There is an oil leak from underneath the vehicle. The leak may appear to be from the transmission oil pan gasket. Although the leak may appear to be from the transmission oil pan gasket, there are multiple possible sources for the leak. The leak must be diagnosed to determine the actual location before any repairs are attempted.
• 10119867Jan 29, 2015Electrical system. A bulb failure warning for one or several taillight functions appears in the instrument cluster, but the taillights are operating normally. The warning only occurs at very low outside temperatures. DTC entries are logged in the comfort system central control module. The transistor in the taillight is a component of the bulb failure monitor. The transistor is out of tolerance, which causes the bulb failure monitor…
• 10120671Jan 23, 2015Brakes. The customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. The customer may describe these noises as a squeal, squeak, grinding, groaning, thumping, or creaking. Brake noise can be attributed to many causes. Aftermarket pads or discs have been installed. There is debris (such as small stones, grit, road salt, or sand) between brake disc and brake pad. Discs are covered with rust. Rust can form when the…
• 10119865Jan 20, 2015Equipment. The vehicle horn sounds abnormal or is inoperative. Various parts have been replaced under warranty for the condition noted above, but no issues were identified with these parts. Contact the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC) before replacing any parts. No changes to production have been made, as no issue has been identified.
• 10119855Jan 16, 2015Equipment. The customer complains that the vehicle sporadically cannot be started. The yellow gearbox warning light may be illuminated. DTCs may be present. The remote key being used is transmitting incomplete immobilizer information to the vehicle, resulting in the condition.
• 10119854Jan 16, 2015Electrical system, Fuel system. The MIL is on due to a Fuel Rail/System Pressure Too Low DTC stored in the ECM. Drivability concerns such as hard starting/no starting are present. Fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Outside temperature is sub-freezing. This issue is related to the diesel fuel and not a technical problem with the vehicle.
• 10119861Jan 15, 2015Brakes. The customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. The customer may describe these noises as a squeal, squeak, grinding, groaning, thumping, or creaking. Brake noise can be attributed to many causes. Brake discs or brake pads are close to or below their wear limit. Aftermarket pads or discs have been installed. There is debris (such as small stones, grit, road salt, or sand) between brake disc…
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• 10230501Dec 19, 2014Electrical system. EVAP System Leak Detected NVLD very small leak
• 10225088Dec 19, 2014Engine cooling. System Leak Detected.
• 10124893Dec 19, 2014Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 13-74 dated February 5, 2013. Parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles when none exist. Parking aid is inoperative or provides constant warning. Various parking aid sensor fitting issues. Environmental conditions.
• 10124885Dec 19, 2014Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 14-41 dated October 9, 2014. MIL on. DTC P045600 (EVAP System Leak Detected NVLD (very small leak)) is stored in the engine control module (ECM), J623 (address word 01). Drivability is not affected. The NVLD pressure switch may erroneously detect a very small leak.
• 10065974Dec 19, 2014Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10228380Dec 18, 2014Electrical system. Due to a production issue for the level sensor, the ECM cannot correctly read the reductant (AdBlue) fluid level.
• 10225059Dec 18, 2014Engine cooling. Due to a production issue for the level sensor, the ECM cannot correctly read the reductant (AdBlue) fluid level.
• 10222032Dec 18, 2014Engine cooling. Due to a production issue for the level sensor, the ECM cannot correctly read the reductant (AdBlue) fluid level.
• 10124883Dec 18, 2014Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 14-84 dated July 28, 2014. MIL on. DTC P203B00 (Reductant Level Sensor Circuit Range/Performance) is stored in the engine control module (ECM), J623 (address word 01). Due to a production issue for the level sensor, the ECM cannot correctly read the reductant (AdBlue) fluid level.
• 10065414Dec 18, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10231115Dec 15, 2014Electrical system. Vehicle diagnostics
• 10250945Dec 10, 2014Suspension. Rattle noise from rear suspension
• 10250674Dec 10, 2014Suspension. Rattle noise from rear suspension
• 10228302Dec 10, 2014Equipment. High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
• 10224981Dec 10, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
• 10221954Dec 10, 2014Equipment. High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
• 10124887Dec 10, 2014Body and structure. Clunking or rattling noises are heard from rear suspension area when vehicle is driven over bumps. These noises can be caused by an improperly seated rear bump stop (which occurs when the rear bump stop was not fully inserted into the rear shock absorber mounting during PDI).
• 10124882Dec 10, 2014Electrical system. High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet. Audi of America has started to host its TSB videos outside of ElsaPro. Doing so provides higher-quality videos, more reliable access to the videos, and the ability to view the videos on different devices.
• 10066028Dec 10, 2014Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10249102Dec 9, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. TCM Update
• 10124908Dec 9, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. On Audi A6 and A7 vehicle with 8 speed automatic transmissions manufactured within a specific period, problem which affects the shifting comfort may occur in isolated cases. This Update is in effect until removed. Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the 37J1 code in the Elsa Campaign/Action Information screen on the day of repair. Vehicle must be within the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• 10067789Dec 9, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10250944Dec 8, 2014Steering. Steering wheel shimmy, vibration, and/or oscillation
• 10249051Dec 8, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Update the TCM software to the latest level with SVM
• 10124915Dec 8, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. This communication is to inform you of upcoming Update 37J1. On Audi A6 and A7 vehicles with 8 speed automatic transmissions manufactured within a specific period, problem which affects the shifting comfort may occur in isolated cases. Update the TCM software to the latest level with SVM.
• 10124892Dec 8, 2014Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 12-63 dated October 4, 2012. The customer may report flickering of the dash insert lighting, of the A/C control panel lighting, or of the inside light. The condition occurs when the accelerator is pressed while the vehicle is in P or N, or when the vehicle is shifted down when moving downhill. Only vehicles with PR number 8GH may be affected.
• 10124888Dec 8, 2014Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 14-50 dated May 14, 2014. Customer feels vibration in the seat, vehicle floor, footwell, pedals, or steering wheel. This condition does not lead to any handling concerns or loss of vehicle control. Customer feels the vibration while driving at highway speeds from 55 ? 80 mph (88 ? 128 km/h). This bulletin is not applicable if this vehicle has a Repair…
• 10067652Dec 8, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10124898Dec 4, 2014Equipment. This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees. This notice contains information for the accessories operations technical bulletin.
• 10250943Dec 3, 2014Brakes. Electronic parking brake warning light on
• 10124889Dec 3, 2014Brakes. The electromechanical parking brake warning is illuminated in the instrument cluster. DTCs are stored in the electromechanical parking brake control module. These DTCs are often sporadic and the complaint cannot be reproduced in the workshop. The condition is caused by an issue with the electromechanical parking brake control module, J540.
• 10066312Dec 3, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10057285Dec 3, 2014Brakes. Audi: a6, a7, a8 2014-2015 electronic warning parking brake warning light on instrument cluster, which is caused by the parking brake control module.
• 10231113Dec 1, 2014Engine cooling. Wastegate linkage dissconnected

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