2016 Audi A6 Air bags Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 16%of 51 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 22,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the air bags of the 2016 Audi A6, 16% of the 51 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 22,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“Takata recall the airbag off light goes on and off at times on this vehicle while someone sitting on passenger seat. Audi does not have an eta for replacement parts and not willing to provide a loaner vehicle. I am afraid for the safety of my family at this point and think Audi should take back this lease or provide us with a new vehicle that is safe to drive until it has been repaired.”
NHTSA complaint #11112012, filed 2018-07, 25,000 miles“1. Vehicle airbag indicator has illumated. I haven't received a recall letter from manufacturer. Have concerns about driving with airbag light on. 2. There is a recall for electrical wiring. 3. Fuel system/ fuel rail is being recalled.”
NHTSA complaint #11463291, filed 2022-05“Takata recall. The contact owns a 2016 Audi A6. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 18v370000 (air bags) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The contact received the recall letter in july of 2018. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the parts were unavailable for repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. Consumer stated it's being 5 months since the recall letter. Dealer says they could not do anything. Updated 01/29/19”
NHTSA complaint #11142839, filed 2018-10“The contact owns a 2016 Audi A6. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 18v370000 (air bags). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was notified and stated the part was unavailable. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11139253, filed 2018-10“The contact owns a 2016 Audi A6. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v370000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (Audi bakersfield, 6000 wible rd, bakersfield, california 93313) was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11112011, filed 2018-07Related recalls
- 18V370000Jun 4, 2018Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped…Covers: Audi A6 2012–2018, A7 2012–2018, S6 2013–2018 +2 more
Related service bulletins
- 11030980Mar 2, 2026The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent warning regarding counterfeit replacement airbag inflators that are being installed in used…
- 11003002Jun 26, 2024This bulletin provides information when the airbag warning light is on, DTC B13BCF2 stored in the airbag control module.
- 11002933Jun 26, 2024This bulletin provides information when the airbag warning light is on, DTC B13BCF2 stored in the airbag control module.
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 2016 Audi A6
17 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsForward collision avoidance
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Audi A6
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 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