Audi RS6 Problems by Model Year
NHTSA recorded 43 consumer complaints across the 1 model years of the Audi RS6 (2003–2003) that have at least 5 complaints. 2003 has the most, with 43. Across all years, the part named most often is suspension (31 mentions). Pick a model year below to see its parts, mileage, recalls and service bulletins.
All RS6 model years
Years with fewer than 5 complaints are not listed. The score compares years of the same model, allowing for the era and for how long each year has collected complaints: 50 is a typical year, lower means fewer complaints. It is not adjusted for sales volume.
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | TSBs | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 43 | 44,500 | 2 | 52 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
Parts named most often, all years
Counts add up complaint mentions across the listed years. A complaint can name several parts.
- Suspension31 70%
- Fuel system7 16%
- Transmission and drivetrain3 6.8%
- Tires1 2.3%
- Electronic stability control1 2.3%
- Electrical system1 2.3%
Example complaints
One per model year, chosen for length and detail. Personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
2003: “Fuel tank leak from tip over valve. There is a recall on it. Audi recall 20l8/jy was performed on 5/16/2012. But the valve started leaking again recently. I called Audi of america (aoa) they had me take the car to austin north Audi dealer for confirmation and taking photos. After the dealer confirmation they denied my request to cover the fuel tank replacement. Their reason was: car is too old, I am second owner, and there is no brand loyalty (this is my first Audi). …”
NHTSA complaint #11056824, filed 2017-12, 59,000 milesOther Audi models
2,893 complaintsAudi A6
1,653 complaintsAudi Q5
1,348 complaintsAudi Q7
1,052 complaintsAudi A3
727 complaintsAudi S4
577 complaintsAudi A5
324 complaintsAudi TT
306 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Methodology