Is the Audi S6 Reliable?
2002–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Audi S6 Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | 0 | 3 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 89 | Excellent |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2022 | 2 | 3 | — | — | 91 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 6 | 0 | — | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 4 | 5 | — | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2018 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 99 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 1 | 3 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the S6 Compares to Similar Vehicles
The S6 scores 17 points above the average sedan — a strong result.
Known Audi S6 Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 15 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Audi S6 reliable?+
The Audi S6 scores 89/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 14 recall campaigns and 15 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year S6 is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2018 S6 achieved the highest reliability score of 99/100 with 0 recalls and 1 complaints.
How many miles does a S6 last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Audi S6 owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used S6 will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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