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2019 Audi A6 Recalls

NHTSA lists 7 safety recall campaigns for the 2019 Audi A6 — 3 of them relate to electrical system. Recalls are published by year, make and model rather than per-VIN, so check your exact vehicle at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at any franchised dealer, whatever the age of the car or who owns it now.

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These campaigns cover the 2019 Audi A6 as a model line. Decode your VIN to see the build details for your specific car, then confirm the recalls against it at NHTSA.

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26V125000

Lane Departure · Software

The driver may be unaware that the lane departure warning system is deactivated and rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the…

The riskThe driver may be unaware that the lane departure warning system is deactivated and rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix — freeDealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 6, 2026.

What was foundVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8, Audi A7, and Audi A6 vehicles previously repaired under recall number 25V900. Due to a software error, the lane departure warning system may be deactivated.

26V125000 at NHTSA
25V900000

Back Over Prevention · Sensing System · Camera

A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The riskA rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix — freeDealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

What was foundVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

25V900000 at NHTSA
23V601000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Fluid

Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.

The riskIncorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.

The fix — freeDealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47T9.

What was foundVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, RS7, RS6 Avant, A6 Allroad, 2019-2021 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. An incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.

23V601000 at NHTSA
22V861000

Electrical System

A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.

The riskA gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix — freeDealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.

What was foundVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, A6 Allroad, 2021-2022 RS7, RS6 Avant, 2019-2022 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.

22V861000 at NHTSA
22V155000

Electrical System · Instrument Panel · Fuel Gauge · Fuel Level Float/sensor/sending Unit

An inaccurate fuel reading may cause an engine stall due to lack of fuel, increasing the risk of a crash.

The riskAn inaccurate fuel reading may cause an engine stall due to lack of fuel, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix — freeDealers will install a new sensor in the tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DN.

What was foundVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RS6 Avant and RS7, 2020-2022 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, and S7, and 2019-2022 A6 Sedan and A7 vehicles. The fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel level reading to be displayed on the instrument cluster.

22V155000 at NHTSA
21V159000

Air Bags

An incorrectly manufactured air bag may not deploy properly, and could also eject plastic debris into the passenger compartment, increasing…

The riskAn incorrectly manufactured air bag may not deploy properly, and could also eject plastic debris into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

The fix — freeAudi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger air bag score line, and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall begin March 26, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 70i2.

What was foundVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi RS6 Avant, RS7, 2020-2021 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, S7, 2019-2021 A6 Sedan, and A7 vehicles. The score line on the passenger air bag may not have been manufactured correctly.

21V159000 at NHTSA
20V153000

Electrical System · Starter Assembly

A short circuit in the starter generator increases the risk of a fire.

The riskA short circuit in the starter generator increases the risk of a fire.

The fix — freeVolkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the starter generator, free of charge. The recall began by May 22, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 27H2.

What was foundVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Audi A6 vehicles equipped with mild-hybrid technology and 2.0TFSI engines. Moisture may enter the starter generator and cause an electrical short circuit.

20V153000 at NHTSA

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Campaign data is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is refreshed daily. Check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov — their lookup can confirm applicability and repair status for a specific vehicle; this page lists model-level campaigns.

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