NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2002 Audi A6; the most frequently affected component is electrical system. Owners filed 96 complaints, most often about engine and engine cooling. Among the 17 model years of this model in the database, 2002 ranks #6 for number of recalls.
Fuel system, other — Tank assemblyCampaign 11V267000 · 03 May 2011
Problem: Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2001-2004 audi a6, model year 2002-2003 s6 and model year 2003 rs6 vehicles equipped with 4.2l engines and manufactured from june 19, 2001, through june 8, 2004. The aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve combined with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line to the rollover valve nipple may lead to cracking of the nipple. If this happens, a fuel leak may result.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Dealers will reinforce the nipple on the rollover valve to prevent leakage or repair the cracking at the nipple. The recall is expected to begin during june 2011. Owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Problem: Volkswagen is recalling 68,240 my 2001-2004 audi a6 quattro vehicles equipped with 2.7l, 2.8l, or 3.0l engines and my 2001-2005 allroad quattro vehicles equipped with 2.7l or 4.2l engines. The aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve combined with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line to the rollover valve nipple may lead to cracking of the nipple. If this happens, a fuel leak may result.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Dealers will reinforce the nipple on the rollover valve to prevent leakage or repair the cracking at the nipple. The recall began on june 27, 2008. Owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Electrical systemCampaign 06V198000 · 05 Jun 2006
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with halogen low beam headlights, certain connector pins in the headlight switch connector come into contact with each other causing a short circuit. Note: vehicles with xenon low beam headlights are not affected because the circuit in these vehicles contains a fuse, which precludes excessive current flow in the case of a short circuit. Audi s6 and s6 avant vehicles are all equipped with xenon low beam headlights and, therefore, are not longer affected by this recall.
Risk: This condition could lead to overheating or fire.
Remedy: Dealers will reroute the wiring harness by installing a jumper wiring harness. The recall began on december 16, 2006. Owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Electrical systemCampaign 04V133000 · 18 Mar 2004
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, if a driver's knees push against the knee bolster (crash element) located under the dashboard, it can contact the headlight switch wiring harness, and an electrical short could occur.
Risk: A fire could originate in the left dashboard area.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective covering on the knee bolster (crash element). In addition, the wiring harness as well as the felt protector on the left side of the dashboard carrier will be checked, and replaced if necessary. The recall began on july 26, 2004. Owners should contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
What owners complain about
Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Engine and engine cooling9 · 22%
Fuel system8 · 20%
Gasoline8 · 20%
Electrical system7 · 18%
Engine5 · 12%
Fuel/propulsion system5 · 12%
Air bags4 · 10%
Power train4 · 10%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
There is a known issue with the aging of plastic material on audi a6 models yrs 2001-2005.the aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve combined with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line to the rollover valve nipple may lead to cracking of the nipple.if this happens, a fuel leak may…
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 audi a6. The contact stated the check engine light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who performed a diagnostic, which located the failure at the fuel tank. The fuel tank was leaking fuel. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and advised that the…
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 audi a6. The vehicle was taken to the dealership on june 4, 2010 for the manufacturers voluntary coil spring recall; however, the defected coil springs caused the catalytic converter to fail. The catalytic converter was replaced; and the coil spring repair didn't correct the failure. The…
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 audi a6. While driving 25 mph, the engine shut off without warning. The vehicle was restarted after four attempts. There were no warning indicator lights until after the vehicle restarted. The esp warning indicator light illuminated. The vehicle is currently at the dealer. The current and…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.