Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2000 Audi A6. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Air Bag Inflators May Underinflate Bag
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2000-2001 TT Roadster, 2000 TT Coupe, 1999 Audi A8, 1998-2000 Audi A6, and 1999-2000 Audi A4 vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, possibly causing the air bag to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.
- Consequence
- In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag may not properly protect the occupant, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator when the parts become available, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed September 21, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BT.
CROSSMEMBER COVER/DRIVERS SIDE DASH FIRE
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
VW/DRIVERS SIDE DASH FIRE
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
VW/FUEL SENDING UNITS
- Summary
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SULFUR IN FUEL INTERACTS WITH CERTAIN ADDITIVES FOUND IN WIDELY AVAILABLE GASOLINE CAUSING SULFUR TO BECOME DEPOSITED ON THE CONTACT POINTS OF THREE FUEL SENDING UNITS MOUNTED INSIDE THE FUEL TANK. THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL GAUGE TO READ FULL WHILE THE FUEL TANK MAY NOT IN FACT BE FULL OR COULD BE EMPTY.
- Consequence
- RUNNING OUT OF FUEL WITHOUT WARNING WHILE THE FUEL GAUGE INDICATES THAT THERE IS SUFFICIENT FUEL IN THE TANK LEAD TO SAFETY PROBLEMS.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE EXISTING FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNITS AND REPLACE THEM WITH FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNITS USING A NEW ALLOY COMPOSED OF GOLD, SILVER, AND A SMALL AMOUNT OF NICKEL, WHICH WILL NOT CHEMICALLY REACT WITH SULFUR. VW/AUDI WILL ALSO CALL BACK VEHICLES THAT WERE REPAIRED UNDER A PREVIOUS RECALL LAST JUNE IN ORDER TO INSTALL THE UPDATED FUEL SENDING UNITS NHTSA 00V137/AUDI LB). OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MAY 1, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-866-892-2834.
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Owner complaints (148)
148 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 148 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 36 | 24.3% |
| Service brakes | 29 | 19.6% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 21 | 14.2% |
| Fuel system | 17 | 11.5% |
| Tires | 14 | 9.5% |
| Suspension | 12 | 8.1% |
| Steering | 11 | 7.4% |
| Air bags | 8 | 5.4% |
| Power train | 8 | 5.4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 4.1% |
How 2000 compares with other A6 years
Best and worst A6 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 51 | 2 |
| 1997 | 20 | 2 |
| 1998 | 130 | 10 |
| 1999 | 217 | 9 |
| 2000 | 148 | 4 |
| 2001 | 113 | 7 |
| 2002 | 88 | 4 |
| 2003 | 66 | 7 |
| 2004 | 35 | 4 |
| 2005 | 91 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 18 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,550
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 494 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 18 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
| 4.2 L 8-cyl · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
| 2.8 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2000 A6 for sale?
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2000 Audi A6 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2000 Audi A6 have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 20V056000 (air bag), 06V198000 (electrical), 04V133000 (electrical), 01V157000 (fuel system). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2000 Audi A6 problems?
Owners filed 148 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (36), Service brakes (29), Engine and engine cooling (21) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2000 Audi A6 get?
EPA rates the 2.8 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic version at 16 city, 24 highway and 18 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2000 A6 compare with other years?
Among the 1996–2005 Audi A6 model years at least five years old, the 1997 drew the fewest complaints (20) and the 1999 the most (217). The 2000 drew 148. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.