Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2004 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 ↗FUEL TANK ROLLOVER VALVE
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
FUEL TANK ROLLOVER VALVE
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
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.
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Owner complaints (35)
35 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The fuel system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system | 6 | 17.1% |
| Service brakes | 4 | 11.4% |
| Air bags | 3 | 8.6% |
| Electrical system | 3 | 8.6% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 8.6% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 8.6% |
| Seats | 3 | 8.6% |
| Tires | 3 | 8.6% |
| Wheels | 3 | 8.6% |
| Electronic stability control | 2 | 5.7% |
How 2004 compares with other A6 years
Best and worst A6 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 148 | 4 |
| 2001 | 113 | 7 |
| 2002 | 88 | 4 |
| 2003 | 66 | 7 |
| 2004 | 35 | 4 |
| 2005 | 91 | 3 |
| 2006 | 67 | 4 |
| 2007 | 53 | 4 |
| 2008 | 71 | 4 |
| 2009 | 21 | 4 |
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 21 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 423 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 L 6-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | $3,900 | 423 |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
| 4.2 L 8-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 2004 A6 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
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2004 Audi A6 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2004 Audi A6 have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 11V267000 (fuel system), 08V157000 (fuel system), 06V198000 (electrical), 04V133000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2004 Audi A6 problems?
Owners filed 35 complaints with NHTSA. Fuel system (6), Service brakes (4), Air bags (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2004 Audi A6 get?
EPA rates the 3 L 6-cyl · CVT version at 18 city, 25 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2004 A6 compare with other years?
Among the 2000–2009 Audi A6 model years at least five years old, the 2009 drew the fewest complaints (21) and the 2000 the most (148). The 2004 drew 35. 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.