Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1995 Audi S6. 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 ↗VW/FUEL LINES
- Summary
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. A FUEL FEED LINE CONNECTING THE FUEL FILTER TO THE ENGINE CAN PREMATURELY AGE AND SHRINK THROUGH EXPOSURE TO HIGH UNDER HOOD TEMPERATURE CAUSED BY THE TURBOCHARGER.
- Consequence
- THIS CAN RESULT IN FUEL SEEPAGE AT THE CONNECTION.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENTIRE FUEL FEED LINE FROM THE FUEL FILTER TO THE ENGINE WITH A FUEL LINE OF SHRINKAGE-PROOF MATERIAL.
VW/ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
- Summary
- DEFECTIVE IGNITION SWITCHES WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND CAN CAUSE SOME ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES TO MALFUNCTION.
- Consequence
- SOME ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES, SUCH AS, TURN SIGNALS, WINDSHIELD WIPERS, LAMPS, POWER WIND0WS AND AIR CONDITIONERS CAN MALFUNCTION WHEN THE CAR IS STARTED.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.
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Owner complaints (20)
20 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 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system | 17 | 85% |
| Electrical system | 2 | 10% |
| Structure | 1 | 5% |
How 1995 compares with other S6 years
Best and worst S6 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 20 | 2 |
| 1996 | 1 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 | 1 | 1 |
| 2002 | 7 | 2 |
| 2003 | 2 | 2 |
| 2007 | 1 | 2 |
| 2008 | 2 | 2 |
| 2010 | 1 | 2 |
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
- Compact 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 L 5-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
| 2.2 L 5-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 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 1995 S6 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.
Where to next
1995 Audi S6 FAQ
How many recalls does the 1995 Audi S6 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 00V068000 (fuel system), 96V017000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1995 Audi S6 problems?
Owners filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. Fuel system (17), Electrical system (2), Structure (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1995 Audi S6 get?
EPA rates the 2.2 L 5-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 16 city, 22 highway and 18 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1995 S6 compare with other years?
Among the 1995–2010 Audi S6 model years at least five years old, the 1996 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 1995 the most (20). The 1995 drew 20. 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.