- The problem
- Defective ignition switches were improperly manufactured and can cause some electrical accessories to malfunction.
- The risk
- Some electrical accessories, such as, turn signals, windshield wipers, lamps, power wind0ws and air conditioners can malfunction when the car is started.
- The fix
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.
Vehicle safety record
1996 Audi S6 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1996 Audi S6 with NHTSA, most often about the fuel system (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in January 1996 for the switch. For comparison, the 1995 has 20 and the 1997 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical S6 year, for its age
#327 most complained-about 1996 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1996 Audi S6 problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1996 Audi S6 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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1 complaints about the 1996 Audi S6
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Fuel lines have been leaking and spilling gas into engine compartment. Dealer has not seen vehicle. *Ak
Audi S6: every year compared
All S6 years1996 Audi S6 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1 | 1 | B | |
| 1996 Audi A4 | 92 | 6 | C | Compare |
| 1996 Audi A6 | 54 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1996 Audi Cabriolet | 8 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1996 Audi Quattro | 6 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1996 Audi A8 | 1 | 2 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1996 Audi S6
Does the 1996 Audi S6 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1996 Audi S6: switch (January 1996). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Audi S6?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 1996 Audi S6 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on December 5, 2000 and the latest on December 5, 2000. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1996 Audi S6 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 65 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Audi S6 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Audi S6 years have the most complaints?
1995 (20), 2003 (2), 1996 (1). See every Audi S6 year compared.
What should I do if my 1996 Audi S6 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data