- The 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.
- The risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2002 Audi S6 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2002 Audi S6 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in May 2011 for the tank assembly.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical S6 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2002 Audi S6 recalls 2
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
- The 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.
- The risk
- A fire could originate in the left dashboard area.
- The fix
- 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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Audi S6: every year compared
All S6 years2002 Audi S6 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Audi S6 | 0 | 2 | C | |
| 2002 Audi A4 | 189 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2002 Audi Allroad | 104 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2002 Audi A6 | 96 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2002 Audi TT | 38 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2002 Audi S4 Avant | 22 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2002 Audi S4 | 22 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2002 Audi A6 Avant/S6 Avant | 15 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2002 Audi Quattro | 12 | 0 | F | 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 2002 Audi S6
Does the 2002 Audi S6 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Audi S6: tank assembly (May 2011); electrical system (March 2004). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2002 Audi S6 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2002 Audi S6 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as 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 2002 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