Does the 2002 Audi S6 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Audi S6, the most recent reported on May 3, 2011 (Fuel system, other: storage, tank assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Audi S6?

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, gasoline (2 complaints), followed by power train (2).

How many 2002 Audi S6 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2002 Audi S6 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 7 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Audi S6.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2002 Audi S6 recalls

Fuel system, other: storage, tank assembly

NHTSA campaign 11V267000 · reported May 3, 2011 · VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC · 5,992 vehicles potentially affected

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.

Electrical system

NHTSA campaign 04V133000 · reported March 18, 2004 · VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC · 172,866 vehicles potentially affected

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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Fuel system, gasoline2
Power train2
Vehicle speed control2
Fuel/propulsion system1
Tires1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 24, 2021 · Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel is leaking from the top of the driver side of fuel tank. Appears to be near to rollover nipple that was previously recalled in 2010. Result: accumulation of fuel near exhaust - fire hazard.

Mar 6, 2015 · Power train · 12,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 AUDI S6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS RELEASED AND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED IN COLD TEMPERATURES, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHERE UNKNOWN REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED. HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN…

Aug 23, 2010 · Fuel system, gasoline · 110,342 miles
ON 10 AUG 2010 MY 2002 AUDI S6 AVANT FUEL TANK ROLLOVER VALVE HOSE NIPPLE BEGAN LEAKING FUEL VAPORS AND LIQUID. THE LEAK WHICH IS CAUSED BY THE SAME MATERIAL FAILURE NOTED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN # 08V157000 AND IS A SERIOUS SAFETY RISK BECAUSE OF FUEL AND FUEL VAPOR EXPOSURE TO HOT EXHAUST AND OTHER POSSIBLE IGNITION…

Oct 26, 2009 · Fuel system, gasoline · 59,000 miles
FUEL LEAKING FROM THE GAS STORAGE UNIT.

Jan 2, 2004 · Vehicle speed control · 1,000 miles
DANGEROUS RANDOM LOSS OF THROTTLE RESPONSIVENESS; ERRATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT FUNCTION .

S6 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2000	1	0
2001	1	1
2002	2	7
2003	2	2
2004	1	0

Across all years, the 2013 S6 has the most complaints (42). All Audi S6 years →

Questions

Does the 2002 Audi S6 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Audi S6, the most recent reported on May 3, 2011 (Fuel system, other: storage, tank assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Audi S6?: Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, gasoline (2 complaints), followed by power train (2).
How many 2002 Audi S6 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 24, 2021.