1996 Audi A6 vs 1997 Audi A6
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Audi A6 | 1997 Audi A6 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 51 | 20 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 39 | 42 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19 |
| Median reported mileage | 105,602 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A6 | Audi A6 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 38 | 14 |
| Visibility | 5 | 1 |
| Equipment | 4 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1 |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 |
1996 Audi A6
1997 Audi A6
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.