2003 Audi A6 vs 2005 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 | 2003 Audi A6 | 2005 Audi A6 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 66 | 91 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 138 | 380 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | — |
| Median reported mileage | 82,000 mi | 86,359 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A6 | Audi A6 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 43 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 16 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 16 | 0 |
| Power Train | 10 | 3 |
| Steering | 2 | 8 |
| Visibility | 3 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 6 |
| Engine | 3 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 9 | 0 |
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
2003 Audi A6
2005 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.