2000 Audi A6 engine complaints

Filed Sep 7, 2004 · Electrical, Engine · 2,000 miles · UT

Turbo bypass and mass airflow replaced numerous times during the first 30k miles. Car in the shop every 2k...for one thing or another.

Filed Jul 13, 2004 · Body, Engine · DC

Consumer requesting assistance for a matter dealing with interamericana transport industries inc.*mr after a new transmission was installed the consumer was still dissatisfied with the performance of the vehicle. Offensive odors have been emitting form the vehicle. These odors have made several members of the consumer's family ill. The door did not close properly.

Filed Apr 5, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · 33,204 miles · CA

2000 audi a6 chronic "service engine" light illumination; oil leaks & valve gaskets repeatedly replaced (within 30 days); brake issues/front end vibration; engine rough when initially started.

Filed Jan 16, 2004 · Engine · 65,000 miles · CO

At 65k miles, my baby daughter and I were driving 70 MPH down vail pass on i70 in colorado when the engine light starts to flash. I then lose all power, brakes and steering due to a total engine and turbo failure. This problem was discovered to be caused by a water pump failure, causing the timing belt to fail, in turn causing the engine to completely seize. Audi refused to take responsibility for all the costs associated with replacing the engine and didn't lend any concern that this is a safety issue. I have researched various consumer sites and have found several comments describing this exact problem.

Filed Aug 15, 2003 · Engine · 40,000 miles · CA

The vehicles check engine light illuminated. The dealer refused to service the vehicle unless the consumer paid out of pocket, although the vehicle was taken to the dealer for service 3 days prior. The consumer paid for the check engine light service, in addition to the defective thermostat, which caused the vehicle to overheat one month after the warranty expired. Subsequently, three days after that service, the check engine light illuminated again. *ak *scc

Filed Jun 12, 2003 · Engine · MI

Engine check light is on. Dealer has inspected vehicle five times and could not duplicate or correct the problem.

Filed Apr 17, 2003 · Electrical, Engine · 27,000 miles · DC

There were oil leaks, the consumer had to replace the turbo(s) at 37000 miles and needed a new turbo(s) again, and the engine and brake lights appeared on different occasions. Dealer stated the oil wasn't changed regularly. The initial turbo(s) were replaced with the old oil because the new oil wasn't covered under warranty. The service dealer stated that 1 out of 15 vehicle's have the same problem. Mr scc

Filed Apr 8, 2003 · Engine · 39,000 miles · MA

Hello, 2000 a6 has an auxiliary fan on the 2.8 engine. My audi was in warranty on 10/17/02, and it was brought to the dealer. The dealer was unable to duplicate the problem. The problem is the fan makes alot of noise, and the fan smells like a fire is happening..now the local dealer, wagner audi in boyloston, ma checked the car, and will not cover it under warranty.. This should be checked out before someone is hurt in a fire from this audi a6 problem. Thanks, don melanson.

Filed Mar 15, 2003 · Engine · 66,450 miles · IL

Cylinder heads (v-6, 2.7 liter, 5-valve) are leaking oil from the ends in an area which is plugged with a "ball seal" pressed in place during mfg. Oil drips onto exhaust causing causing moderate to severe smell of burning oil inside and around vehicle. Dealer mechanics were able to locate problem by inserting special dye in the oil and checking with a blacklight, and state heads need to be replaced. Dealer denies defect and suggests this as a normal wear item, but there are no moving parts. I am worried about complete failure of the seals resulting in oil/oil pressure loss, extensive engine damage and/or fire.

Filed Apr 19, 2002 · Engine · NY

The car makes a whining noise on cold start. It has been in for repairs since march 2, 2002. Zaumbach of manhattan has replaced the engine, turbos and water pumps due to possible leak. They cannot repair the car, they say the noise is still present. No one knows what the problem is and it may be dangerous.

Filed Jul 19, 2000 · Acceleration, Engine · MA

For an unknown reason, when the vehicle is shut down after driving, then it's re-started the engin idles rough. At that time the engine check light come on, and the engines power is reduced. It won't go faster than 15 MPH.