Failed ct emissions test. Check engine light illuminated. Confirmed code to be p0741. Informed by authorized technician that the torque converter requires replacement.
2003 Audi A6 electrical problems
14 complaints (21% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 82,000.
- owner complaints
- 14
- of this car's complaints
- 21%
- typical mileage
- 82,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Ignition3
- Wiring: front underhood1
- Instrument cluster/panel1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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25k-50k
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175k-200k
200k+
Audi A6 electrical problems in other years
Related recalls
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles equipped with halogen low beam headlights, certain connector pins in the headlight switch connector come into contact with each other causing a short circuit. Note: vehicles with xenon low beam headlights are not affected because the circuit in these vehicles contains a fuse, which precludes excessive current flow in the case of a short circuit. Audi s6 and s6 avant vehicles are all equipped with xenon low beam headlights and, therefore, are not longer affected by this recall.
- Risk
- This condition could lead to overheating or fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reroute the wiring harness by installing a jumper wiring harness. The recall began on december 16, 2006. Owners may contact audi at 1‑800‑822‑2834.
Recall number 06V198000 · Recall details
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- A fire could originate in the left dashboard area.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 04V133000 · Recall details
What 2003 Audi A6 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
At times when driving the car the acceleration becomes slow and it stalls with a jerk like it's going to just stop also, when the car is put in reverse gear it will not move. I am stuck. The prnd flashing on the dashboard. I become afraid because this can cause serious accidents.
The fire started under dashboard as I was driving. I stopped the car in the middle of the road and quickly jumped out the car when saw a flame. This was the most freighting experience in my life.
On may 3, 2013, I was driving on the expressway at approximately 10mph. Suddenly, I began smelling smoke. I thought the smoke was coming from nearby trucks. However, soon after, smoke was profusely coming through my glove compartment. I pulled over, turned the car off, and exited the car. About 5 minutes later, this vehicle engulfed in flames, beginning with the hood! The wind shield then shattered approximately 3 minutes later. By this time, the fire department arrived and battled the fire approximately 20 minutes. There was no previous sign that car service was necessary. Furthermore, according to the dealer and dmv, 3 months ago, there was a clean emissions at the time of purchase.
Brake light switch failure. Had it fixed, but the problems seems to be not in the brake light switch itself, but the wiring or sockets to the switch. Used same switch, but soon as car is turned off and turned back on, switch tends to work only for a couple of days and ABS system shows up again with no brakes lights at all. Took to audi dealer in which they said that there has been many problems within this system. But to totally fix the problem would run anywhere from 700.00 to 1200 dollars on a 35.00 to 45.00 part. No brakes could lead to serious accidents not knowing that your brakes lights are actually out. Please please recall this issue on all audi's.
2003 a6 quattro avant 3.0 car ran fine driving to work. When leaving at end of day, started car and it ran very rough I decided to reverse back into parking space and at that point noted smoke coming from under hood (car had run for approximately 20 seconds). Turned off engine, opened hood, and found the drivers side rear coil pack burning. Extinguished flame using a baseball cap to smother it out. Coil pack continued to smoke and reignite due to burning inside coil pack. Jammed screwdriver into pack to root out flame. Had car towed to audi dealer - awaiting repair. There is an active recall campaign for bad coil packs (28f2 / j1) - recall states check engine light may come on and car will run rough, further recommends returing vehicle to dealer at that time. There is apparently two ways the pack can fail - a fault on the high voltage end just bypasses the spark to the engine block causing a misfire. A fault at the low voltage end results in a short and most likely a fire. This potential for fire is understated by audi and shoud be clearly identified in the recall campaign to ensure the right urgency is placed on this issue. The fact is, I was able to react and extiguish the fire, had this occured in other circumstances the car would most likely have completely burned.
2003 audi a6. Consumer states problems with gauge cluster *tgw the consumer stated the warning gauges no longer functioned and the multi-function liquid crystal display does not indicate readable information.
2003 audi a6. Consumer seeks reply for request for reimbursement *tgw the check engine light illuminated. The consumer took the vehicle to a nearby reputable mechanic who replaced the ignition coil. The consumer is seeking reimbursement, since audi issued a voluntary campaign stating they would replace for free if needed.
Brake lights have stopped working. Along with ABS, traction & stability control.
Letter from audi customer complaint reimbursement service action regarding ignition coil inspection/replacement letter dated july 2009 was received and still waiting for audi of america inc. To notify me if parts are available at the local dealer and since then have not heard from them. Please look into this matter. Thanks
Questions about the 2003 Audi A6 electrical
Does the 2003 Audi A6 have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the electrical of the 2003 Audi A6, 21% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2003 Audi A6 electrical problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 82,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Audi A6 electrical?
Yes, 2 recalls: 06V198000, 04V133000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Audi A6 have the most electrical problems?
The Audi A6 model years with the most electrical complaints are 2019 (84 complaints), 1996 (38 complaints) and 1999 (37 complaints).
Other 2003 Audi A6 problems
Fuel system 21Transmission 10Brakes 6Engine 6Tires 6Visibility 3Acceleration 2Body 2Driver assistance 2Lights 2Steering 2Suspension 2Airbags 1
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