The gateway computer was fried due to water consumption. I was driving and lost all power in the car and hade to pull over with no power to help me. Also this was already recalled in 2019-2022 audi fix was to put a plastic bag around the gate way computer but this did not pretect the gateway properly. The gateway is located under the rear seat dealer confirmed the gateway had water damage and would not warenty the problem even though I still had a warenty audi delt with my insurance to correct thr problem. All worning light apperired when the problem accured only.
The worst 2023 Audi A6 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
Problems by type
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Recalls 1
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on December 23, 2025.
Recall number 25V900000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2023 Audi A6 1,011
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Diagnosed and confirmed malfunction of the vehicle’s AEB system that resulted from failure or malfunction...
- This bulletin provides informaiton on the use of the PICO-NVH tool (VAS 611 015).
- This bulletin provides information when the message "Automatic user identifaction failed" appers in the...
- This bulletin provides information when the air spring symbol is illuminated; DTC U112100 or C1260F0.
- This bulletin provides information regarding the current top concerns being addressed by the Audi Digital...
- This bulletin proides service information when there is a prompt to take over the steering wheel (hands...
- This bulletin provides information when the starter battery is discharged or malfunctioning.
- This bulletin provides information for all gasoline engines when the MIL is on; DTC P240700 is stored
- This service information bulletin provides information when the convernience opening does not work.
- This bulletin provides information when there is an Audi pressense warning, warning jolt, and/or brake...
2023 Audi A6 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4‑cyl Hybrid | AWD | 24 | 31 | 27 |
| 3.0L 6‑cyl Hybrid | AWD | 21 | 30 | 24 |
What 2023 Audi A6 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Was driving on the highway, all of a sudden showed a sign of transmission malfunction and started decelerating which I could safely navigate the vehicle to the side of the road, got the vehicle towed to repair shop which they reported a transmission code P17F900- parking lock mechanical malfunction with codes P074700 and p077700 I am just out of warranty for this vehicle as I crossed 48000 miles. They have issued bulletins regarding this problem but no recall or extended warranty on that part this I deem as dangerous
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Questions about the 2023 Audi A6
Is the 2023 Audi A6 reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2023 Audi A6, fewer than a typical A6 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Audi A6?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2023 Audi A6 have?
1 recall, covering back over prevention.
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).
What gas mileage does the 2023 Audi A6 get?
Official estimates for the 2023 Audi A6 range from 24 to 27 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl hybrid, AWD) gets 24 city and 31 highway.
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