Audi A6 steering lock-up problems

Filed Sep 9, 2023 · Electrical, Engine · NJ

This is my SECOND entry/complaint regarding the same EXTREMELY DANGEROUS steering malfunction. While driving my 2019 A6 (this time alone) in heavy rain the same warning message was displayed. The warning stated: steering malfunction, please stop the vehicle!. At which point the power steering locked-up & the engine powered down. As a result, I was unable to steer the vehicle. One again I was able to exit the highway safely. Being close to home with only a few turns, I was able to “limp” the car home, parked in my driveway and contacted Audi. Currently it’s at Nyack Audi awaiting service on Monday 9/11. This is a huge safety issue and needs to be addressed. Doing a bit of online research & reading countless Audi blogs, I found out this to be a common issue with other Audis while driving in the rain. Fist time this occurred was 6/16/22, driving a 2016 S6. Tracking # for that entry is 11543563

Filed Jun 21, 2023 · Steering · NY

I went thru a puddle of water and the car steering wheel lock up

Filed Jan 12, 2022 · Electrical, Steering · AZ

Steering Rack Assist has a recall for my car because my steering locked up. Audi replaced the recall part two times. the first didnt work after the second time it works but now they cant reset the check engine lights, TPMS, Steering Fault do not drive it says, ECS Fualt, Stability Fault, Child Safety Lock Fault etc. Dealer told they did everything they could even flew in an Audi Engineer still cant reset anything and that they exceeded the cars value in man hours to figure out what is the issue. Now they tell me the car is drivable but my question is, is it safe for me to accept it like that and risk something happening while driving and the steering locking up or any other problems that may arise but I wouldn"t know because of the other alarms may override the current alarm that may pop up. My insurance said they wouldnt accept the car back in that condition because its a recall issue related and that Audi needs to address this but in just getting the run around. My car has been at the dealer for about 6 months trying to figure it out. Now they tell me "You brought your car because steering was locked up wasnt able to drive and now the car is drivable and the only thing we cant clear are the alarms that i mentioned above but it is drivable its just like an oil change alarm that you do the oil change but we just cant reset it so its kinda the same thing" they told me that and i was like okay. No is not the same i said, my question is is this even safe to accept and risk something happen and get into an accident because of the steering lock up. Now they wont even take my wife audi because has the same recall that needs to be replaced. the only way they replace it is till it happens. So they waiting for my wifes car to lock up while driving and not have control of car and crash especially if my kids are with her because she takes them to school. What do i do please help? I also requested the total estimate to see how much I owe and they will not send it to me.

Filed Dec 11, 2017 · Steering · MI

2012 audi a6 my vehicle suddenly would not start. The ignition did not turn on. It said "do not drive - steering defective" steering could not be turned, gears could not be shifted. The vehicle had to be towed using dolly tow truck since all the wheels were locked. The dealer said it had a faulty steering control module and gave me a very expensive repair bill. This is a safety related issue and if the steering locks like this on the highway, this could lead to severe injury or death. On the internet I found many other customers having similar complaints. Some examples below: https://www.audiworld.com/forums/a6-s6-c6-platform-discussion-58/transponder-steering-column-2834070/ http://doylestownautoshop.com/a6-audi-steering-column-lock-problems/ I kindly request the federal safety agency to review this safety issue and request audi to fix the affected vehicles asap. Thanks.

Filed May 12, 2017 · Steering, Suspension · 137,000 miles · MO

I was driving in light rain and saw a small puddle of water ahead so I slowed down and went through it at 10mph, all of the sudden my steering wheel locks up and is stuck going right, grinding noise came from the front drivers wheel. I somehow managed to get the vehical to a fire station and park it there after 30m and only going 20ft then all of a sudden while I'm pressing the gas peddle the horrible grinding noise comes back and the car goes no where in drive or reverse.

Filed Mar 1, 2016 · Steering · OH

Audi 2011 a6, VIN [xxx] had a catastrophic steering failure on feb 24, 2016. Fortunately the car was being driven into a parking space when the front wheels and steering wheel froze. Audi and the local dealer diagnose the failure as a random failure of the steering rack which they replaced. If this steering failure had occurred on the road at any speed serious damage and injury including loss of life could have occurred. Audi refused the return the failed steering rack to me. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'

Filed Feb 24, 2015 · Steering · 20,000 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2013 audi a6. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel seized as the steering warning light illuminated. The failure recurred two times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the electronic magnetic steering needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,000. Updated 04/08/15

Filed Dec 6, 2013 · Electrical, Steering · 130,000 miles · NY

Audi would not start, car does not recognize keys, car stuck in park, all wheels locked, steering wheel locked, mmi radio works, light works, everything else on the car works.

Filed Jan 22, 2012 · Electrical, Steering · 63,450 miles · TX

Car won't start, or turn over, vehicle transmission stuck in park. Have to tow on dollies account wheels locked up to dealership. Dealership says steering lock stuck in open position and have to replace entire steering column account part is integrated with steering column.

Filed Mar 24, 2008 · Electrical, Engine · CA

My 2006 audi a6 lost all engine power while driving and the steering wheel locked up. This happened on three separate occasions. The manufacturer has refused to take the car back, despite the life threatening safety concerns associated with this problem. I have noticed other posted complaints for the same problem.