2019 Audi RS6: common problems
The maker issued 36 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 36
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts…
- This bulletin provides information for when the Virtual cockpit displays a colorful line (pixel error)
- This bulletin provides details on the VIN-4-PIN program
- This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries
- This bulletin provides information for when there are noises when braking, and the brake pad thickness is OK
- This bulletin provides information for when the virtual cockpit is distorted due a broken screen caused by…
- This bulletin provides instructions for when the customer advises that there is insufficient or uneven…
This bulletin provides instructions for when the customer advises that there is insufficient or uneven cabin heating from the HVAC system.
- SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
- This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel
- This bulletin describes various DTCs stored relating to the power steering module that is the result of…
This bulletin describes various DTCs stored relating to the power steering module that is the result of oxidation, and the associated repair.
- This bulletin provides guidance on diagnosing a coolant light concern with normal coolant level in the tank
- This bulletin explains why the compartment lid cannot be closed using the buttons on the key sometimes
NHTSA lists 36 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Audi RS6?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 36 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2019 Audi RS6?
NHTSA lists 36 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2019 Audi RS6 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2019 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.