The 3rd generation A6 spans the 2005 to 2011 model years.
It has accumulated 23 owner complaints over those year and ranks 28th in reliability out of 39 eligible Audi generations.
Our reliability rank is based on our PainRank™ system. A higher number means you can expect more significant problems. The average Audi score is 0.92 while this generation comes in at 1.69.
Audi's EA888 2.0-liter engine has a history of tensioner problems in its timing chain. The loose chain is to blame for multiple occurances of catastrophic engine failure. Audi was forced to offer settlement offers, including an extended war…
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Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.
Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.
Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.
Overall reliability rank out of 39 eligible generations.