KNOWN FAULT · Audi

Weak points of the Audi A6 C6 diesel according to the ADAC: front axle and automatic gearbox

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Engine / equipment: Audi A6 C6 diesel (2.0 TDI and V6 TDI)
Period mentioned: 2004–2011
Symptoms: Front axle joints with play and the odd broken spring, and automatic gearbox breakdowns on 2011 cars.
Possible cause described: According to the ADAC, the A6 C6 does very well in the German roadworthiness test: it passes far more often than average. Only the front axle construction is delicate, with loose joints and broken springs. In the breakdown statistics it is around the middle, and its very high mileages must be taken into account.
Check for the garage: Ask the garage to check the front axle joints and springs, and test the automatic gearbox well before buying.
Cost cited in the source: No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

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How much does it cost to repair this fault?

No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.

A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

How is it checked?

Ask the garage to check the front axle joints and springs, and test the automatic gearbox well before buying.

What are the symptoms?

Front axle joints with play and the odd broken spring, and automatic gearbox breakdowns on 2011 cars.

Which cars and years does it affect?

Find garages near you and, before you say yes, check whether the quote is reasonable.

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