While driving my 2014 a6 Audi steering got alert on the electronic steering do not drive take to Audi dealership. I had no power steering and was extremely very difficult to steer to make it home.
2014 Audi A6 steering problems
moderate 8 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700 · see steering across all vehicles →
Complaints
8
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$700
When does it fail?
Of the 8 steering complaints filed for the 2014 Audi A6, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
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Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Among the 6 model years of Audi A6 in our records for steering problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
Steering accounts for 20% of all owner complaints filed against this vehicle, across 4 categories tracked.
What owners are reporting 6 most recent
My 2014 a6 Audi resulted in a failure of the electric power steering assist system which cause loss of power steering. It took everything I had to steer it home. I was given a message not to drive and to contact the dealership.
The electronic steering system on my Audi A6 failed without warning, locking my steering wheel in place. A review of on line message boards for Audi owners indicates this is a systemic problem, and has, for some owners, actually locked their steering while driving. This did not happen to me, but prior to locking, my car instantly transitioned from steering with no issues to almost becoming…
This has been the third time my Audi a6 3.0t has been to the dealer since purchasing it as a cpo vehicle for a steering wheel jerk and squeak problem at any speed. It wants to move the steering wheel (since it is electronic) slightly as well as squeak. I believe there has been a recall notice for this problem but my dealer has yet to rectify this problem and many many others have this same…
2014 Audi a6 steering control failed while in motion in a residential area. There was no power steering available to assist in parking the vehicle. The vehicle than informe the driver to stop driving and have the vehicle taken to the dealer. The vehicle was recently serviced in may. The vihicle is not driven hard and only had approximately 36,000 miles.
Steering system failure after driving through a puddle. $4400 repair. Whole steering rack replacement. When steering fails it is harder to steer than a manual truck from the 60's. The vehicle was in motion on a highway but close to an exit. My wife was lucky to not have been hurt.
Had steering trouble with your 2014 Audi A6?
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Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2014 Audi A6?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 8 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Based on the 8 complaints filed, steering issues most often appear around 58,233 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Audi/A6.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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