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ProblemsByVin File / 2021-AUDI-RS-6-AVANT
2021 · audi

audi RS 6 Avant problems

0 safety recalls. 4 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
9.2 / 10

Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2021 RS 6 Avant · steering
Loss of electrical power while cruising on the interstate at 65 mph. There was a series of warning messages, YELLOW colored malfunctions such as "Sport differential malfunction", "electric system malfunction". Then RED colored warning message "Electric system: Malfunction!…
11/13/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11554925.0
2021 RS 6 Avant · electrical
The last few times I've started my car, the instrument cluster takes multiple minutes before it turns on, while the yellow check engine and red warning lights flash repeatedly.
07/06/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11472477.0
2021 RS 6 Avant · visibility
The rear camera on the car repeatedly does not work. The car has been to the dealership for replacement parts several times with the problem recurring. The rear camera does not work most days. In addition, the other cameras have failed repeatedly resulting in safety systems…
01/17/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11636422.0
2021 RS 6 Avant · electrical
The generator cut off and the car coasted to a stop. The generator on these vehicles is failing on almost every single one.
01/04/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11500066.0

Common questions

Is the 2021 Audi RS 6 Avant reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 9.2 out of 10 based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2021 Audi RS 6 Avant is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2021 Audi RS 6 Avant?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my Audi RS 6 Avant has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2021 Audi RS 6 Avant?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 4 complaints on file, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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