1998-2004 Audi A6: Reliability
Updated: 11/23/08
2004 Audi A6/allroad quattro
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- Price Range: $3,100 - $32,600
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Our reliability study for this generation Audi A6 includes details on average repair costs, manufacturer recalls, and everything you need to know to gauge the long-term reliability of this generation Audi A6 .
Trouble Spots
Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search
for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested
solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer,
however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.
Climate control:
The heated steering wheel may not heat up or may not stay warm. (1998-99)
Cruise control:
The cruise control fails to hold the set speed due to vacuum servo failure. (1995)
Fuel gauge:
The fuel gauge is inaccurate. (1999)
Fuel gauge:
Fuel gauge on Quattro models may stick on full or empty if any one of the three sending units malfunctions. (1998-00)
Paint/body:
The front bumper is low and several owners have complained of damage on parking curbs. (1998-99)
Power seats:
The driver's power seat stops working because the electronic module loses its memory. (1998)
Rough idle:
Dirty throttle body bore and throttle control module commonly cause rough or low idle. (1998-01)
Windows:
Sun visor mounting screw could chaffs wire and blows fuse to power windows, dome light, alarm system, and power seat memory. (1998)
Windshield:
The windshield may leak near the top edge. (1998)
Consumer Guide® Estimated Repair Costs
This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The
dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the
typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement
costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership
to be slightly higher.
| Item Name | Repair Cost |
| A/C Compressor | $780 |
| Alternator | $465 |
| Automatic Transmission or Transaxle | $1,100 |
| Brakes | $745 |
| Clutch, Pressure Plate, Bearing | $800 |
| Constant Velocity Joints | $2,310 |
| Exhaust System | $775 |
| Radiator | $670 |
| Shocks and/or Struts | $1,600 |
| Timing Chain or Belt | $290 |
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