2003 Audi RS6 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RS6 years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 43 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Audi RS6. The most reported problem area is suspension (31 complaints, 72%), typically at around 40,250 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 43owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Audi RS6 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 31 | 72% | 40,250 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 12% | 65,870 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 7% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 2% | 29,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 2% | 59,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 2% | 139,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Audi RS6 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly
Problem: Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2001-2004 audi a6, model year 2002-2003 s6 and model year 2003 rs6 vehicles equipped with 4.2l engines and manufactured from june 19, 2001, through june 8, 2004. The aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve combined with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line to the rollover valve nipple may lead to cracking of the nipple. If this happens, a fuel leak may result.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire.
Fix: Dealers will reinforce the nipple on the rollover valve to prevent leakage or repair the cracking at the nipple. The recall is expected to begin during june 2011. Owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Electrical system
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, if a driver's knees push against the knee bolster (crash element) located under the dashboard, it can contact the headlight switch wiring harness, and an electrical short could occur.
Risk: A fire could originate in the left dashboard area.
Fix: Dealers will install a protective covering on the knee bolster (crash element). In addition, the wiring harness as well as the felt protector on the left side of the dashboard carrier will be checked, and replaced if necessary. The recall began on july 26, 2004. Owners should contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2003 Audi RS6. The contact stated that after adding fuel to the vehicle, he noticed that fuel had leaked, and there was a puddle of fuel on the ground on the rear driver's side of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred…
This was not a blizzak lm-25. It was a blizzak lm-60. Twice within a year, i've had my rear tire tread completely separate from the beads, splitting all the way around on the inner and outer sidewalls. The first time was on the passenger rear while driving on the freeway at 75 mph. It blew off and…
FUEL TANK LEAK FROM TIP OVER VALVE. THERE IS A RECALL ON IT. AUDI RECALL 20L8/JY WAS PERFORMED ON 5/16/2012. BUT THE VALVE STARTED LEAKING AGAIN RECENTLY. I CALLED AUDI OF AMERICA (AOA) THEY HAD ME TAKE THE CAR TO AUSTIN NORTH AUDI DEALER FOR CONFIRMATION AND TAKING PHOTOS. AFTER THE DEALER…
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 audi rs6. The contact stated that the vehicle was shaking and was difficult to maneuver without warning. The failure occurred on the daily basis. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the front and back shocks absorber, the tubing and the valve…
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 audi rs6. The contact stated that while driving over a bump at approximately 20 mph, the vehicle bounced violently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who informed the contact that the hydraulic system was leaking. The vehicle was in the process of being…
Other Audi RS6 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 43 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Audi RS6?
Owners most often report suspension, fuel system, gasoline, power train problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 31 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Audi RS6?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Audi RS6 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RS6 model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.