2013 Audi S6
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Audi S6 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 7 on record.
2013 Audi S6 at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2013 Audi S6 recalls 3
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi S6 and S7 vehicles equipped with 4.0L engines. Due to manufacturing tolerance issues, a fuel line may leak fuel.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The safety recall is planned to begin in late October 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this campaign is 20U6/L8.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
Fix: Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2013 Audi S6 common problems
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.
2013 Audi S6 MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
What's a 2013 Audi S6 worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2013 Audi S6 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($40,731) with the same model 5 model-years older ($16,799), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2013 Audi S6 trims & engines on record
2013 Audi S6 vehicles on record
Other Audi S6 model years
2013 Audi S6 — frequently asked questions
Does the 2013 Audi S6 have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2013 Audi S6. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Audi S6?
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, fuel/propulsion system.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Audi S6 get?
The 2013 Audi S6 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (17 city / 27 highway).
How much is a 2013 Audi S6 worth?
Comparable 2013 Audi S6 listings run roughly $27,990–$58,000, typically around $40,731 (from 7 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.