This page covers 2 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2011 Audi S6.
16 mpg combined
14.7 L/100km
Midsize Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2011 Audi S6 has 2 recalls, both involving the front passenger airbag inflator, which can explode and send sharp metal fragments into the cabin, causing serious injury or death.
Both recalls address the same defect in the passenger-side frontal airbag inflator. If the airbag deploys, the inflator can rupture rather than inflate normally, scattering metal fragments toward the driver and passengers.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may explode during a crash. The inflator's propellant can degrade after prolonged exposure to humidity and temperature changes, causing it to rupture.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger front air bag module with a new one at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may explode during a crash due to propellant breakdown from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator at no charge when parts become available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
