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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN WAUL2AF27KN023848 · Checked Aug 8, 2026
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WAUL2AF27KN•••••• 2019 Audi A6

This build draws 3.1× more complaints than the average 2019 Audi A6 build (11 vs 4).

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113on the model
32builds in total
Most reported Electrical System 7 Power Train 2 Engine 2 Exterior Lighting 1

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Electrical System Oct 2024
Audi is aware of the starter-alternator issue which is documented in Audi's Emissions Service Action Code: 27BQ dated 4/30/24. Audi didn't communicate this to the effective users until October 2024. I personally experienced the defect in my starter-alternator on 10/21/24 and…
Power Train Dec 2022
While driving my 2019 Audi A6 Premium Plus I received error messages: "electrical system malfunction contact service", then "start stop system malfunction contact service", then "electrical system malfunction stop vehicle safely". I went on an Audi owner internet forum and read…
Unknown Or Other Nov 2022
Multiple warnings indicating to contact dealer (Lane departure, adaptive cruise control, collision avoidance, etc) then 1 minute later transmission failure and engine failure imminent.... Pull over immediately and contact dealer. I turned into a road off main highway within a…
Engine May 2019
Every single EA839 Audi Engine has piston skirt and cylinder scoring
Electrical System Feb 2023
The contact owns a 2019 Audi A6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number 22V155000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN WAUL2AF27KN023848 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.