NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Audi A6 Allroad Safety Ratings
The 2022 Audi A6 Allroad scores 88 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 4 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
Zero owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad. This absence of direct owner safety concerns supports a strong overall crash-test profile. Four recall campaigns are on record for this model year. The 2022 A6 Allroad earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 88/100, placing it in the Strong band.
The 2022 Audi A6 Allroad holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 88 out of 100 and an NHTSA overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars, sourced from federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad ranks 50 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 88 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 8.9% |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 50 of 90 Sedans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad?
The 2022 Audi A6 Allroad registers a Safety Index of 88 out of 100, a one-point gain over the 2021 model year's 87, both sitting in the Strong band. That incremental improvement is modest but consistent, and the index breakdown reveals where the score is anchored: crash protection contributes 65 of a possible 70 points, reflecting the NHTSA five-star overall rating and the near-clean sweep of the individual test categories. The avoidance-tech score of 7 out of 10 reflects that forward collision warning and electronic stability control are standard equipment, while lane departure warning is absent, a gap that trims points from the maximum possible avoidance-tech contribution. The defect record component scores 16 out of 20, shaped by four recall campaigns that span electrical system faults, an infotainment display unit, a fuel gauge sending unit, and a back-over camera system. None of these campaigns carry the most severe consumer-action language, and the complete absence of NHTSA owner complaints for this model year is an unusually clean complaint record. Taken together, the 2022 A6 Allroad's safety profile is defined by strong structural performance, a small but real recall footprint, and no reported consumer harm allegations on file.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Audi A6 Allroad received an overall 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA, with 5-star ratings in both side and rollover protection. The rollover risk was assessed at 9 percent, with a dynamic tip test confirming no tip. Frontal protection was rated at 4 out of 5 stars, marking the sole category that prevented a perfect crash-protection score.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16553
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad have any recalls?
Yes, four recall campaigns cover the 2022 A6 Allroad. They address: a back-over prevention camera sensing system, two separate electrical system issues including one tied to the instrument panel fuel gauge and sending unit, and an infotainment touchscreen and monitor unit. No do-not-drive or park-outside-only directive appears in the available campaign descriptions, but owners should verify remedy status by VIN.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA25V900000
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
Reported 2025-12-19
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM22V861000
Risk: A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.
Reported 2022-11-21
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT22V806000
Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
Reported 2022-10-26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT22V155000
Risk: An inaccurate fuel reading may cause an engine stall due to lack of fuel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new sensor in the tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DN.
Reported 2022-03-14
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad?
NHTSA has received zero owner complaints for the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad. No components have been flagged, and no incidents involving crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been alleged. This absence of unverified consumer allegations is itself a notable data point for this model year.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad?
Four recall campaigns have been issued for the 2022 A6 Allroad, a notable volume for its model year. Prospective owners should verify the completion of all recall remedies via NHTSA's VIN lookup tool, particularly those concerning the electrical system and camera functionality, before acquisition.
- The 2022 model year carries four distinct NHTSA recall campaigns covering the back-over camera system, two electrical system concerns, and the infotainment touchscreen unit, making VIN-specific recall verification a necessary step for used-market buyers.
- NHTSA recorded zero owner complaints for the 2022 A6 Allroad, an unusually clean consumer-allegation record that distinguishes this specific model year from many competitors in its class.
- The frontal crash-test result of 4 out of 5 stars is the single area where the 2022 A6 Allroad falls short of a perfect NHTSA showing, while side and rollover categories each achieved the maximum 5 stars.
- Lane departure warning is not standard on the 2022 A6 Allroad, which directly limits the avoidance-tech component of the Safety Index to 7 out of a possible 10 points, a year-specific factor shoppers focused on active-safety technology should weigh.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad places
The 2022 Audi A6 Allroad qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Audi A6 Allroad safety questions
Was the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 88 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 8.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Audi A6 Allroad. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other A6 Allroad years
Rivals in Sedan (2022)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16553), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi A6 Allroad 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 50 of 90 in the Sedan class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.