NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Audi A6 Allroad Safety Ratings
The 2025 Audi A6 Allroad scores 94 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 1 recall, and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Audi A6 Allroad achieves an Exceptional rating with a NHTSA Safety Index of 94/100. This places it among the highest-performing vehicles in our assessment. Its defect record is notably strong, with only one recall issued and a single owner complaint reported to NHTSA. The available federal data indicates robust performance across all measured safety dimensions for this model year.
The 2025 Audi A6 Allroad received a NHTSA Safety Index of 94/100 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 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Audi A6 Allroad ranks 36 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 94 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 8.9% |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 36 of 90 Sedans tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Audi A6 Allroad?
The 2025 Audi A6 Allroad holds its Safety Index at 94/100, matching the 2024 model year exactly and sustaining the Exceptional band for a second consecutive year. That stability is meaningful: it reflects no deterioration in any of the three scored pillars. Crash protection contributes 65 of a possible 70 points, driven by a five-star overall NHTSA rating that is anchored by perfect scores in side and rollover testing. The 4-star frontal result is the one constraint on that sub-score. Avoidance technology earns a full 10 out of 10, supported by forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all arriving as standard equipment rather than optional add-ons. The defect record sub-score of 19 out of 20 reflects the single recall campaign, which addresses a rearview camera sensing system shared across a wide Volkswagen Group portfolio. With only one owner complaint on file, and none of those allegations involving a crash or injury, the 2025 model year presents a very clean safety profile by every federal data point available.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Audi A6 Allroad perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Audi A6 Allroad achieved a 5 out of 5 star overall safety rating from NHTSA. While its side impact and rollover protection each earned 5 stars, with rollover risk assessed at 9 percent and no dynamic tip, the frontal crash rating of 4 out of 5 stars prevented a clean sweep of perfect scores across all categories.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20598
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Audi A6 Allroad have any recalls?
The 2025 Audi A6 Allroad carries one recall: a back-over prevention issue involving the rearview camera sensing system, issued by Volkswagen Group of America under a broad 2019-2026 multi-model campaign. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is associated with this campaign based on available data.
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Audi A6 Allroad?
NHTSA has logged one owner complaint for this model year, citing unverified allegations touching two components: Visibility/Wiper and Forward Collision Avoidance. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged in that single report. These remain unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Audi A6 Allroad?
The 2025 A6 Allroad comes with a critical safety alert regarding its rearview camera system, which has prompted a recall. Purchasers of this model should verify through the NHTSA recall lookup tool whether this specific recall has been addressed. An unaddressed recall remains with the vehicle, underscoring the importance of confirming the remedy before acquisition.
- The 2025 model year Safety Index of 94/100 is unchanged from 2024, confirming the Exceptional band has held across both years with no regression in crash protection, avoidance tech, or defect record scoring.
- NHTSA's frontal crash test returned 4 out of 5 stars for this model year, the only rating below perfect in an otherwise five-star sweep that includes side, rollover, and overall scores.
- The sole 2025 recall targets the back-over prevention camera sensing system under a broad Volkswagen Group campaign spanning 2019 through 2026 models, meaning remedy parts and procedures should already be established at authorized dealers.
- Only one owner complaint has been filed with NHTSA for this model year, alleging concerns with Visibility/Wiper systems and Forward Collision Avoidance, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths in that unverified report.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Audi A6 Allroad places
The 2025 Audi A6 Allroad qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Audi A6 Allroad safety questions
Was the 2025 Audi A6 Allroad crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Audi A6 Allroad, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 94 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Audi A6 Allroad crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 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 2025 Audi A6 Allroad have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2025 Audi A6 Allroad. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Audi A6 Allroad?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2025 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 (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Cadillac CT5 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Subaru Impreza | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20598), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi A6 Allroad 2025.
- 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 36 of 90 in the Sedan class for 2025.
- 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.