NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Audi A6 Safety Ratings
The 2022 Audi A6 scores 87 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 5 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Audi A6 currently shows five active recall campaigns, a factor all prospective owners should consider. Its NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100 places the vehicle firmly in the Strong safety band. NHTSA crash-test results are excellent across most evaluated categories, and the agency has not logged any owner complaints for this model year.
The 2022 Audi A6 Sedan AWD holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100 and an NHTSA overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on 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 ranks 54 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 87 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 8.9% |
| Recalls on file | 5 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 54 of 90 Sedans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Audi A6?
The 2022 Audi A6 represents a measurable step forward from its immediate predecessor. The NHTSA Safety Index rose three points, from 84/100 in the 2021 model year to 87/100 in 2022, while remaining in the Strong band. That movement is driven largely by a crash protection subscore of 65 out of 70, supported by a clean 5-star overall NHTSA rating. The avoidance tech subscore of 7 out of 10 reflects the standard fitment of forward collision warning and electronic stability control, though the absence of standard lane departure warning holds that figure back. The defect record subscore of 15 out of 20 is where this year carries its most notable burden: five recall campaigns were opened against the 2022 A6, including one addressing an engine control module semiconductor defect that named this sedan specifically alongside the A4, Q5, and Q5 Sportback. That ECM recall, combined with electrical system and infotainment screen campaigns, makes the defect record the primary point of scrutiny for this model year. Zero owner complaints through NHTSA is a genuinely clean figure and contributes positively to the overall picture.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Audi A6 perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Audi A6 achieved an overall 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA. While its frontal crash protection registered at 4 out of 5 stars, the vehicle earned a perfect 5 stars in both side impact and rollover evaluations. The rollover risk was assessed at 9 percent, with a "No Tip" dynamic test result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16555
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Audi A6 have any recalls?
Yes, the 2022 Audi A6 carries five recall campaigns. Components involved include the back-over prevention camera system, the electrical system, the infotainment touchscreen unit, the engine control module tied to a semiconductor issue specific to this model year, and the fuel level sending unit. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is indicated in the available data, but all five campaigns should be verified 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
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)22V368000
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24iH.
Reported 2022-05-23
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?
NHTSA records zero owner complaints for the 2022 Audi A6, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. No top components have been flagged through consumer filings. The absence of complaints is noted, though all NHTSA consumer filings are unverified allegations by nature.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Audi A6?
Shoppers considering this 4-year-old vehicle should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool before purchase. All five recall campaigns, particularly the engine control module and electrical system recalls, must be confirmed as remedied. An unresolved recall does not transfer liability to the buyer but does transfer the problem.
- The 2022 model year carries a specific engine control module recall tied to a semiconductor issue that named the A6 Sedan directly, alongside the A4, Q5, and Q5 Sportback, making ECM remedy verification a priority for this year.
- The Safety Index rose three points year over year, from 84 in 2021 to 87 in 2022, the highest movement in the index breakdown came from crash protection, which scored 65 out of a possible 70 points.
- Five total recall campaigns are attached to this model year, spanning the back-over camera, electrical system, infotainment screen, engine control module, and fuel level sensor, a higher recall count than the index's defect record subscore of 15 out of 20 reflects.
- NHTSA has recorded zero owner complaints against the 2022 A6, meaning no unverified allegations of crashes, fires, injuries, or component failures have been submitted through the federal consumer filing system for this model year.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Audi A6 places
The 2022 Audi A6 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Audi A6 safety questions
Was the 2022 Audi A6 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Audi A6, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 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 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Audi A6 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 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 5 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Audi A6. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Audi A6?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Audi A6. 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 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 16555), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi A6 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 54 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.