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Audi RS 6 Avant Safety
NHTSA safety across every Audi RS 6 Avant model year we cover.
Across the 4 model years of the Audi RS 6 Avant we cover (2021 to 2024), no year has an NHTSA crash-test score on record. 6 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Audi RS 6 Avant is a high-performance luxury wagon occupying a rarefied niche in the US market, aimed squarely at enthusiasts who want supercar-level performance wrapped in a practical, family-friendly body. Sold here from the 2021 model year onward after a long absence, it competes in the premium performance estate segment against a very short list of rivals. Its buyer is affluent, performance-minded, and expects both engineering sophistication and real-world usability.
The 2021-2024 Audi RS 6 Avant lacks federal crash-test validation, presenting a notable gap for safety-conscious buyers. NHTSA has not assessed this vehicle, leaving no star rating or Safety Index score available. This absence of data should be weighed seriously, irrespective of the vehicle's integrated safety technology. Recall activity for the RS 6 Avant is significant, with six recalls issued across the covered model years. For a vehicle with its price point and limited production volume, this number is meaningful. Prospective owners must confirm that all open recalls have been rectified through an authorized Audi dealer. Owner complaints are low, with only four filings to NHTSA across the entire range. These complaints report zero crashes, zero fires, zero injuries, and zero deaths. However, the RS 6 Avant's restricted sales volume in the US likely contributes to this low complaint total. Therefore, the minimal number of complaints should not be interpreted as a comprehensive indicator of problem-free ownership. The RS 6 Avant carries a substantial recall history without independent federal crash-test validation. Verify recall status prior to any purchase.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the RS 6 Avant as one of the most compelling performance vehicles available in any body style, praising its blend of extraordinary straight-line and cornering performance with genuine everyday practicality. Most consider it overqualified for the wagon segment in the best possible way, though they consistently note its premium pricing places it in a very exclusive, self-selecting market.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the RS 6 Avant for any model year from 2021 through 2024, so there are no federal star ratings or Safety Index scores available to help evaluate its structural crash protection.
- Six recalls have been issued across the 2021 to 2024 model years. Any prospective buyer should run the vehicle's VIN through NHTSA's recall database and confirm all outstanding recalls have been completed by an authorized Audi dealer before finalizing a purchase.
- Only four owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA across the entire covered range, with no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths reported among them. However, the RS 6 Avant's small US sales volume means complaint data is statistically limited and should not be treated as a comprehensive safety signal.
- Because this model lacks federal crash-test data, shoppers who prioritize independently verified occupant protection may want to investigate whether Euro NCAP or other international testing bodies have evaluated related Audi platforms, and factor that context into their decision.
Most-recalled year on record: 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant with 2 recalls.