NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2022 Audi RS 6 Avant Safety Record
The 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, leaving its structural crash performance unevaluated in federal records. Consequently, no Safety Index score or star ratings are available for this model year. The vehicle's recall and complaint record is notably light, with two recall campaigns identified, both addressing the back-over camera sensing system. Zero owner complaints have been logged with NHTSA, presenting a narrow but not alarming safety profile based on the available data.
The 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries two recalls addressing the back-over prevention camera system, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant?
The 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant has no record of owner complaints with NHTSA. This model year also sits in the lightest recall and complaint burden band, indicating a minimal federal record. Its two recalls center on a single system: the rear camera. This component is essential for back-over prevention; a compromised camera can reduce a driver's ability to detect objects or pedestrians behind the vehicle. Neither recall, however, escalated to a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory. NHTSA has not crash-tested the RS 6 Avant for any model year.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant have any recalls?
Both recalls on the 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant address the same safety system: the back-over prevention sensing camera. One campaign covers a broad range of Volkswagen Group and Audi models from 2019 through 2026; the second specifically names the 2022 RS 6 Avant among other 2021 and 2022 Audi models. Neither campaign carries a park-outside or do-not-drive directive based on the data provided. Owners should verify open-recall status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
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
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA21V825000
Risk: A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.
Reported 2021-10-20
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant?
NHTSA records zero owner complaints for the 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant, meaning no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been reported to the agency for this model year. There are no top complaint components to identify. As with all NHTSA complaint data, any future reports would represent unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant?
A critical safety check for any prospective owner of a 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant involves confirming the status of its two back-over camera recalls. Before purchase, the vehicle's VIN should be run through nhtsa.gov to ensure these safety actions have been completed. This is crucial for addressing potential safety issues on the road.
- The 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so no star ratings or Safety Index score exist for this specific model year.
- Both of the two recalls on record for this model year target the back-over prevention sensing camera, a system designed to help drivers detect objects behind the vehicle.
- NHTSA shows zero owner complaints filed for the 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant, leaving no reported component failures or safety allegations on record for this year.
- Prospective buyers should use the VIN-specific recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to determine whether the camera recall work has been performed on any individual vehicle before purchase.
FAQ2022 Audi RS 6 Avant safety questions
Was the 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Audi RS 6 Avant. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi RS 6 Avant 2022.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- 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.