This factory service and repair manual for the 2005 Audi A6 Quattro is built around this exact year, engine and trim combination, including the 3.2L V6 (BKH) and 4.2L V8 (BNK), so the specifications and procedures inside match what Audi published for your car and not a generic A6 reference.
Engines covered
- 3.2L V6 — DOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline
- 4.2L V8 — DOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline
- 3.0L V6 — DOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline
Body styles covered
- 4-door sedan
Trims covered
- Base
- Elite
Known issues on the 2005 A6 Quattro. Three recalls are on federal record for this model year, and all three concern the passenger frontal air bag inflator module. Two of them describe an inflator that may rupture, sending metal fragments toward vehicle occupants and risking serious injury or death; the third describes a possible inflator explosion with the same fragment-strike risk. No complaints or technical service bulletins are logged for the year. The factory diagnostic and repair procedures behind the air bag system and every other system on this car are here.
Whether you're addressing the passenger air bag module or working through a routine service interval, it keeps you on the OEM procedure and the correct specification for your specific 2005 A6 Quattro.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2005-2008 Audi A4 Sedan, A4 Avant, S4 Avant and S4 Sedan, 2007-2008 RS4 Sedan, 2004 RS4 Cabriolet, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2005-2011 A6 Sedan, 2006-2011 A6 Avant, an
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag with an alternate remedy part, free of charge. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer servi
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet, S4 Cabriolet, A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Audi A4, and 2005-2011 Audi A6 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Caro
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer servic
Audi Delivery Guidelines.
Audi Delivery Guidelines.
This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
Inside the Rings | Volume 12, Spring 2023
In conjunction with the New Mexico DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 389 Audi owners in the State of New Mexico on March 13, 2023.
In conjunction with the Massachusetts DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,907 Audi owners in the State of Massachusetts on March 13, 2023.
In conjunction with the Colorado DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,174 Audi owners in the State of Colorado on February 13, 2023.
Takata recall and 3G turndown
Showing the 8 most recent of 380 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
