2010 Audi A6 / S6 / RS6 Audi A6 / S6 / RS6 2010

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2010 Audi A6 / S6 / RS6 repairs by problem area

Engine (58%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (4%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (4%)

Chart based on 45 repairs.
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2010 Audi A6 / S6 / RS6 engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (13%)

$1000 - $2499 (29%)

$500 - $999 (21%)

$100 - $499 (8%)

< $100 (29%)

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Chart based on 24 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2010 Audi A6 / S6 / RS6 4dr Wagon

supercharged 300hp 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

70000 mi

US $93
The auxiliary radiator was leaking and had to be replaced. Checked cooling system for leaks, discovered pin hole leak in radiator. Pressure test cost $93. 
149500 mi

US $15
Since purchasing with approximately 143,000 miles, the engine has used a *lot* of oil, a quart every 670-900 miles(!) A mechanic friend suggested adding Seafoam to the engine oil, which I did for approximately 200 miles before changing the oil. We'll see if it helps. 
151500 mi

US $400
Two (plastic!) coolant bleeder screws were broken and leaking near the supercharger. Had to be tapped out, remnants of plastic in threads removed, and new screws installed. After the repair, oil usage increased dramatically (1 qt every 200 miles or less!). Couldn't get back to shop to have them address for a few months, then went on a one-month long trip during which the car just sat. After sitting for that month, oil consumption has fallen to nearly 900 miles last time I checked. Quite bizarre! 
156000 mi

US $2000
Car was hemorrhaging coolant from a gasket under supercharger. Had intake valves cleaned while the supercharger was off.  
82000 mi Head gasket replacement. 
98000 mi

US $500
95000 Major service 
88000 mi

US $1500
Oil gasket leaks found in 2 places.  Turbo charger needed replacement. 

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2010 Audi A6 / S6 / RS6 4dr Sedan

supercharged 300hp 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

28500 mi

US $3000
Timing chain broke at 28,000 miles. Chain, tensioner, and several other parts of the engine had to be replaced. Repair took over one month as parts had to be ordered from Germany. Timing Chain Tensioner broke, had to replace timing chain, all tensioners and various other engine components. Repair took 30 days to finish because parts shortage Failed gasket near timing chain from repair. Several quarts of oil leaked all over my driveway. Transmission shifted hard as well. 
30200 mi Car was producing a raw gas smell in the cabin routinely. Mechanics could find now fault. Problem persists. 
73000 mi

US $500
Replace thermostat and water pump. 
101000 mi Timing cover gaskets parished, so oil leaking into spark plugs and causing misfire. Replaced both gaskets and all spark plugs. 
82000 mi

US $650
Faulty thermostat and line 
103000 mi

US $1700
During routine oil change oil leak was discovered in oil filter housing. Replaced valve cover gaskets, resealed upper timing chain covers, replaced oil filter housing, and intake gaskets. 
480 mi Power steering hose ruptured and drained out all fluid; dealer replaced hose. 
67100 mi

US $4800
Cam tensioner broke 
68700 mi

US $1600
Broken cross pipe leading to thermostat malfunction. 

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2010 Audi A6 / S6 / RS6 4dr Sedan

435-horsepower 5.2L V10 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

57700 mi

US $450
Vacuum hose failed and needed to be replaced. Was causing check engine light, which indicated that the engine was running lean. 
58000 mi

US $1700
Replaced intake manifold and breather hose 
77000 mi

US $650
Replaced cracked coolant expansion tank. 

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2010 Audi A6 / S6 / RS6 4dr Sedan

255-horsepower 3.1L V6 7-speed shiftable CVT FWD

100000 mi

US $1100
Radiator fan/AC Fan and fan control module replaced. Also replace drive belt an tension pulley. 
111000 mi

US $950
Replace water pump and thermostat. 
115000 mi Replace tensioner and serpentine belt. 

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