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NHTSA Crash Test Results
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Frontal Crash:
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Rating:
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Driver
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Not Tested
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Passenger
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Not Tested
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Side Crash:
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Rating:
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Front Seat
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Not Tested
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Rear Seat
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Not Tested
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Rollover Resistance:
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Rating:
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Rollover Resistance
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Not Tested
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The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) provides 3
different ratings -
full-width frontal crash test
,
side impact crash test
, and
rollover resistance
. The frontal crash test indicates how
well the safety features and restraints
will protect an occupant in a head-on
collision. The side-impact test conveys
the chance of a severe chest injury,
while the rollover resistance rating
estimates the risk of rolling over in a
single vehicle crash.
Go to
NHTSA
to learn more about these results.
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IIHS Crash Test Results
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Low-Speed Damage Repair
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Front Crash
Description:
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Front Crash Cost:
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Front into flat barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Front into angle barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Rear Crash
Description:
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Rear Crash Cost:
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Rear into flat barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Rear into pole
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Not tested by IIHS
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Average Damage Per
Test
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Not tested by IIHS
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Insurance Institute for Highway
Safety (IIHS) conducts four 5
mph crash tests to assess bumper
performance. These results
convey how well this
2003 AUDI A6 3.0 QUATTRO AWD
bumpers will protect the car
body from damage in low-speed
collisions.
Low-speed damage repair
costs are obtained from
the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety,
Highway Loss Data
Institute.
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Injury, Collision, & Theft
Indicators
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The Insurance Institute for Highway
Safety (IIHS) does not provide injury,
collision or theft information for this
2003 AUDI A6 3.0 QUATTRO AWD
.
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Index:
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Score:
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Rating:
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Injury Index
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No data from HLDI
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No data from HLDI
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Collision Index
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No data from HLDI
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No data from HLDI
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Theft Index
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No data from HLDI
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No data from HLDI
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These scores are stated
in relative terms, with
100 being the average
for all cars in each
category. Scores greater
than 100 represent
higher risk in each
category. For example,
an injury indicator
score of 122 means that
a passenger in this
model is 22% more likely
to be injured in an
accident.
Injury,
collision, and
theft indicators
are provided by
the Insurance
Institute for
Highway Safety,
Highway Loss
Data Institute.
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Safety Recalls
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NHTSA Safety Recalls:
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Important: The following recalls were issued for the
2003 AUDI A6 3.0 QUATTRO AWD
by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA).
To find out if a specific
2003 AUDI A6 3.0 QUATTRO AWD
still has open recalls that require repair, CARFAX recommends contacting an
authorized dealership
for more information.
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Recall date:
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11-18-2002
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Units potentially affected:
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170
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NHTSA campaign number:
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02V275000
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Defective part or component:
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AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
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Description:
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ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3-SPOKE SPORT STEERING WHEELS, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE IGNITER FOR THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY ASSEMBLED. AN IMPROPERLY POSITIONED IGNITER WILL NOT ACTIVATE THE AIR BAG IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AIR BAGS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 18, 2002. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
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Recall date:
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07-26-2004
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Units potentially affected:
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172,866
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NHTSA campaign number:
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04V133000
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Defective part or component:
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
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Description:
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On certain passenger vehicles, if a driver's knees push against the knee bolster (crash element) located under the dashboard, it can contact the headlight switch wiring harness, and an electrical short could occur. A fire could originate in the left dashboard area. Dealers will install a protective covering on the knee bolster (crash element). In addition, the wiring harness as well as the felt protector on the left side of the dashboard carrier will be checked, and replaced if necessary. The recall began on July 26, 2004. Owners should contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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74,000
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NHTSA campaign number:
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06V017000
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Defective part or component:
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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Description:
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On certain vehicles produced from September 2002 - March 2003, equipped with 1.8L turbo, 2.8L V6, or 3.0L engines, a change in the electrical motor components in the fuel pump can lead to an inoperative fuel pump and, ultimately, stoppage of fuel supply to the engine causing it to stall. If fuel flow to the engine is interrupted, the vehicle could stall without warning and thus present a potential risk of crash. Dealers will install new fuel pumps free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about March 31, 2006. Owners may contact VW at 1-800-222-8987 or Audi at 1-800-822-2834.
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This 2003 AUDI A6 3.0 QUATTRO AWD safety recall information was provided by the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety, Highway Data Loss Institute and is derived from the
National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration
list of safety recalls. Please call the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration Auto Safety Hotline at
1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236) to report safety defects or to obtain information on
cars, trucks, child seats, and highway or traffic safety. CARFAX does not review,
validate or edit the information and statements provided by the National Highway
Traffic and Saftey Administration, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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J.D. Power Ratings
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J.D. Power and Associates uses selected highlights from the firm's quality and
customer satisfaction syndicated studies
to create the Power Ratings at the model-level. These ratings and awards are based on
model rankings within each vehicle segment, whereas Power Circle Ratings compare all
models across segments.
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Identifix Reliability Ratings
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Category:
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Comments:
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Rating:
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Engine
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An occasional problem on this vehicle, on the 3.0 L engines only, is oil leakage from the seals and gaskets of the Camshaft Adjusters. An occasional problem on this vehicle, on the 2.7 L engines only, is oil leakage from the Turbo Return Pipe Gasket. The cost to repair the oil leakage from the Camshaft Adjuster Seals is estimated at $28.00 for parts and $338.00 for labor for one side. The cost to repair the oil leakage from the Turbo Return Pipe Gasket is estimated at $12.00 for parts and $130.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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Transmission & Driveline
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Steering & Suspension
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Brakes
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Heating & Air Conditioning
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Starting & Charging
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Accessories
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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This
2003 AUDI A6
reliability
information was provided by Identifix.
Identifix is the nation's largest technical
support service for the aftermarket auto repair
industry. CARFAX does not review, validate or edit
the information and statements provided by Identifix,
which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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Original Manufacturer Warranty
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Coverage:
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Years/Mileage:
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Basic
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4 years or 50,000 miles
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Drivetrain
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4 years or 50,000 miles
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Emissions
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2 years or 24,000 miles
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Corrosion
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12 years with Unlimited mileage
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Transferable
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Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered.
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Roadside Assistance
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Roadside assistance is covered for 4 years or unlimited miles.
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Safety Belt & Inflatable Restraint
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No data from source
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Specific Components
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8 years or 80,000 miles
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Notes:
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Manufacturer covers emissions components under basic warranty. Emissions coverage may vary by state. Refer to owners manual for specific details. Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered. Free manufacturer regular scheduled maintenance. Roadside assistance for 4 year/Unlimited
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This 2003 AUDI A6 3.0 QUATTRO AWD warranty information
has been provided by J&L Warranty Pros.
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New Car Test Drive Review
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Summary:
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Precise handling, excellent ride, great interior.
By John Matras and Mitch McCullough, NewCarTestDrive.com
Audi A6 is a brilliant luxury sports sedan. It comes with a beautifully detailed interior that's just as comfortable for long trips as it is for the morning stop-and-go. Steering, handling, braking are all excellent. They are balanced well with a smooth, firm ride quality. A6 3.0 is the softest, RS 6 is the firmest, but none of them is harsh. Acceleration performance depends on the model, ranging from quick, to very quick to blistering.A new A6 is on the horizon, however, so be alert for deals. |
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Overview:
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Precision engineering, attention to detail and high levels of quality make the Audi A6 an excellent alternative to the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and BMW 5 Series models. Audi buyers tend to be more on the cutting edge and more willing to be different and A6 delivers the goods. It stands out with its Bauhaus style. Most A6 models come with Audi's Quattro all-wheel-drive system giving them a major traction advantage over BMW and Mercedes models, most of which are rear-wheel drive. One of the most popular models, however, is the front-wheel-drive A6 3.0, which delivers a smooth ride, responsive performance, and a sumptuous interior. The A6 3.0 comes with Audi's latest V6 engine and its excellent CVT automatic, a smooth, responsive and efficient combination. It's fitted with traction control, anti-lock brakes, and Audi's superb safety engineering. At the other end of the spectrum is the new high-performance RS 6 with lightning-fast passing performance from a 450-horsepower twin-turbo V8. Punch it and the RS 6 delivers world-class performance, 0 to 60 in less than 4.6 seconds, Autobahn stability at triple-digit velocities. Even more impressive: It motors around town with the smooth ride and easy demeanor of a refined luxury car. In between is a host of models that are a joy to drive, including the sporty 2.7 T and the powerful 4.2. They all share crisp steering and finely honed handling. All come with beautifully finished and highly functional interiors. Avant wagons offer cargo capacity with sports sedan handling and a luxurious ride. There isn't a dog in the bunch, so choosing one comes down to personal preferences.
Read the complete
2003 Audi A6 review
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