2025 Audi Q6 E-TronRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

“The central locking and keyless proximity systems suffered a catastrophic electronic malfunction. The vehicle completely auto-locked itself from the outside while the vehicle's smart keys, the driver's mobile phone, and a [XXX] child were all inside the cabin. The proximity sensors entirely failed to detect that the key was inside the vehicle, preventing any outside handle access or proximity unlocking. The occupant was temporarily trapped inside the vehicle. The manufacturer is currently holding the vehicle under an active repair order for related backordered high-voltage and electronic control modules from Germany, but has historically lacked a permanent fix for these door latch/locking software failures.”

“My 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron has repeated intermittent door-lock/door-release failures affecting multiple doors. Doors have failed to open from both inside and outside. I am concerned this could prevent or delay occupant egress in an emergency. The vehicle has been presented to Audi [XXX] repeatedly for this concern: XXX and XXX. Repairs have primarily involved software updates. During the August visit, Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC #XXX) became involved due to the repeat concern. Audi directed the dealer to reinstall the KD2* software update and update four additional control modules. The vehicle was returned XXX. The problem immediately recurred: XXX - Driver door did not release normally from inside. XXX - Driver door again did not open normally from inside. XXX - Right-rear passenger door would not open from inside. XXX - Driver door would not open from inside (video available). XXX - Front passenger door would not open from outside. XXX - Front passenger door again would not open from outside. At the end of the same journey, it also failed to open normally from inside and required THREE pulls of the interior handle. The vehicle also has recurring…”

“I am reporting a severe, life-threatening safety defect involving the central locking system, electronic door latches, and the Multi Media Interface (MMI) control system on my vehicle. While driving, the vehicle has experienced multiple simultaneous malfunctions that pose an immediate risk of injury or fatality to passengers and other motorists: 1. Unintended Door Opening While Driving: The passenger-side vehicle door has popped open completely on its own while the vehicle is in motion at normal driving speeds and was caught by the safety latch. 2. Unintended Fuel/Charge Door Opening: The exterior fuel/charge door unlatches and opens on its own while driving. 3. Passenger Entrapment: The central locking and latching system glitched to the point where a passenger was physically trapped inside and completely unable to exit the car. The authorized dealership service department has diagnosed and confirmed these exact issues across three separate repair visits. The official manufacturer work orders explicitly state: "Door open while driving (replaced door latch)," "Fuel door open while driving found faults in MMI," and Passenger unable to exit car (Updated…”