✅ Fixed
DL501 S tronic mechatronic unit developing fault. Replaced under extended Audi warranty. Also fluid service with OEM fluid. Total dealer cost $0.
Audi A6 2016 S tronic shudder and fault lights
Audi
A6
2016
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Severity Level
Medium
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Safety Impact
Indirect risk — worth monitoring, not urgent
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S tronic dual clutch shudder. Transmission warning light. 55000 miles. This fault code is stored when the engine control unit detects a specific fault condition. Common causes include sensor failures, wiring faults, and component wear. Always read additional fault codes before replacing parts — multiple codes together provide a clearer diagnosis. Clear the code after repair and test drive to confirm the fault does not return.
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Audi A6
Possible: DL501 S tronic mechatronic unit developing fault. Replaced under extended Audi warranty. Also fluid service with OEM fluid. Total dealer cost $0.
Repair / Solution
Based on 76 driver confirmations
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No commonly reported misdiagnoses for this fault yet. If you have replaced a part that did not fix this Audi A6 2016 problem, submit a wrong diagnosis report — it helps other drivers avoid the same costly mistake.
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