RS6 Rear Sunshade Malfunction: Fix & Shop Advice Needed

Having experienced a similar issue with my 2012 S6, the sun blind motor failure is a known weakness in these models. The rear window sun blind system often fails due to either a broken motor or damaged linkage mechanism. Last year, the repair involved replacing the complete sunshade assembly, including the motor unit and guides. The technician found that debris had entered the mechanism, causing the motor to burn out. While not a major mechanical concern for the car itself, the repair is fairly complex as it requires partial removal of the rear deck to access the sun blind components. The error message typically indicates either a blown fuse, faulty wiring, or a failed motor. In my case, the power window visor motor had completely seized. When testing, there was no response or humming sound when pressing the controls. This is not a quick DIY job as it requires specialized diagnostic equipment to reset the system after repair. While not a critical safety issue, a broken sun protection system can make driving uncomfortable, especially during summer months. The repair should be handled by a workshop familiar with these interior accessory systems, as incorrect installation can lead to binding issues or damage to the headliner.

Thanks for your input on the RS6 sunshade repair. Your experience sounds very similar to my situation. Just wondering, can you remember roughly what the total repair cost came to? And has everything been working smoothly with your car blind system since the fix? Been getting different quotes from workshops so trying to figure out what a fair price would be for this kind of interior accessory repair.

I had the sun blind repaired by a certified mechanic last month, and the total came to 330 Euro for replacing the defective motor unit. The car interior is now back to perfect working condition, the rear window sun protection system moves smoothly without any error messages. This repair cost was actually reasonable considering the complexity of accessing the sun blind mechanism. The UV protection feature works flawlessly now, and I can operate the sunshade without any of the previous grinding noises or jamming issues. Since having the car blind fixed, I have used it daily without any problems. The mechanic mentioned these power sunshade repairs typically last for years when done properly. At 330 Euro, while not cheap, it was worth fixing rather than leaving the sun blind permanently stuck and getting error messages on the dashboard.

Thanks everyone for your advice. I finally got the RS6 sun blind fixed last week, and wanted to share my experience. Found a specialist who really knew these car sunshade systems, total bill came to 380 Euro including parts and labor. The mechanic showed me the old motor was completely seized up. There was also some debris caught in the mechanism just like others mentioned. The UV protection system now works perfectly, no more error messages and the sunshade moves smoothly. Took about 4 hours total for them to replace the motor and realign the interior accessory components. Definitely glad I went with a shop that specializes in these systems rather than going back to my previous mechanic. The thorough work was worth the extra cost compared to some cheaper quotes I got. For anyone else facing similar sun visor issues, investing in proper repair by someone who knows these systems is definitely the way to go. Really happy to have this sorted before summer hits.