MYRModel Year Report

1989 Audi 100

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1989 Audi 100
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:43:21.923Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Audi 100 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 4 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1991: 10 complaints 1991 1992: 22 complaints 1993: 18 complaints 1993 1994: 20 complaints 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1998: 3 complaints 1998 2001: 6 complaints 2001
1989: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19850
19860
19870
19880
19894
19904
199110
199222
199318
199420
19950
19960
19983
20016

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY

1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility.

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WINDOWS FOG OVER AND THE DEFROSTER ONLY MAKES THE PROBLEM WORSE.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980126

POWER TRAIN

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.

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DIFFERENTIAL LEAKED OIL INTO THE TRANSMISSION WHICH DAMAGED THE GEARS. *AK A RECALL WAS ISSUED RELATED TO THE PROBLEM THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE EXPERIENCED BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED DUE TO VIN. *NM

NHTSA ODI report, 20031211

POWER TRAIN

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.

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SPEEDOMETER FAILED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000508

EQUIPMENT

1 of 4 total reports mentions: equipment.

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FAN MOTOR FAILED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19961231

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19910417 — equipment

INSTRUCTION LABEL IN THE TRUNK OF VEHICLE IS INCORRECT FOR THE JACK SUPPLIED WITH THE VEHICLE.

Remedy: SUPPLY INSERT TO OWNER'S MANUAL NOTING CORRECT USAGE, AS WELL AS A CORRECTED INSTRUCTION LABEL FOR THE TRUNK.

Campaign 91V050000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19930129 — power train

THE DIFFERENTIAL OIL OF THE TRANSAXLE IS LOST OVER TIME DUE TO EVAPORATION. LOW OIL LEVELS CAUSE PREMATURE BEARING AND GEAR WEAR AND EVENTUAL FAILURE OF THE DIFFERENTIAL.

Remedy: DRAIN AND REPLACE THE DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL WITH OIL HAVING HIGHER PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS.

Campaign 93V006000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19940719 — EA (closed 19950728)

INADVER.AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT

R 19971013 — air bags

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME AIR BAG SENSORS DO NOT COMPLY WITH AUDI'S DURABILITY STANDARDS OVER THE LIFETIME OF THE VEHICLE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AIR BAG SENSOR CONTROL MODULE.

Campaign 97V172000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Audi 100 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 91V050000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 93V006000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 97V172000 (air bags) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Audi 100 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1989 Audi 100?

The most-reported component is visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:heater core, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Audi 100 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.