1990 Audi 100

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1990 Audi 100
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:42:55.815Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1990: 4 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1985	0
1986	0
1987	0
1988	0
1989	4
1990	4
1991	10
1992	22
1993	18
1994	20
1995	0
1996	0
1998	3
2001	6

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.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 4 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

TIRES

1 of 4 total reports mentions: tires.

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UNIROYAL TIRE FAILED AFTER TWO MONTHS.

NHTSA ODI report, 19961010

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

INTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: interior lighting.

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SHORT IN DASHBOARD LIGHTS CAUSES FUSE TO BLOW FREQUENTLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 19961010

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 19911210 — equipment

THE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT WAS INADVERTENTLY OMITTED FROM PLACARD LOCATED INSIDE THE GAS FILLER DOOR, AS REQUIRED BY FMVSS 11O.

Remedy: NEW LABELS CONTAINING THE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT WILL BE AFFIXED TO THE VEHICLES.

Campaign 91V156000 — 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 19940307 — PE (closed 19940719)

INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT

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

1990 Audi 100 — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 91V050000 (equipment) has been completed.
Verify recall 91V156000 (equipment) has been completed.
Verify recall 93V006000 (power train) has been completed.
Verify recall 97V172000 (air bags) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1990 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 1990 Audi 100?

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

How many recalls does the 1990 Audi 100 have?

4 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.