1992 Audi 100

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1992 Audi 100
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:42:54.962Z

Only 22 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 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Audi 100 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1992 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 1992 1993: 18 complaints 1993 1994: 20 complaints 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1998: 3 complaints 1998 2001: 6 complaints 2001
1992: 22 complaints
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YearComplaints
19850
19860
19870
19880
19894
19904
199110
199222
199318
199420
19950
19960
19983
20016

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 22 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 22 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 22 total reports mention: power train.

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TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED WHILE TRAVELLING AT HIGHWAY SPEED. *TW

NHTSA ODI report, 19950622

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 22 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

EQUIPMENT

2 of 22 total reports mention: equipment.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 22 total reports mention: electrical system.

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WHEN PUT KEY IN IGNITION AND TURNED IT THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM THE IGNITION. *UAK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960502

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19930129 — service brakes, hydraulic

THE BLADES IN THE BRAKE VACUUM BOOSTER PUMP CAN WEAR PREMATURELY, CAUSING REDUCED BRAKE ASSIST PRESSURE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS APPLIED.

Remedy: REPLACE THE BRAKE VACUUM BOOSTER PUMP WITH A NEWLY DEVELOPED BRAKE VACUUM BOOSTER VALVE ASSEMBLY.

Campaign 93V007000 — 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

I 19991028 — PE (closed 20000331)

FUEL SUPPLY LINE LEAK

R 20020710 — equipment

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. AN ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITOR CONTAINED IN THE AMPLIFIER FOR EACH REAR SPEAKER COULD LEAK AN ELECTROLYTE, WHICH MAY IN TIME AND IN THE PRESENCE OF HUMIDITY, CA

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AMPLIFIERS FOR THE REAR SPEAKER ASSEMBLIES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 10, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE A

Campaign 01V324000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1992 Audi 100 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 93V007000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 97V172000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 01V324000 (equipment) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1992 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 1992 Audi 100?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 9% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 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.