MYRModel Year Report

1984 Audi 5000

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1984 Audi 5000
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:39:01.104Z

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
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 1984

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1980: 1 complaint 1980 1981: 1 complaint 1982: 2 complaints 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 4 complaints 1984 4 1985: 14 complaints 1986: 15 complaints 1986 1987: 11 complaints 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 0 complaints 1990: 0 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints
1980: 1 complaint 1980 1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 2 complaints 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 4 complaints 1984 4 1985: 14 complaints 1985 1986: 15 complaints 1986 1987: 11 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 0 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1991
1980: 1 complaint 1980 1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 2 complaints 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 4 complaints 1984 4 1985: 14 complaints 1985 1986: 15 complaints 1986 1987: 11 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 0 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1991

1984: 4 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19801
19811
19822
19831
19844
198514
198615
198711
19881
19890
19900
19910

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, most commonly citing heater core.

Vehicle speed control

1 of 4 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
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Owner was in an accident because the vehicle accelerated for no reason, causing high RPM and an increase in vehicle speed.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-02-27

Steering

1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing pump.

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Replaced power steering pump 8 times, also replaced power brakes.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-08-20

Service brakes

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

Power train

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

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Transmission rebuilt due to linkage failures.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-18

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1985-07-31Engineering analysisClosed 1987-12-23 Engine compartment fires
  2. I
    1986-03-19Defect petitionClosed 1986-06-23 Sudden acceleration
  3. I
    1986-05-30Engineering analysisClosed 1986-08-18 Sudden acceleration
  4. I
    1986-08-05CClosed 1989-07-11 Sudden acceleration
  5. R
    1987-02-13Power train87V008000 Sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive.

    Remedy: Install an automatic shift lock to prevent the transmission shift lever from being moved from park to reverse or drive unless brake pedal is applied at the same time.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  6. R
    1987-10-06Fuel system, gasoline87V157000 Repeated topping off of fuel tank during refueling reduces the expansion space within the tank allowing vapors to escape from the charcoal filter to outside rather than being inducted into the engine.

    Remedy: Install redesigned filler neck and a new vent valve and hose for charcoal filter. Also, stop refueling when pump nozzle shuts off.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  7. R
    1988-02-12Vehicle speed control87V170000 Malfunctions of internal components of idle control unit could cause idle stabilizer valve to become activated outside its normal operating range.

    Remedy: Install latest specification idle control unit.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  8. R
    1989-01-23Fuel system, gasoline89V006000 Fuel injection seals may harden, due to high temperature and alcohol in some fuels, and allow fuel to escape into the engine compartment.

    Remedy: Replace engines fuel injector seals with improved seals plus improvements designed to better insulate the engine against fire risk.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  9. R
    1996-04-10Service brakes, hydraulic96E006000 These brake hose assemblies have inadequate crimps attaching the hose to the hose fittings and could cause the hose and fitting to separate.

    Remedy: These brake hose assemblies will be replaced.

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  10. R
    Date not on fileService brakes, hydraulic85V099000 Under adverse weather conditions, outer rubber layer of brake hoses may become brittle and develop cracks.

    Remedy: Replace brake hoses as necessary.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1984 Audi 5000 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Steering: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 85V099000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 87V008000 · Power train
  • Recall 87V157000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 87V170000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 89V006000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 96E006000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1984 Audi 5000 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 1984 Audi 5000?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1984 Audi 5000 have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.