MYRModel Year Report

1985 Audi 5000

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1985 Audi 5000
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:11:55.571Z

Only 14 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 14 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 5000 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1985 highlighted. 1980: 1 complaints 1980 1981: 1 complaints 1982: 2 complaints 1982 1983: 1 complaints 1984: 4 complaints 1984 1985: 14 complaints 1985 1986: 15 complaints 1986 1987: 11 complaints 1988: 1 complaints 1988 1989: 0 complaints 1990: 0 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1991
1985: 14 complaints
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YearComplaints
19801
19811
19822
19831
19844
198514
198615
198711
19881
19890
19900
19910

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

4 of 14 total reports mention: power train.

CRASH INJURY
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DIFFERENTIAL FAILURE PRIOR TO RECALL (93V-006),CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT/INJURIES. *SKD

NHTSA ODI report, 19950525

DIFFERENTIAL FAILED TWICE, ONCE CAUSING VEHICLE TO LOCK UP, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT/INJURIES. *SKD

NHTSA ODI report, 19950511

VISIBILITY

2 of 14 total reports mention: visibility.

VISIBILITY

2 of 14 total reports mention: visibility.

STRUCTURE

2 of 14 total reports mention: structure.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19850731 — EA (closed 19871223)

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES

I 19860319 — DP (closed 19860623)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

I 19860530 — EA (closed 19890926)

HYDRAULIC FLUID LEAKS

I 19860530 — EA (closed 19860818)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

I 19860805 — C (closed 19890711)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

R 19861009 — fuel system, gasoline

MISADJUSTMENT OF FUEL DISTRIBUTOR ALLOWS FUEL TO ESCAPE AND BE ABSORBED BY THE AIR FILTER.

Remedy: INSTALLATION OF AN AIR FILTER MODIFICATION KIT TO PRECLUDE FUEL LEAKS.

Campaign 86V103000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19870213 — power train

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.

Campaign 87V008000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19870217 — vehicle speed control

THE IDLE STABILIZER MAY EXPERIENCE EXCESSIVE WEAR, CAUSING ENGINE IDLE FLUCTUATIONS, USUALLY DESCRIBED AS ENGINE SURGE, WHICH INCREASE WITH USAGE OF THE CAR.

Remedy: REPLACE IDLE STABILIZATION VALVE.

Campaign 87V009000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19871006 — fuel system, gasoline

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.

Campaign 87V157000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19880212 — vehicle speed control

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.

Campaign 87V170000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19890123 — fuel system, gasoline

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.

Campaign 89V006000 — 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

R 19960410 — service brakes, hydraulic

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.

Campaign 96E006000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1985 Audi 5000 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 86V103000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V008000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V009000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V157000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V170000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 89V006000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 93V006000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 96E006000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 1985 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 1985 Audi 5000?

The most-reported component is power train:driveline:differential unit, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1985 Audi 5000 have?

8 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.