MYRModel Year Report

1988 Audi 5000

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1988 Audi 5000
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:11:58.947Z

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

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 1 total report mentions: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE
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A SMELL OF GAS AROSE, PARKED THE VEHICLE AND LOOKED BACK AT THE VEHICLE, A FIRE STARTED IN THE GRILL IN THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990108

SAFETY TIMELINE

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 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

I 19920803 — EA (closed 19930209)

TRANSMISSION FAILURES

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

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1988 Audi 5000 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 87V157000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 89V006000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 93V006000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 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 1988 Audi 5000?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1988 Audi 5000 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.