MYRModel Year Report

1988 Audi 90

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1988 Audi 90
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:44:53.777Z

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
1

Campaigns on file for 1988

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1988: 4 complaints 1988 4 1989: 0 complaints 1990: 3 complaints 1990 1991: 3 complaints 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 16 complaints 1994: 10 complaints 1994 1995: 18 complaints 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 0 complaints
1988: 4 complaints 1988 4 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 3 complaints 1990 1991: 3 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 16 complaints 1993 1994: 10 complaints 1994 1995: 18 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 0 complaints 1997
1988: 4 complaints 1988 4 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 3 complaints 1990 1991: 3 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 16 complaints 1993 1994: 10 complaints 1994 1995: 18 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 0 complaints 1997

1988: 4 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19850
19860
19870
19884
19890
19903
19913
19920
199316
199410
199518
19960
19970

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.

INJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Heater core failed as vehicle wa sentering gas station, windshield became fogged up and driver's right foot was burned by hot coolant.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-09-10

Steering

1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing anti-theft device.

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The anti-theft locking mechanism that engages when the vehicle is shut off, sometimes engages while driving, causing steering to malfunction.the dealer has been contacted.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-10-07

Service brakes

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

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1993-01-29Power train93V006000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1988 Audi 90 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 93V006000 · Power train
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 Audi 90 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 90?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1988 Audi 90 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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