MYRModel Year Report

1990 Audi 90

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1990 Audi 90
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:21:41.453Z

Only 3 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 3 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 90 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1990 highlighted. 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 4 complaints 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 3 complaints 1990 1991: 3 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 16 complaints 1993 1994: 10 complaints 1995: 18 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1997: 0 complaints 1997
1990: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19850
19860
19870
19884
19890
19903
19913
19920
199316
199410
199518
19960
19970

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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BATTERY EXPLODED, AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE IGNITION COIL HAD A CRACK. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950511

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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BATTERY EXPLODED, AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE IGNITION COIL HAD A CRACK. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950511

AIR BAGS

1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags.

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RECALL REPAIR NOT COMPLETED DUE TO LACK OF PARTS (97V-172). MJS

NHTSA ODI report, 19991129

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19900406 — steering

IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED STEERING LOCK BOLTS COULD BREAK IF DRIVER APPLIES EXCESSIVE FORCE TO A LOCKED STEERING WHEEL IN AN ATTEMPT TO DISENGAGE THE STEERING LOCK.

Remedy: REPLACE COMPLETE STEERING LOCK ASSEMBLY, INCLUDING A MODIFIED LOCK BOLT.

Campaign 90V070000 — 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

I 19940307 — PE (closed 19940719)

INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT

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

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1990 Audi 90 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 90V070000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 93V006000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 97V172000 (air bags) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1990 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 1990 Audi 90?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:delivery, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1990 Audi 90 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.