1990 Audi 90
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.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1990
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1990: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 4 |
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 3 |
| 1991 | 3 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 0 |
| 1997 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
2 of 3 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing ignition and 12v/24v/48v battery.
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Battery exploded, after starting the vehicle ignition coil had a crack. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-11
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing delivery.
Air bags
1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags, most commonly citing sensor/control module.
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Recall repair not completed due to lack of parts (97V-172). Mjs
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-11-29
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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1990-04-06Steering90V070000 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.
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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.
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1994-03-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-07-19 Inadvertent air bag deployment
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1994-07-19Engineering analysisClosed 1995-07-28 Inadver.air bag deployment
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1997-10-13Air bags97V172000 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.
Buy-smart checklist
1990 Audi 90 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
- Air bags: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 90V070000 · Steering
- Recall 93V006000 · Power train
- Recall 97V172000 · Air bags
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 electrical system, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1990 Audi 90 have?
- 3 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.