MYRModel Year Report

1991 Audi 90

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1991 Audi 90
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:33:08.526Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1991

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

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

1991: 3 complaints

View as data table
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.

Seat belts

1 of 3 total reports mentions: seat belts.

Show complaint excerpts

Driver's side restraint locked, not extracting or extending. Dealer has replaced the restraints.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-06-07

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

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This fuel line leak was discovered by my mechanic during an inspection of the exhaust. The line is located between a heat shield and the body of the car. Mechanic mentioned that there is the possibility of future leaks in the same area.

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-01-18

Electrical system

1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

While driving, electrical sys. Wire harness front shorted, caused fan to burn out, vehicle overheated and caught fire. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-17

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1992-04-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-08-03 Transmission failures
  2. R
    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 →

  3. I
    1994-07-19Engineering analysisClosed 1995-07-28 Inadver.air bag deployment
  4. R
    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1991 Audi 90 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 93V006000 · Power train
  • Recall 97V172000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1991 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 1991 Audi 90?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Audi 90 have?
2 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.