1993 Audi 90

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1993 Audi 90
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:44:01.092Z

Only 16 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 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1993: 16 complaints

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

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

6 of 16 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing fan and cooling system.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

5 of 16 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel injection system.

FIRE

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CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE (98-V332) ON FUEL INJECTORS AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER TO HAVE THE RECALL PERFORMED AND THEY INSTALLED FUEL INJECTORS AND A FUEL LINE, AFTER INSTALLATION THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *YH

NHTSA ODI report, 20011206

VISIBILITY

4 of 16 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and exterior.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and switch.

FIRE

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DRIVING ABOUT 40MPH WHEN VEHICLE STARTED TO DECELERATE. PULLED TO SIDE. SMOKE CAME FROM UNDER HOOD & FILLED INSIDE OF VEHICLE. OWNER EXITED VEHICLE & THEN SPARKS APPEARED & THEN FLAMES DROPPING FROM RADIATOR. FIRE DEPT ARRIVED & PUT FLAMES OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 19971106

WIRE HARNESS AT THE TRUNK LID (L.H.S) . WHERE IT HINGES , WIRES TEND TO BREAK THERE AND SHORT WHICH CONTROLS THE BRAKE LIGHTS, BLINKERS, REVERSE LIGHTS, DASHLIGHTS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20080614

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

3 of 16 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

I 19980123 — PE (closed 19980518)

UNDERHOOD FIRES

I 19980518 — EA (closed 19981223)

UNDERHOOD FUEL FIRES

R 19990409 — fuel system, gasoline

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V6 ENGINES. AN INTERNAL SEAL OF THE FUEL INJECTOR CAN MALFUNCTION, ALLOWING FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FUEL INJECTORS.

Campaign 98V332000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1993 Audi 90 — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (6 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for visibility issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 97V172000 (air bags) has been completed.
Verify recall 98V332000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1993 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 1993 Audi 90?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1993 Audi 90 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.