1990 Audi Quattro
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1990
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1990: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1993 | 3 |
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2009 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 5 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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While driving the vehicle had unwanted acceleration and overriding the braking system. Had to turn off the engine in order to stop due to a broken rod between the cruise control and the throttle control.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-05-28
Seat belts
1 of 5 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing anchorage.
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The front passenger seatbelt is cracked and no longer functions. Please explain. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-20
Equipment
1 of 5 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing radio/tape deck/cd etc..
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This complaint refers to existing campaign id 01V324000, my vehicle has same leaking capacitators in rear speakers, which cause a fire hazard, as vehicles in the recall but my model year was excluded from recall.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-23
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system.
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The exhaust hanger broke . Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-01
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1990-04-04Seats90V069000 A securing clip on the outside of hinges of the left and right front seat back may not be properly seated due to interference with seat covering material.
Remedy: Realign seat covering material where interference is present.
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
1990 Audi Quattro — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
- Equipment: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 90V069000 · Seats
- Recall 90V070000 · Steering
FAQ
- Is the 1990 Audi Quattro 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 Quattro?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1990 Audi Quattro 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.