1997 Audi Quattro
Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1997: 11 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 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
3 of 11 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
Engine and engine cooling
3 of 11 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and gasoline.
Show complaint excerpts
Heater stopped working-heater core checked and found to be okay. Thermastat replaced. Water pump found to be non-functional and replaced. Problem not solved. Head gaskets replaced and found cracked head.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-18
Also filed under Equipment
Service brakes
2 of 11 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Suspension
2 of 11 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing macpherson strut and lower arm.
Steering
1 of 11 total reports mentions: steering.
Show complaint excerpts
While driving down the road the vehicle went to the left and the steering locked up, the driver lost control of the vehicle, causing the driver to hit the media in the road. The brakes locked up, and the vehicle has ABS brakes.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-03-17
Also filed under Air bags and service brakes, hydraulic
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1997 Audi Quattro — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1997 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 1997 Audi Quattro?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1997 Audi Quattro have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.