1999 Audi Quattro
Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 21
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1999: 21 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 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
6 of 21 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Electrical system
5 of 21 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and fuses and circuit breakers.
Steering
4 of 21 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing tie rod assembly and linkages.
Engine and engine cooling
3 of 21 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing emission control and engine.
Fuel system, other
2 of 21 total reports mention: fuel system, other, most commonly citing fuel gauge system.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1999 Audi Quattro — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 4 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1999 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 1999 Audi Quattro?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Audi Quattro have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.