1984 Audi 5000 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 1984 Audi 5000 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.

The most-reported problem area is Visibility (3 reports).

5Recalls
4Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your 5000?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1984 Audi 5000 recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline

Recall 89V006Jan 17, 198935,000 vehicles affected

Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control

Recall 87V170Oct 28, 198757,000 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Recall 87V157Oct 6, 198725,000 vehicles affected

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift

Recall 87V008Jan 3, 1987251,102 vehicles affected

Most common 1984 Audi 5000 problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Visibility3
Power Train1
Steering1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Vehicle Speed Control1

What owners report

1999-10-29, Visibility
HEATER CORE EXPLODED CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY WHEN SMOKE CAME THROUGH VENTILLATION. MJS
1997-02-27, Vehicle Speed Control
OWNER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED FOR NO REASON, CAUSING HIGH RPM AND AN INCREASE IN VEHICLE SPEED. *AK
1996-08-20, Steering
REPLACED POWER STEERING PUMP 8 TIMES, ALSO REPLACED POWER BRAKES. *AK
1995-05-18, Power Train
TRANSMISSION REBUILT DUE TO LINKAGE FAILURES. *SKD

1984 Audi 5000 questions

Does the 1984 Audi 5000 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1984 Audi 5000: Fuel System, Gasoline; Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly; Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1984 Audi 5000?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (3), Power Train (1), Steering (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1984 Audi 5000 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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