CarRecallWatchThe 1990 Audi 80 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (8 reports).
1990 Audi 80 recalls
Most common 1990 Audi 80 problems
Problem areas named in the 9 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 8 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
What owners report
WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH THE FRONT WHEELS LOCKED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE TRANSAXLE SEIZED. *AK *NM
THERE IS AN IGNITION PROBLEM. THERE IS A SCREECHING SOUND THAT OTHER OWNERS OF LATER AUDI MODELS HAVE ALSO COMPLAINED ABOUT. APPARENTLY THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE LATER MODELS, BUT I AM NOT AWARE OF ONE FOR THAT. HTTP://WWW.BBA-REMAN.COM/AUTO-MINE/AUDI/AUDIA6_IGNITION_SWITCH_PROBLEM.HTM
THERE IS LEAKAGE IN SEAL OF THE FRONT AXLE SHAFT. I FEAR THAT IF IT CONTINUES THEN IT COULD CAUSE A BIG STEERING FAILURE
CONSUMER NOTICED DRIPPING OF GAS TANK. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER WHO STATED THAT LEAK CAUSED BY RUST AT TOP OF FUEL TANK.*AK
BEARINGS AND SEALS MALFUNCTIONED CAUSING LEAKAGE. NLM
1990 Audi 80 questions
Does the 1990 Audi 80 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1990 Audi 80: Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Power Train:Axle Assembly; Steering:Column Locking:Anti-Theft Device. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Audi 80?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (8), Electrical System (2), Air Bags (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1990 Audi 80 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.