1995 Audi 90: problems, recalls and reliability
3 recalls and 18 owner complaints on record; most reports concern electrical system; the 1994 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Dec 1998
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Consumer has had two replacement ignition switches all of which failed shortly after replacement. *ts a recall was issued regarding the ignition switch and the dealer/manufacturer continued to use defective ignition switches. The consumer had 6 ignition switches replaced. *jb”Owner report · Electrical System · Mar 2006
“The vehicle's electrical system has malfunctioned. A recall has been issued, however the vehicle's VIN number is outside of the remedy scope. Please provide any additional information. *nm”Owner report · Electrical System · May 2004
“When starting vehicle electrical parts, such as power windows or changing signal lights will stop working. Consumer has to shut off, and then turn vehicle back on for these parts to work again. But, presently windows do not work any more.*ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Jul 2001
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“When turning on car blinkers, a/c, will not work, then, consumer has to shut off car , then turn back on. Consumer stated this problem has occurred several times.*ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Aug 2000
“When turning on ignition certain accessories will not work. Consumer has to stop car and restart it. Took to dealer, and they replaced switch under warranty, and consumer had to pay twice. This is the forth time that consumer has had to have an ignition switch put in. Consumer felt audi never fixed the problem. *ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Aug 2000
“The ignition switch failed to start engine when turned on. Instrument panel lights did not come on. Took to dealer & had it replaced. Problem still exists. Took to different dealer & replaced switch again. Ignition switch under recall #96v017000 which had also failed. *ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Jun 1999
“Consumer closed door and buzzer went off. Vehicle would not lock. Dealer took lock apart and found that the spring was broken. *ak”Owner report · Structure · Mar 1999
“The accelerator stuck, and when the brakes were applied the engine continued to rev; and the car went off the road, and landed in a yard between two houses. *ak”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Jul 1997
“Intermittently windshield wipers malfunction, and power locks operate erratically. A recall 96v017000 has been issued on ignition switch. Manufacturer will be notified.*ak”Owner report · Visibility
“Vehicle was bought used by consumer, and dealer claimed recall 96v017000 was performed prior,but part has failed again. *ak there was starter switch recall but the dealer stated that the recall was performed during the previous owner of the vehicle. *yh”Owner report · Electrical System
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 3 campaigns
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DISCHARGE OF STATIC ELECTRICITY UNDER LOW HUMIDITY CONDITIONS CAN ACTIVATE THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WHEN THE DRIVER ENTERS OR EXITS THE VEHICLE AND FORMS AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT BY TOUCHING CERTAIN AREAS OF THE STEERING WHEEL.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A GROUND WIRE ON THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG.
DEFECTIVE IGNITION SWITCHES WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND CAN CAUSE SOME ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES TO MALFUNCTION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V6 ENGINES. AN INTERNAL SEAL OF THE FUEL INJECTOR CAN MALFUNCTION, ALLOWING FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FUEL INJECTORS.
How other years compare
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Is the 1995 Audi 90 reliable?
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 1995 Audi 90. The most complained-about area is electrical system.
Does the 1995 Audi 90 have open recalls?
3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning air bags:frontal. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.