1991 AUDI 100
4 recalls, 11 complaints - 6 TSBs
01V324000 Oct 10, 2001
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. AN ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITOR CONTAINED IN THE AMPLIFIER FOR EACH REAR SPEAKER COULD LEAK AN ELECTROLYTE, WHICH MAY IN TIME AND IN THE PRESENCE OF HUMIDITY, CAUSE AN UNWANTED CONDUCTIVE PATH.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN THE AMPLIFIER OVERHEATING AND A POTENTIAL FIRE RISK.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AMPLIFIERS FOR THE REAR SPEAKER ASSEMBLIES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 10, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
97V172000 Oct 6, 1997
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME AIR BAG SENSORS DO NOT COMPLY WITH AUDI'S DURABILITY STANDARDS OVER THE LIFETIME OF THE VEHICLE.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT THE SENSOR SHOULD MALFUNCTION, THE AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAN INADVERTENTLY DEPLOY. DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM WITHOUT WARNING COULD CAUSE A DRIVER TO LOSE VEHICLE CONTROL.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AIR BAG SENSOR CONTROL MODULE.
93V006000 Jan 11, 1993
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
THE DIFFERENTIAL OIL OF THE TRANSAXLE IS LOST OVER TIME DUE TO EVAPORATION. LOW OIL LEVELS CAUSE PREMATURE BEARING AND GEAR WEAR AND EVENTUAL FAILURE OF THE DIFFERENTIAL.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF FAILURE, THE VEHICLE'S DRIVE WHEELS COULDLOSE POWER. IN EXTREME CIRCUMSTANCES, THE FRONT WHEELS LOCK, CAUSING RAPIDDECELERATION RESULTING IN POSSIBLE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DRAIN AND REPLACE THE DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL WITH OIL HAVING HIGHER PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS.
91V050000 Apr 2, 1991
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT
Defect Description
INSTRUCTION LABEL IN THE TRUNK OF VEHICLE IS INCORRECT FOR THE JACK SUPPLIED WITH THE VEHICLE.
Consequence
INCORRECT USE CAN RESULT IN THE JACK COLLAPSING, WITHINJURY TO INDIVIDUALS UNDER OR NEAR VEHICLE DURING COLLAPSE.
Remedy
SUPPLY INSERT TO OWNER'S MANUAL NOTING CORRECT USAGE, AS WELL AS A CORRECTED INSTRUCTION LABEL FOR THE TRUNK.
Complaint Statistics
11 total complaints
3 crashes 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
AIR BAGS
Feb 17, 2005
Incident date: Feb 2, 2005
THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT COLLISION ACCIDENT DUE TO THE BRAKES NOT OPERATING. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT AS WELL. MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BY CONSUMER. *NM
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Feb 17, 2005
Incident date: Feb 2, 2005
THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT COLLISION ACCIDENT DUE TO THE BRAKES NOT OPERATING. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT AS WELL. MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BY CONSUMER. *NM
Crash
1 injured
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Jan 1, 2004
Incident date: Aug 1, 1998
BOSCH FUEL DISTRIBUTOR SENSOR PLATE FAILURE, WHICH IS LOWER HALF OF UNIT. CAR STALLS, FLOODS, CREEPS, LOOSES ALL POWER, WILL NOT ACCEL OVER 20 MPH. MUST PURCHASE ENTIRE UNIT FOR OVER $1,500 USD TO REPAIR.*AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Nov 19, 2002
THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HAS A PLASTIC PART CONNECTED TO IT WHEN THIS PART BREAKS OFF THE ENTIRE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HAS TO BE REPLACED. *YH
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Dec 3, 2001
Incident date: Nov 15, 2001
NHTSA RECALL 01V324000/ MANUFACTURER'S RECALL LM CONCERNING SPEAKER AMPLIFIER. REAR AMPLIFIER SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY. ALSO CONSUMER CALLED MANUFACTURER ABOUT VEHICLE AND RECALL, AND MANUFACTURER STATED RECALL EFFECTED ONLY 1992 MODELS AND OLDER. CONSUMER STATED HIS VEHICLE WAS HAVING SAME PR... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 11, 2000
WHEN DRIVING AND UPON DEPRESSING ACCELERATOR PEDAL FOR NO APPARENT REASON VEHICLE WILL LOSE ALL POWER UNEXPECTEDLY, CAUSING VEHICLE TO GO INTO A DRIFT DUE TO SUDDEN DECREASE IN SPEED. ENGINE CONTINUED REVVING WITHOUT ANY FORWARD MOVEMENT. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, DEALER UNABLE TO DETERMIN... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 24, 1999
Incident date: Jun 25, 1999
THE CAR IS CURRENTLY NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. ON JUNE 25TH I DROVE THE CAR FOR 40 MINUTES ON THE HIGHWAY. WHEN I EXITED THE HIGHWAY, THE ENGINE WOULD RACE WHEN I CAME TO A STOP LIGHT. THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED AND THE CAR WAS AT A COMPLETE STOP, BUT THE ENGINE WOULD RACE SO THAT THE SPEEDOMETER REGISTERED 5... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Dec 22, 1998
Incident date: Dec 18, 1998
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION BROKE DOWN WITH LESS THAN 40,000 MILES, WITHOUT ANY KIND OF WARNING. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED WITH A REBUILT TRANSMISSION BY THE DEALERSHIP (SUNSET IMPORTS). *AK.*YH
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Aug 31, 1998
Incident date: May 25, 1998
INTERMITTENTLY WHEN SLOWING DOWN THE VEHICLE STALLS AND DIES, RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. THE DEALER HAS REPAIRED THE VEHICLE, BUT THE PROBLEM STILLS EXISTS. *AK DEALER RESET THROTTLE POSITION ADAPTION AND REPLACED THE IDLE STABILIZER VALVE, STALLING HAS NOT OCCURRED ANYMORE. *SLC
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 20, 1997
Incident date: Jan 1, 1997
SHORT IN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, CAUSING COMPUTER/GAS GAUGE/WARNING BUZZER/RADIO TO FAIL. *AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Dec 6, 1995
THE CONSUMER IS HAVING TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS.PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1991 AUDI 100
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 5-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 22.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,400 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1991 AUDI 100
6 manufacturer communications from 6 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 1 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 1 |
SM 44-2017 EN
Jun 28, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
ATE-17-05
Mar 3, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified
SB-01-15-29
Jul 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
AUDI: ENGINE, ON SOME VEHICLES, WOULD RUN IRREGULARLY OR HAVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON OR POSSIBLE FILTER ELEMENT FOR CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT VALVE CAN LOOSEN AND IN OIL CIRCUIT, THERE IS NO DAMAGE FROM LOOSENED PARTICLES. MODEL AL
AUD4927ENG
Jul 10, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Due to new Minnesota state regulations regarding biofuels, biodiesel blends of B5 or less may not be available in the State of Minnesota.
Update91i8
May 13, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
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20056243
Feb 26, 2007
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER. *KB
NHTSA Safety Investigations, AUDI 100
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE99065
Opened: Oct 28, 1999 , Closed: Mar 31, 2000
FUEL SUPPLY LINE LEAK
There is no summary currently available
EA98011
Opened: May 18, 1998 , Closed: Dec 23, 1998
UNDERHOOD FUEL FIRES
COMPLAINANTS ALLEGE THAT UNDERHOOD FUEL FIRES OCCUR WHILE DRIVING
PE98003
Opened: Jan 23, 1998 , Closed: May 18, 1998
UNDERHOOD FIRES
COMPLAINANTS ALLEGE THAT UNDERHOOD FIRES OCCUR WHILE DRIVING
EA94026
Opened: Jul 19, 1994 , Closed: Jul 28, 1995
INADVER.AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
There is no summary currently available
PE94023
Opened: Mar 7, 1994 , Closed: Jul 19, 1994
INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
There is no summary currently available
AUDI 100 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the AUDI 100 across all model years (1973, 1996).
32
Total Recalls
122
Total Complaints
5
Investigations
7
Reported Crashes
8
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
AUDI 100 - Year by Year
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