Audi 100 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 9 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Audi 100, across 4 model years (1995–2001). The 2001 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Audi 100 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 100 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Audi 100 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Audi 100 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 100 | 6 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1998 100 | 3 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1996 100 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 1995 100 | 0 | 2 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Audi 100 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2001 (6), 1998 (3). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Audi 100?
Power Train, with 3 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Audi 100 have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.