1984 Audi 4000 Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 98,726miles, 2 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 21 mpgcombined, 1.8L 4-cyl · 19 city / 24 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1984 Audi 4000 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1984 Audi 4000. The part named most often is fuel system, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by brakes (1) and electrical system (1). 2 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 98,726 miles. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the hoses, lines/piping, and fittings filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Fuel system2 40%
- Brakes1 20%
- Electrical system1 20%
- Seats1 20%
- Body and structure1 20%
Example complaints
Fuel system: “The consumer smelled gas coming from the vehicle. The consumer examined the vehicle and discovered the fuel rail was leaking gas which in turn leaked onto the driveway and down the fuel lines. (this was a huge fuel leak and was under pressure when the vehicle was in motion)”
NHTSA complaint #10082042, filed 2004-08, 99,800 milesBrakes: “The contact owns a 1984 Audi 4000. The fuel and brake lines began leaking underneath the vehicle. The fuel line failed in july of 2004. The clamps that secure the lines beneath the vehicle failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer in 2004 and wanted $1,000 to replace the fuel line. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 120,000 and failure mileage was 97,653.”
NHTSA complaint #10221945, filed 2008-03, 97,653 milesMileage when problems were reported
0% of the 2 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 97,653 and 99,800 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1984 Audi 4000 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4000 | 1.8L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,800 |
| 4000 | 1.8L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| 4000 S quattro | 2.2L 5-cyl | 5-speed manual | 16 | 20 | 18 | $3,700 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 85V099000Jul 30, 1985Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Audi 4000 1984, 5000 1983–1984, Volkswagen Quantum 1983–1984 +1 more
Under adverse weather conditions, outer rubber layer of brake hoses may become brittle and develop cracks. Consequence of defect: cracks could lead to loss of brake fluid resulting in an increase in stopping distance and possibly an accident.
Recall details for the 1984 Audi 4000 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- DP870021979-86 audi 4000 sudden accelerationClosed · Oct 30, 1986
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1984 Audi 4000.
Other model years of the Audi 4000
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | 5 | 98,726 | 1 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1984 Audi 4000 have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1984 Audi 4000 as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1984 Audi 4000 is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by brakes with 1.
Has the 1984 Audi 4000 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1984 Audi 4000 get?
The EPA rates the 1984 Audi 4000 (4000, 1.8L 4-cyl) at 21 mpg combined, 19 city and 24 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,200 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1984 Audi 4000 reported?
Among the 2 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 98,726 miles and the middle half falls between 97,653 and 99,800 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.