1990 Audi Quattro Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1990 Audi Quattro (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1990 Audi Quattro. The part named most often is vehicle speed control, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by engine cooling (1) and equipment (1). NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
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.
- Engine cooling1 20%
- Equipment1 20%
- Seat belts1 20%
Example complaints
Vehicle speed control: “Failure of recalled throttle part. Kd recall NHTSA campaign id #96v084000 was performed on 08/01/96. On 08/10/98 this new improved cruise control bushing failed, while the engine throttle was in the full open position. The cruise control rod, attached to the throttle quadrant and now broken bushing, became jambed between the transmission housing and the throttle cable support assembly. The auto remained in the full throttle position, with the speed aproaching 80 MPH, in 3 lanes of moderate 35 MPH traffic. …”
NHTSA complaint #710832, filed 1999-09Equipment: “This complaint refers to existing campaign id 01v324000, my vehicle has same leaking capacitators in rear speakers, which cause a fire hazard, as vehicles in the recall but my model year was excluded from recall.”
NHTSA complaint #766003, filed 2002-08Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 90V069000Apr 10, 1990Seats › Front assembly › ReclinerCovers: Audi Quattro 1990
A securing clip on the outside of hinges of the left and right front seat back may not be properly seated due to interference with seat covering material.
- 90V070000Apr 10, 1990Steering › Column locking › Anti-theft deviceCovers: Audi Quattro 1990, 90 1990, 80 1990
Improperly manufactured steering lock bolts could break if driver applies excessive force to a locked steering wheel in an attempt to disengage the steering lock.
Recall details for the 1990 Audi Quattro → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1990 Audi Quattro.
Other model years of the Audi Quattro
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 12 | 60,300 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 11 | 34,500 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 7 | 47,138 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 21 | 60,498 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1998 | 9 | 77,426 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1997 | 11 | 71,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1996 | 6 | 138,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 6 | 106,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 5 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1990 Audi Quattro have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1990 Audi Quattro as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1990 Audi Quattro is reported most often?
Vehicle speed control is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 1.
Has the 1990 Audi Quattro been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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.