1999 Audi Quattro Problems
- Complaints
- 21filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 60,498miles, 10 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1999 Audi Quattro (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 21 consumer complaints for the 1999 Audi Quattro. The part named most often is brakes, with 6 complaints (29% of the total), followed by fuel system (4) and steering (4). 10 of the complaints include a mileage, and 30% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 60,498 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 2 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.
- Brakes6 29%
- Fuel system4 19%
- Steering4 19%
- Electrical system3 14%
- Engine cooling3 14%
- Body and structure2 9.5%
- Suspension2 9.5%
- Air bags1 4.8%
- Equipment1 4.8%
- Exterior lighting1 4.8%
Also reported: Tires (1), Transmission and drivetrain (1), Vehicle speed control (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “1999 Audi a4 Quattro ABS light /brake light. Abs light problem. The problem started when slowing to a stop (normally) the ABS unit would jump in and act as if I was skidding, when obviously I wasn't. At this point ABS light was not on. After about a month of this funny ABS actuation maybe once a week, the ABS light decided to come on and stay on along with a blinking brake light and beeping. At times it would shut off, but would come back on at some point during that day. I had the speed sensor replaced, but to no avail. Now it always blinks when running.diagnostics show no problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10171735, filed 2006-10, 80,000 milesFuel system: “Potentially dangerous with fuel sending unit. Experienced 7 recalls since the purchased of 1999 Audi Quattro. The consumer stated periodically the vehicle would start, the vehicle was taken to the dealer on three occasions and it was finally determined that the problem was due to carbon build up on certain engine parts. The fuel sending unit was finally recalled.”
NHTSA complaint #10109732, filed 2005-01Steering: “Control arms for the front suspension fail frequently. On 2/29/04 a control arm broke while pulling out of my driveway. I have replaced 7 so far, with 2 more needing to be done. Some are on the second time in the 1.5 years I have owned the car. There were 4 other same model cars in the shop for the same thing that day. This is a common problem that is dangerous and is known by Audi, or should be known by them. At times, you can't get the part because they fail so frequently. My shop recommended filing a complaint because it is a dangerous situation and he sees it every day. …”
NHTSA complaint #10060535, filed 2004-03, 134,000 milesElectrical system: “Battery exploded while vehicle was parked in garage. On 23 march, 2002 while starting vehicle battery exploded again. Engine light stays on. Faulty coolant temperature sensor had to be replaced. Belt noise at startup. Oil leak continuously. Rough idle. Brake warning light on. Brake pads had to be replaced. High pitch noise from steering. Power steering rack leaking. Power steering gear and rack and loose hose replaced. Power windows works erratically. Turn signals inoperative. Poor connection found. Instrument cluster fades out as vehicle warms up. …”
NHTSA complaint #8009343, filed 2002-05Mileage when problems were reported
30% of the 10 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 39,000 and 80,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1999 Audi Quattro in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 2 on record; the latest 2 are shown.
- 10027923Nov 19, 2008Wheels. Audi: wheel bolts require torque adjustment. Torque sticks and torque extension bars are not approved by audi of america, inc. And should not be used to apply torque to wheel bolts. All audi models…
- 10022141Feb 26, 2007Exterior lighting. Headlight aiming, using hella universal beamsetter.
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 1999 Audi Quattro have?
NHTSA recorded 21 consumer complaints for the 1999 Audi Quattro as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1999 Audi Quattro is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 6 complaints (29% of the total), followed by fuel system with 4.
Has the 1999 Audi Quattro been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 1999 Audi Quattro reported?
Among the 10 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 60,498 miles and the middle half falls between 39,000 and 80,000 miles; 30% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 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.