Consumer was driving and noticed a knocking noise. The more gas he gave the vehicle the louder the noise became. *Ak
Vehicle safety record
1998 Audi 100 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1998 Audi 100 with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1) and the engine & cooling (1). There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical 100 year, for its age
#254 most complained-about 1998 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1998 Audi 100 problems
Share of all 3 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
No recalls for the 1998 Audi 100
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 Audi 100. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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3 complaints about the 1998 Audi 100
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Consumer was driving and he noticed a loud noise. The faster he drove, the louder the noise became. *Ak
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Audi 100: every year compared
All 100 years1998 Audi 100 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 Audi 100 | 3 | 0 | B | |
| 1998 Audi A4 | 258 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 1998 Audi A6 | 130 | 10 | F | Compare |
| 1998 Audi Quattro | 9 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1998 Audi A8 | 7 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 1998 Audi Cabriolet | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1998 Audi Allroad | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1998 Audi S6 | 1 | 1 | B | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1998 Audi 100
Does the 1998 Audi 100 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 Audi 100 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Audi 100?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1), engine & cooling (1), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 1998 Audi 100 had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on December 16, 1998 and the latest on January 24, 2000. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1998 Audi 100 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Audi 100 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Audi 100 years have the most complaints?
1992 (23), 1994 (20), 1993 (19). See every Audi 100 year compared.
What should I do if my 1998 Audi 100 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data