Defective ignition switches were improperly manufactured and can cause some electrical accessories to malfunction.
Electrical system
Audi 100 Electrical problems by year
12 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Audi 100's electrical system. Dead batteries, warning lights, wiring, alternators, infotainment and electronic module failures.
Electrical complaints by model year
Electrical recalls
Latest 100 electrical complaints
De la nada el carro brinco la velocidad de 65 millas a 25 estuvimos a punto de tener un accidente, I reported the issues on 01/04/2010 to the audi company at the time of the incident they said there was no recalls, the car behind almost hit us and since them the car jumps every five minutes from normal speed to slow speed less than 30 miles in the freeway when the speed supposed to be 65 miles. I had other incidents driving in my way to my job where I need to drive 25 minutes in the freeway. *Tr
I am a senior citizen, 87 years young, who owns a 1994 audi 100. I am the second owner. According to audi of america, my vehicle was eligible for an ignition switch recall and a new switch was installed in 1996 at tyson's audi in tysons corner, va. My concern is this. I am experiencing the identical electrical problems listed in the original recall. The dealer tells me my problem the ignition switch and it needs to be replaced. Isn't that a bit odd? Are ignition switches parts that usually need to be...
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replaced? Have other owners of the recall experienced that same problem? Was the original replacement a new type/model switch? I called audi of america and talked to them about my concern. They told me they have not received any complaints. I thought it best to at least register a complaint. Thanks for you time! *Tr
Consumer's vehicle experienced the same problem as mentioned in recall 96v071000 concerning ignition switch. Dealership would not repair the problem free of charge, because the vin was not included.*Ak
The ignition freezes in the start position which causes difficulty in starting the vehicle. This vehicle is not included in recall 96v017000 concerning ignition failure. *Ak
Vehicle will not start due to ignition switch / headlights/ radio/ power windows, and all electrical features being inoperable. Vehicle not included in recall 96v017000 due to vin. Please give any further details.*Ak
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
Ignition switch failed. See nhtsa campaign id 96v017000. Exact same defect. Seems like too much of a coincidence that my car, built 9/93 wouldn't have same switch component w/ same problem. But my car is not covered?? Audi ignores me. *Ak
Audi issued recall for some a6 models on failed ignition switch. The 1994 100s is essentially the same car with probably same switch. According to my shop they have seen tons of these. Yet I have to pay because my car is a '94, instead of 1995 and 1996 makes no sense.*Ak
Steering wheel started smoking, and had an electrical smell. Also, local dealer has had exact incidents with other automobiles with the same make/model and year. Effect is that the entire steering electrical system can catch fire or burn out. *Ak
Ignition switch failed, recall component however vehicle denied due to vin #.
Short in electrical system, causing computer/gas gauge/warning buzzer/radio to fail. *Ak
When put key in ignition and turned it there was smoke coming from the ignition. *Uak
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data