- The problem
- These brake hose assemblies have inadequate crimps attaching the hose to the hose fittings and could cause the hose and fitting to separate.
- The risk
- If the brake hose assembly separates, loss of braking power can occur increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- The fix
- THESE BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLIES WILL BE REPLACED.
Vehicle safety record
1984 Audi 5000 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1984 Audi 5000 with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (2) and the brakes (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash. It is covered by 6 recalls, the latest in March 1996 for the hoses, lines / piping, and fittings. For comparison, the 1983 has 1 and the 1985 has 17.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical 5000 year, for its age
#32 most complained-about 1984 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1984 Audi 5000 problems
Share of all 5 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1984 Audi 5000 recalls 6
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Fuel injection seals may harden, due to high temperature and alcohol in some fuels, and allow fuel to escape into the engine compartment.
- The risk
- Fuel dripping onto hot engine components could cause anengine compartment fire.
- The fix
- Replace engines fuel injector seals with improved seals plus improvements designed to better insulate the engine against fire risk.
- The problem
- Malfunctions of internal components of idle control unit could cause idle stabilizer valve to become activated outside its normal operating range.
- The risk
- Idle rpm may become erratic and, in someinstances,increase.
- The fix
- Install latest specification idle control unit.
- The problem
- Repeated topping off of fuel tank during refueling reduces the expansion space within the tank allowing vapors to escape from the charcoal filter to outside rather than being inducted into the engine.
- The risk
- Escaping vapors could ignite by heat emitted by theexhaust system.
- The fix
- Install redesigned filler neck and a new vent valve and hose for charcoal filter. Also, stop refueling when pump nozzle shuts off.
- The problem
- Sudden acceleration from a stationary position may occur, when shifting from park to reverse or drive.
- The risk
- Unexpected sudden acceleration without prior warningcould result in a vehicle crash, causing injuries.
- The fix
- Install an automatic shift lock to prevent the transmission shift lever from being moved from park to reverse or drive unless brake pedal is applied at the same time.
- The problem
- 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.
- The fix
- REPLACE BRAKE HOSES AS NECESSARY.
What owners say
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5 complaints about the 1984 Audi 5000
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Heater core exploded causing poor visibility when smoke came through ventillation. Mjs
Owner was in an accident because the vehicle accelerated for no reason, causing high rpm and an increase in vehicle speed. *Ak
Replaced power steering pump 8 times, also replaced power brakes. *Ak
Transmission rebuilt due to linkage failures. *Skd
PAINT PEELING ON INSIDE OF TRANSMISSION LID. *SDK
Audi 5000: every year compared
All 5000 years1984 Audi 5000 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 Audi 5000 | 5 | 6 | F | |
| 1984 Audi 4000 | 5 | 1 | D | 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 1984 Audi 5000
Does the 1984 Audi 5000 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 1984 Audi 5000: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (March 1996); fuel system, gasoline (January 1989); cruise control (October 1987); tank assembly (October 1987) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1984 Audi 5000?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (2), brakes (1), acceleration & cruise control (1).
How many complaints has the 1984 Audi 5000 had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 30, 1994 and the latest on October 29, 1999. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1984 Audi 5000 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 23 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Audi 5000 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 5000 years have the most complaints?
1985 (17), 1986 (15), 1987 (12). See every Audi 5000 year compared.
What should I do if my 1984 Audi 5000 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