- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with v6 engines. An internal seal of the fuel injector can malfunction, allowing fuel leakage in the engine compartment.
- The risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
- The fix
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FUEL INJECTORS.
Vehicle safety record
1995 Audi 90 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 18 complaints about the 1995 Audi 90 with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (11) and the body, doors & structure (4). Those complaints describe 1 crash. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in December 1998 for the fuel injection system. For comparison, the 1994 has 13 and the 1996 has 0.
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FFar more problems than a typical 90 year, for its age
#142 most complained-about 1995 vehicle
- Complaints
- 18
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1995 Audi 90 problems
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1995 Audi 90 recalls 3
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
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The discharge of static electricity under low humidity conditions can activate the driver side air bag when the driver enters or exits the vehicle and forms an electrical circuit by touching certain areas of the steering wheel.
- The risk
- Activation of the air bag under these conditions can cause personal injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a ground wire on the driver side air bag.
- The problem
- Defective ignition switches were improperly manufactured and can cause some electrical accessories to malfunction.
- The risk
- Some electrical accessories, such as, turn signals, windshield wipers, lamps, power wind0ws and air conditioners can malfunction when the car is started.
- The fix
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.
What owners say
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18 complaints about the 1995 Audi 90
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Consumer has had two replacement ignition switches all of which failed shortly after replacement. *Ts a recall was issued regarding the ignition switch and the dealer/manufacturer continued to use defective ignition switches. The consumer had 6 ignition switches replaced. *Jb
Dt: in may the problem began. Owner noticed that while starting the vehicle the key goes back into accessory position and car won't start. There is recall 96v017000 concerning electrical system: ignition switch. But owner's vehicle not included in recall due to vin. The owner contacted the regional office of audi, but they would not help. There is a problem with the electrical system as well. When car is started, sometimes the windshield wipers don't work or the windows won't roll down. When the key is shut...
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off, and slowly turned back on, the electrical system will be fine. Once happened while driving down a highway at about 70 mph. The key physically moved to the accessory position, and the car stalled. The entire electrical system shut down when it stalled. The car still had manual steering and manual brakes. Then owner eased into emergency lane and put the car in park and started it back up again. Then, vehicle stalled on july 21, 2005 while the owner's husband was driving 80 mph, and the key went to the accessory position again and car stalled. The steering locked, and the brakes were barely working. There are no other problems with the vehicle. It is regularly serviced. The car has been put on the diagnostic machine, and mechanic advised that it showed no codes, this happened on july 6 2005. The owner will take the car back to mechanic if she can get the car started. *Ak
The vehicle's electrical system has malfunctioned. A recall has been issued, however the vehicle's vin number is outside of the remedy scope. Please provide any additional information. *Nm
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
STEERING RACK FAILED. *YH
When starting vehicle electrical parts, such as power windows or changing signal lights will stop working. Consumer has to shut off, and then turn vehicle back on for these parts to work again. But, presently windows do not work any more.*Ak
Vehicle was bought used by consumer, and dealer claimed recall 96v017000 was performed prior,but part has failed again. *Ak there was starter switch recall but the dealer stated that the recall was performed during the previous owner of the vehicle. *Yh
When turning on car blinkers, a/c, will not work, then, consumer has to shut off car , then turn back on. Consumer stated this problem has occurred several times.*Ak
When turning on ignition certain accessories will not work. Consumer has to stop car and restart it. Took to dealer, and they replaced switch under warranty, and consumer had to pay twice. This is the forth time that consumer has had to have an ignition switch put in. Consumer felt audi never fixed the problem. *Ak
Intermittently windshield wipers malfunction, and power locks operate erratically. A recall 96v017000 has been issued on ignition switch. Manufacturer will be notified.*Ak
Please let me know how to get my airbag fixed. If a recall has been issued, I should be able to have the problem fixed. I've been trying for about six months to have the dealer fix this, but they say they can't get the parts. Please let me know what to do. *Ak
The ignition switch failed to start engine when turned on. Instrument panel lights did not come on. Took to dealer & had it replaced. Problem still exists. Took to different dealer & replaced switch again. Ignition switch under recall #96v017000 which had also failed. *Ak
Door mysteriously failed to latch and lock--no prior warning of failure.
Consumer closed door and buzzer went off. Vehicle would not lock. Dealer took lock apart and found that the spring was broken. *Ak
ANTENNA FAILED ONCE AND DOOR LATCH FAILED TWICE.
STARTER MALFUNCTIONED.
The accelerator stuck, and when the brakes were applied the engine continued to rev; and the car went off the road, and landed in a yard between two houses. *Ak
Drove 1 mile off of the showroom floor and the car overheated.Please explain. Tt
Audi 90: every year compared
All 90 years1995 Audi 90 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 Audi 90 | 18 | 3 | F | |
| 1995 Audi S6 | 20 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1995 Audi A6 | 18 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1995 Audi Cabriolet | 3 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 1995 Audi Quattro | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1995 Audi S4 | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1 | 2 | A | 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 1995 Audi 90
Does the 1995 Audi 90 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1995 Audi 90: fuel injection system (December 1998); frontal (October 1997); switch (January 1996). 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 1995 Audi 90?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (11), body, doors & structure (4), visibility & wipers (2).
How many complaints has the 1995 Audi 90 had?
18 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 23, 1995 and the latest on March 29, 2006. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1995 Audi 90 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 9 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Audi 90 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 90 years have the most complaints?
1995 (18), 1993 (16), 1994 (13). See every Audi 90 year compared.
What should I do if my 1995 Audi 90 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