This complaint refers to existing campaign id 01v324000, my vehicle has same leaking capacitators in rear speakers, which cause a fire hazard, as vehicles in the recall but my model year was excluded from recall.
The worst 1990 Audi Quattro problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Acceleration2
- Engine1
- Seat belts1
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- Acceleration2
- Engine1
- Seat belts1
Recalls 2
Seats: front assembly: recliner
- What is wrong
- A securing clip on the outside of hinges of the left and right front seat back may not be properly seated due to interference with seat covering material.
- Risk
- An improperly secured clip could cause the seat backhinge to separate from its anchor in a rear-end accident and could result in an injury to occupant(s).
- Remedy
- Realign seat covering material where interference is present.
Recall number 90V069000 · Recall details
Steering: column locking: anti-theft device
- What is wrong
- Improperly manufactured steering lock bolts could break if driver applies excessive force to a locked steering wheel in an attempt to disengage the steering lock.
- Risk
- Bolt breakage would cause steering wheel to remain locked even after the driver turns the ignition key and attempts to move the car; this total loss of steering control could result in an accident.
- Remedy
- Replace complete steering lock assembly, including a modified lock bolt.
Recall number 90V070000 · Recall details
What 1990 Audi Quattro owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Failure of recalled throttle part. Kd recall the federal safety agency campaign id #96v084000 was performed on 08/01/96. On 08/10/98 this new "improved" cruise control bushing failed, while the engine throttle was in the full open position. The cruise control rod, attached to the throttle quadrant and now broken bushing, became jambed between the transmission housing and the throttle cable support assembly. The auto remained in the full throttle position, with the speed aproaching 80 MPH, in 3 lanes of moderate 35 MPH traffic. The brakes and transmission were used to bring the auto to a stop, not resulting in any accident but, resulting in damage to the transmission. Both the dealer and manufacurer were contacted on the day of this incident. The dealer confirmed that the new bushing does begin to crack within 2 years. To my knowledge the manufacturer does not consider this a serious issue. Under less favorable conditions this failure would have resulted in the automobiles speed being controlled by a fixed or other moving object(ie auto). Warning! This throttle arrangement may be common on newer models many having much more powerful/faster engines. Please get the word out or investigate for others.
While driving the vehicle had unwanted acceleration and overriding the braking system. Had to turn off the engine in order to stop due to a broken rod between the cruise control and the throttle control.
The exhaust hanger broke . Tt
The front passenger seatbelt is cracked and no longer functions. Please explain. Tt
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Questions about the 1990 Audi Quattro
Is the 1990 Audi Quattro reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1990 Audi Quattro, fewer than a typical Quattro model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1990 Audi Quattro?
Acceleration and speed control, with 2 complaints. Next is engine (1).
How many recalls does the 1990 Audi Quattro have?
2 recalls, covering seats and steering.
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