Audi 4000 recalls and complaints by year
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Audi 4000, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Audi 4000, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1980–1991 with 16 recall campaigns and 26 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1986 (3), 1981 (3), and 1985 (2).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 1984 (9), 1987 (6), and 1985 (5).
- Top recall themes: Brakes, Fuel and emissions, and Other.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Vehicle speed control, Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, Electrical system:ignition.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Brakes
2 campaigns · Years: 1981, 1984These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
Fuel and emissions
1 campaign · Years: 1980–1981These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
- 83V117000 · Fuel system, gasoline: Fuel injection system
Other
1 campaign · Years: 1985–1986These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.
- 87V069000 · Vehicle speed control
Powertrain
1 campaign · Years: 1985–1991These campaigns relate to drivetrain or transmission components that can affect shifting, power delivery, or control.
- 93V006000 · Power train: Axle assembly
Seats and restraints
1 campaign · Years: 1986These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
- 86V113000 · Seat belts: Buckle assembly
Structure
1 campaign · Years: 1980–1981These campaigns relate to structural components such as frame/body parts that can affect crash protection or integrity.
- 81V039000 · Structure: Frame and members
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Audi 4000 in NHTSA complaint data are Vehicle speed control, Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, Electrical system:ignition.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1990 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1989 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1988 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1987 | 1 | 6 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train:axle assembly, Suspension:front, Suspension:rear. |
| 1986 | 3 | 4 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Vehicle speed control, Power train:driveline:differential unit, Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal. |
| 1985 | 2 | 5 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery, Electrical system:ignition, Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump. |
| 1984 | 1 | 9 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, Electrical system:ignition, Seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler. |
| 1983 | 0 | 1 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Tires. |
| 1981 | 3 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1980 | 2 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Power train , Vehicle speed control and Service brakes
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- 200 1989–1991
- 5000 1981–1988
- 80 1988–1991
- 90 1988–1995
- A3 2006–2027
- A4 1996–2027
- A4 allroad 2013–2027
- A5 2008–2027
- A6 1995–2027
- A6 allroad 2020–2027
- A7 2012–2025
- A7 e 2021–2022
- A8 1997–2020
- A8 L e 2021–2021
- allroad 2001–2005
- Cabriolet 1992–1998
- Coupe 1990–1991
- e-tron 2019–2023
- e-tron GT 2022–2027
- e-tron Sportback 2020–2022
- Q3 2015–2027
- Q5 2009–2027
- Q5 e 2020–2027
- Q7 2007–2027
- Q8 2019–2027
- R8 2008–2023
- RS 3 2017–2027
- RS 4 2007–2008
- RS 5 2013–2027
- RS 6 2003–2004
- RS 6 Avant 2021–2027
- RS 7 2014–2027
- RS e-tron GT 2022–2027
- RS Q8 2020–2027
- S e-tron GT 2025–2027
- S3 2015–2027
- S4 1992–2027
- S5 2008–2027
- S6 1995–2025
- S7 2013–2025
- S8 2001–2027
- SQ5 2014–2027
- SQ7 2020–2027
- SQ8 2020–2027
- TT 2000–2023
- TT RS 2013–2022
- TTS 2009–2023
- V8 1991–1994
⚠️ Important Safety Information
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For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.