Audi 5000 problems
The Audi 100 and Audi 200 (and sometimes called Audi 5000 in North America) are primarily mid-size/executive cars manufactured and marketed by the Audi division of the Volkswagen Group. The car was made from 1968 to 1997 across four generations (C1–C4), with a two-door model available in the first and second generation (C1-C2), and a five-door model available in the last three generations (C2–C4).
In 1982, the third generation Audi 100 achieved a remarkably low (for its time) drag coefficient of 0.30, featuring flush greenhouse sides with unique sliding window mountings.
The C2 and C3 models of the Audi 100 were marketed in North America as the Audi 5000 from 1978 to 1988, and in South Africa as the Audi 500.
In 1993, the models were mildly restyled, and renamed the Audi A6 series in conjunction with a general new Audi naming scheme, until they were replaced by a new generation of A6, internally code-named C5, in 1997. The Audi 100's traditional competitors include the Mercedes Benz E-Class and BMW 5-Series.
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Common Audi 5000 problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the Audi 5000 cars, common problems with these vehicles include:
- Steering Rack Issues: One significant problem is related to the steering rack, often caused by using the wrong power steering fluid. This can lead to steering issues and potential failures.
- Heater Core/Blower Motor: The heater core and blower motor can be challenging to replace, leading to deductions in the car's value if they are original and need repair.
- Front to Rear Driveshaft Thumping: Owners have experienced thumping sounds from the driveshaft during acceleration, which can be costly to fix if the driveshaft needs replacement.
- Hydraulic Brake Accumulator: Problems with the hydraulic brake accumulator, known as 'the bomb,' can lead to brake issues and the need for replacement, impacting the car's safety and performance.
- A/C Compressor: The A/C compressor in the Audi 5000 can have issues with compression, and finding good rebuilds can be challenging, with new units being expensive.
- Door Handles: The door handles are prone to early failure, requiring replacements that can add to maintenance costs.
- Boost Issues: Some owners have reported issues with the car not achieving proper boost levels, which can be caused by various factors like torn hoses or intercooler leaks.
- Wiring Problems: Cracked wiring in the driver's side accordion boot is a common issue, requiring attention to prevent electrical malfunctions.
- Fuel Pump Noises: The fuel pump in the Audi 5000 can make loud noises before failing, indicating a potential issue that may need addressing.
These problems highlight the complexity and potential maintenance challenges associated with the Audi 5000 cars, requiring owners to be vigilant about regular maintenance and prompt repairs to ensure the vehicle's longevity and performance.
What was wrong with the Audi 5000?
And here's what NHTSA's official Audi 5000 report actually concluded: Some versions of Audi idle-stabilization system were prone to defects which resulted in excessive idle speeds and brief unanticipated accelerations of up to 0.3g.
What does it mean to be Audi 5000?
90s phrase of the week: OUTTIE 5000 (or AUDI 5000) - an announcement used when one is leaving, often. quickly. This phrase was first used in the movie. "Reality Bites." The reference to the Audi 5000 model.
What year did the Audi 5000 come out?
1978
Audi 5000 (1978-1983)
What is the Audi 100 controversy?
During model years 1982–1987, Audi issued a series of recalls of Audi 5000 (the North American name of the Audi 100 at the time) models associated with reported incidents of sudden unintended acceleration linked to six deaths and 700 accidents.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Audi 5000 years
We have researched Audi problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Audi 5000 cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Audi 5000 model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Audi 5000 model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Audi 5000 years
We've also compiled a chart for you with the number of complaints about Volkswagen Jetta cars of certain model years:
Audi 5000 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Audi 5000 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Power train problems
- Visibility problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Electrical system problems
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Audi 5000 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by 5000 model years
A total of 11 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by 5000 model years
There were a total of 3 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by 5000 model years
There were a total of 14 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 74 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Audi 5000 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Audi 5000 vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Audi 5000 1986
- Date Of Incident: 2008-04-01
- Date Complaint: 2008-05-14
- VIN: WAUHE0448GN
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1986 AUDI 5000. THE VEHICLE HAS MICHELIN XM PLUS 300 TIRES (NA). WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO VIBRATE AND THE CONTACT HEARD LOUD FLAPPING NOISES. THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE LOST APPROXIMATELY HALF OF ITS TREAD, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO NEARLY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND REPLACED THE TIRE WITH A SPARE. HE CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND THEY INFORMED HIM THAT THE TIRES WERE NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT HIS EXPENSE. THE VIN AND TIRE SIZE WERE UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 200,100. UPDATE 09/10/08 *CW UPDATED 09/17/08. *JB
Audi 5000 1980
- Date Of Incident: 2007-04-03
- Date Complaint: 2007-04-09
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 1980 AUDI 5000 DIESEL AND PURCHASED A SURE START BATTERY #SSB4972, WHICH DID NOT HAVE THE PLASTIC SAFETY GUARD ON THE POSITIVE TERMINAL. THE AUTO STORE WAS SELLING THE BATTERIES TO EVERYONE WITHOUT THE PLASTIC SAFETY GUARD WHICH THEY WERE TAKING OFF AND THROWING AWAY. *AK
Audi 5000 1985
- Date Of Incident: 2002-01-01
- Date Complaint: 2002-06-03
- VIN: WAUFBO445FN
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: RADIATOR COOLING FAN SHORTS OUTS AFTER ACCUMULATING MANY MILES. WIRING TO FAN BURNED OUT COMPLETELY. THE AFFECT TO VEHICLE WAS UNKNOWN. DEALER WAS CONTACTED . PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION.*AK
Audi 5000 1986
- Date Of Incident: 2001-08-31
- Date Complaint: 2001-09-05
- Fire: 1
- VIN: WAUFB0446GN
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: ON WAY TO WORK, PASSED CAR, PUT PEDAL TO THE FLOOR AND IT STUCK THERE, UNTIL TAPPED WITH FOOT, THANK GOD, BUT WHEN I GOT TO WORK, CAR IDLED UP AND DOWN, ERRATIC, BETWEEN 10,000 AND 20,000 RPMS. TURNED OFF ENGINE, NO NOISE, NO WARNING LIGHTS ON. RESTARTED OK, STILL IDLED FUNNY. TURNED OFF ENGINE. WAITED A MINUTE, NO NOISE, NO WARNING LIGHTS, NO SMOKE. INSIDE NWA BUILDING WORKING 15 MINUTES AND MY MANAGER SAID CAR WAS ON FIRE...FLAMES UNDERHOOD ABOUT 20 FEET IN THE AIR...BURNED CAR NEXT TO IT TOO. FIRE DEPARTMENT, PUT OUT, MILLERSVILLE, MD HQS DEPT. SAID STARTED IN ENGINE, SO BAD BURNT AND MELTED HARD TO TELL WHAT FAILED. I HAD NO FIRE INSURANCE ON CAR. ANY RECOURSE AGAINST AUDI? PLEASE ADVISE. I HAD JUST SPENT $3,000 IN REPAIRS ON CAR...SEAT, CRUISE, EXHUAST, TUNE UP, INJECTORS...AT LOCAL SHOPS. I AM SICK...WAS PLANNING TO ADD COMPREHENSIVE,BUT HAD TO TAKE TO GEICO FOR INSPECTION FIRST. MOREOVER, I LIVE IN CONDO, WITH GARAGE, 4 FAMILY UNIT, HAD BEEN PARKING IN MY GARAGE AT NIGHT...A FEW HOURS LATER WE MIGHT HAVE ALL BEEN KILLED OR INJURED...WHOLE PLACE IS WOOD FRAME. THE TOW TRUCK OPERATOR/OWNER WHO TOWED CAR TO HIS SHOP, SAID HE HAS SEEN THIS BEFORE IN THIS MODEL MANY TIMES...HE SAID CAR WILL BE THERE TO INSPECT FOR A FEW WEEKS...THE JUNKED.*AK
Audi 5000 1987
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-12
- Date Complaint: 2000-06-14
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 45MPH AND BRAKES DEVELOPED A VIOLENT SHAKING AND VIBRATION. ALSO, UPON APPLYING BRAKES CONSUMER SAW SMOKE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL, IT WAS VERY HOT. *AK
Audi 5000 1986
- Date Of Incident: 1997-05-10
- Date Complaint: 2000-02-03
- VIN: WAUFB0442GN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ENGINE WIRING HARNESS FAILED CAUSING ENGINE TO LOCK UP AND DAMAGED ENGINE. *MJS
Audi 5000 1984
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 1999-10-29
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: HEATER CORE EXPLODED CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY WHEN SMOKE CAME THROUGH VENTILLATION. MJS
Audi 5000 1984
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 1999-10-29
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: HEATER CORE EXPLODED CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY WHEN SMOKE CAME THROUGH VENTILLATION. MJS
Audi 5000 1984
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 1999-10-29
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: HEATER CORE EXPLODED CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY WHEN SMOKE CAME THROUGH VENTILLATION. MJS
Audi 5000 1986
- Date Of Incident: 1999-08-28
- Date Complaint: 1999-08-30
- Crash: 1
- VIN: WAUFB0448GN
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: I STARTED THE CAR IN A DRIVEWAY, INTENDING TO BACK ONTO THE STREET. WHEN I PLACED THE CAR IN REVERSE, THE CAR ACCELERATED BACKWARD AT TOP SPEED. I COULD NOT STOP THE CAR BY APPLYING THE BRAKES. I HAD 40 FEET OF SKID MARKS VISIBLE ON THE PAVEMENT. THE CAR WAS STOPPED BY IT'S IMPACT WITH A PARKED CAR. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THIS TYPE OF INCIDENT HAS HAPPENED MANY TIMES WITH 1986 AUDI 5000 MODELS. WHAT SHOULD I DO WITH THIS CAR? IS IT SAFE TO CONTINUE TO USE?
Audi 5000 1986
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 1999-07-29
- Fire: 1
- VIN: WAUHD0447GN
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: RECALL 89V006000, FUEL INJECTION SEAL HAS HARDENED DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES. RECALL REMEDY DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CATCH ON FIRE. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
Audi 5000 1988
- Date Of Incident: 1999-01-05
- Date Complaint: 1999-01-08
- Fire: 1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: A SMELL OF GAS AROSE, PARKED THE VEHICLE AND LOOKED BACK AT THE VEHICLE, A FIRE STARTED IN THE GRILL IN THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
Audi 5000 1987
- Date Of Incident: 1995-01-01
- Date Complaint: 1998-09-10
- VIN: WAUHE0446KN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: SWITCH WHICH CONTROLS THE HEADLIGHTS, WIPERS, CRUISE CONTROL AND TURN SIGNALS WORK INTERMITTENTLY.
Audi 5000 1987
- Date Of Incident: 1998-07-12
- Date Complaint: 1998-07-13
- VIN: WAUHDO443HN
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20MPH WHEN THE AXLE ASSEMBLY GAVE WAY. CONSUMER LOST ALL POWER. THE WHEELS DID NOT LOCK UP. THERE IS A RECALL FOR POWER TRAIN AXLE ASSEMBLY MANDATED IN 1993. CONSUMER HAD RECALL REPAIRS DONE ON 5-5-93 AT 48,651 MILES, BUT NEVER EXPERIENCED THE DEFECT UNTIL NOW. *AK
Audi 5000 1985
- Date Of Incident: 1994-12-30
- Date Complaint: 1998-07-08
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- VIN: WALHBO444FN
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: DIFFERENTIAL FAILURE RESULTING IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Latest 5 recalls Audi 5000
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 44 recalls for different components of the Audi 5000.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Audi 5000 1984
- Report Received Date: 1996-03-04
- Manufacturer: EIS BRAKE PARTS
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: THESE BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLIES HAVE INADEQUATE CRIMPS ATTACHING THE HOSE TO THE HOSE FITTINGS AND COULD CAUSE THE HOSE AND FITTING TO SEPARATE.
- Consequence: IF THE BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLY SEPARATES, LOSS OF BRAKING POWER CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
- Remedy: THESE BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLIES WILL BE REPLACED.
- Model: Audi 5000 1986
- Report Received Date: 1996-03-04
- Manufacturer: EIS BRAKE PARTS
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: THESE BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLIES HAVE INADEQUATE CRIMPS ATTACHING THE HOSE TO THE HOSE FITTINGS AND COULD CAUSE THE HOSE AND FITTING TO SEPARATE.
- Consequence: IF THE BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLY SEPARATES, LOSS OF BRAKING POWER CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
- Remedy: THESE BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLIES WILL BE REPLACED.
- Model: Audi 5000 1983
- Report Received Date: 1996-03-04
- Manufacturer: EIS BRAKE PARTS
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: THESE BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLIES HAVE INADEQUATE CRIMPS ATTACHING THE HOSE TO THE HOSE FITTINGS AND COULD CAUSE THE HOSE AND FITTING TO SEPARATE.
- Consequence: IF THE BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLY SEPARATES, LOSS OF BRAKING POWER CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
- Remedy: THESE BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLIES WILL BE REPLACED.
- Model: Audi 5000 1985
- Report Received Date: 1996-03-04
- Manufacturer: EIS BRAKE PARTS
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: THESE BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLIES HAVE INADEQUATE CRIMPS ATTACHING THE HOSE TO THE HOSE FITTINGS AND COULD CAUSE THE HOSE AND FITTING TO SEPARATE.
- Consequence: IF THE BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLY SEPARATES, LOSS OF BRAKING POWER CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
- Remedy: THESE BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLIES WILL BE REPLACED.
- Model: Audi 5000 1985
- Report Received Date: 1993-01-11
- Manufacturer: VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Summary: THE DIFFERENTIAL OIL OF THE TRANSAXLE IS LOST OVER TIME DUE TO EVAPORATION. LOW OIL LEVELS CAUSE PREMATURE BEARING AND GEAR WEAR AND EVENTUAL FAILURE OF THE DIFFERENTIAL.
- Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF FAILURE, THE VEHICLE'S DRIVE WHEELS COULDLOSE POWER. IN EXTREME CIRCUMSTANCES, THE FRONT WHEELS LOCK, CAUSING RAPIDDECELERATION RESULTING IN POSSIBLE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy: DRAIN AND REPLACE THE DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL WITH OIL HAVING HIGHER PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS.
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