1994 Audi 100
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 1994 Audi 100. Newest first.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the fuel feed line connecting the fuel filter to the engine delivered by the supplier for use in these vehicles may have been improperly manufactured.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This can result in fuel leakage.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the entire fuel feed line from the fuel filter to the engine.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with V6 engines. an internal seal of the fuel injector can malfunction, allowing fuel leakage in the engine compartment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all fuel injectors.
Defective ignition switches were improperly manufactured and can cause some electrical accessories to malfunction.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Some electrical accessories, such as, turn signals, windshield wipers, lamps, power wind0ws and air conditioners can malfunction when the car IS started.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ignition switch.
Owner complaints
20 complaints3 involved a fire1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Engine
Complete engine shutdown without any prior warning after driving approx. 4 hours on I-95 south. Car started and ran normally for another 3 hours immediately after I pulled over and stopped. Same thing happened the next day after same amount of driving time on I-75, car started without problem and I…
Complete engine shutdown without any prior warning after driving approx. 4 hours on I-95 south. Car started and ran normally for another 3 hours immediately after I pulled over and stopped. Same thing happened the next day after same amount of driving time on I-75, car started without problem and I reached destination after another 15 minutes. Readout of computer showed nothing. Mechanic recommended to prophylactically replace cam sensor which I did. Effect remains to be seen. recommendation: car manufacturers must be forced to take measures to prevent complete engine shutdown for any reason other than a direct engine failure. It IS too dangerous and could lead to severe accidents if this happens in heavy traffic, especially in lanes with no shoulder! It IS bad enough if an engine fails by itself. a brief internet search showed numerous reports of such incidents!!! *tr
- Electrical system · Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
I am a senior citizen, 87 years young, who owns a 1994 audi 100. I am the second owner. according to audi of america, my vehicle was eligible for an ignition switch recall and a new switch was installed in 1996 at tyson's audi in tysons corner, va. My concern IS this. I am experiencing the…
I am a senior citizen, 87 years young, who owns a 1994 audi 100. I am the second owner. according to audi of america, my vehicle was eligible for an ignition switch recall and a new switch was installed in 1996 at tyson's audi in tysons corner, va. My concern IS this. I am experiencing the identical electrical problems listed in the original recall. the dealer tells me my problem the ignition switch and it needs to be replaced. isn't that a bit odd? are ignition switches parts that usually need to be replaced? have other owners of the recall experienced that same problem? was the original replacement a new type/model switch? I called audi of america and talked to them about my concern. they told me they have not received any complaints. I thought it best to at least register a complaint. thanks for you time! *tr
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
Consumer's vehicle experienced the same problem as mentioned in recall 96v071000 concerning ignition switch. dealership would not repair the problem free of charge, because the vin was not included.*ak
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
The ignition freezes in the start position which causes difficulty in starting the vehicle. this vehicle IS not included in recall 96v017000 concerning ignition failure. *Ak
- Electrical system · Electrical system › Ignition · Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers · Equipment › Electrical › Radio/tape deck/cd etc. · Visibility › Power window devices and controls
Vehicle will not start due to ignition switch / headlights/ radio/ power windows, and all electrical features being inoperable. Vehicle not included in recall 96v017000 due to vin. please give any further details.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Consumer states that prior to recall on the fuel line, this problem caused a major fire in the engine. *jg
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
The car has stalled out without any warning numerous times when driving at highway speed, the first occurance dealer replaced a radiator switch, and two days later vehicle stalled again.*jb
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
Ignition switch failed. see nhtsa campaign ID 96v017000. exact same defect. seems like too much of a coincidence that my car, built 9/93 wouldn't have same switch component w/ same problem. but my car IS not covered?? audi ignores me. *Ak
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
Audi issued recall for some A6 models on failed ignition switch. the 1994 100S IS essentially the same car with probably same switch. according to my shop they have seen tons of these. yet I have to pay because my car IS a '94, instead of 1995 and 1996 makes no sense.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Prior to recall notification (00v084000) consumer had repairs performed due to engine compartment having a major fuel leak, consumer IS now seeking reimbursement. *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline · Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
Engine fire prior to recall. Consumer states prior to fire there were several occasions of raw gasoline smell when starting vehicle. Also states recall has not yet been initiated, however recall went into effect 3/99, owner did not receive notification. (98V-332)
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
While parked and locked in supermarket parking lot 5 min. After parking, engine compartment spontaneously broke into flames. owner was shopping in supermarket. fire company responding to 911 extinguished the fire. insurance and audi representatives determine car IS not repairable. believed…
While parked and locked in supermarket parking lot 5 min. After parking, engine compartment spontaneously broke into flames. owner was shopping in supermarket. fire company responding to 911 extinguished the fire. insurance and audi representatives determine car IS not repairable. believed caused by defective fuel injectors. this problem IS pending recall; but owner was not notified nor made aware of hazard to life and limb. what IS manufacturer responsibility to owner?
- Seats › Front assembly › Head restraint
The front seat head restraints are too far back and permit extreme head motion before the head contacts the restraint. the restraints move up and down too freely and don't stay adjusted to a safe height. the design appears to be incorrect with the head restraint positioned too far back on the seatback to restrict head motion in an accident.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys · Power train › Automatic transmission · Power train › Driveline › Constant velocity joint · Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Transmission failure resulting in leaking.
- Air bags › Frontal
Air bag sensor light came on , mechanic checked out and found a weak link in the spiral spring. Repair will be $300, no warranty. *ak
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
Ignition switch failed, recall component however vehicle denied due to vin #.
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor
Material in the catalytic converter comes loose and clogs the converter, causes a rattling or rasping sound and could lead to engine damage.
- Steering · Vehicle speed control
While driving on dry surface, on a clear day, at 25 mph, vehicle suddenly accelerated out of control, hit guard railing and came to a stop.
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Transmission; when driving on a wet road the transmission down shift feels like as if you were pressing down on the brake you can loose control of car. tt
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Fuel supply line leak
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10249085Google Maps Street View (NVLW))
- 10249054Due to new Minnesota state regulations regarding biofuels, biodiesel blends of B5 or less may not be available in the State of Minnesota.
- 10243787Audi Elsa Newsletter
- 10231130Idenifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants
- 10216656Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.
- 10155644This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
- 10128222Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified two US based suppliers to support dealers in USA and Canada.
- 10123901Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 11-19 dated April 8, 2011. This TSB contains information on technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center
- 10123882Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 11-19 dated February 10, 2011. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.
- 10123764Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 15-61 dated July 7, 2015. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.
- 10123587Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-35 dated March 25, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.
- 10122415Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-41 dated June 20, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.
- 10121365Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 90 number 10-14 dated August 10, 2010. Cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -U1- to begin the heating process, or the lighter element will not automatically release once the heating process has completed. As a result, the socket can become inoperative when used as a power outlet.
- 10058584Audi: engine, on some vehicles, would run irregularly or have malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on or possible filter element for camshaft adjustment valve can loosen and in oil circuit, there IS no damage from loosened particles. Model all. All years.
- 10022141Headlight aiming, using hella universal beamsetter.
- 40050Brake pedal squeak.
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