VehicleVerdict

Audi 80 years to avoid

Across 1985–1993, no single 80 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1990 drew the most complaints; 1993 the fewest.

29

Total complaints

3

Recall campaigns

1985–1993

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Audi 80 NHTSA complaints by model year12 complaints1985: 0 complaints1986: 0 complaints1987: 0 complaints1988: 4 complaints1989: 10 complaints1990: 12 complaints1991: 2 complaints1992: 1 complaints1993: 0 complaints
Audi 80 NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every 80 year

YearComplaintsRecalls
199301
199211
199122
1990123
1989102
198841
198701
198601
198501

Common questions

What is the best year for the Audi 80?

By complaint volume, 1993 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 80 years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Audi 80 have?

Across all model years, the 80 has 3 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 29 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.