1985 Audi 4000 recalls
Power Train · NHTSA 93V006000 · Jan 11, 1993
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: Drain and replace the differential gear oil with oil having higher performance characteristics.
152,000 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Problem: Excessive wear of idle stabilizer could cause idle fluctuations.
Risk: Idle fluctuations could result in unsatisfactorydriveability.
Fix: Replace idle stabilizer.
25,000 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Latest owner complaints
Electrical System · Mar 19, 2002 · CA · fire
Fuel pump broke, causing vehicle to catch on fire while going 60mph on highway. Vehicle wouldn't downshift, and accelerator pedal failed. Also, battery light illuminated just before vehicle stalled at the stop sign.*ak
Electrical System · Mar 19, 2002 · CA · fire
Fuel pump broke, causing vehicle to catch on fire while going 60mph on highway. Vehicle wouldn't downshift, and accelerator pedal failed. Also, battery light illuminated just before vehicle stalled at the stop sign.*ak
Fuel System, Gasoline · Mar 19, 2002 · CA · fire
Fuel pump broke, causing vehicle to catch on fire while going 60mph on highway. Vehicle wouldn't downshift, and accelerator pedal failed. Also, battery light illuminated just before vehicle stalled at the stop sign.*ak
Power Train · Mar 19, 2002 · CA · fire
Fuel pump broke, causing vehicle to catch on fire while going 60mph on highway. Vehicle wouldn't downshift, and accelerator pedal failed. Also, battery light illuminated just before vehicle stalled at the stop sign.*ak
Vehicle Speed Control · Mar 19, 2002 · CA · fire
Fuel pump broke, causing vehicle to catch on fire while going 60mph on highway. Vehicle wouldn't downshift, and accelerator pedal failed. Also, battery light illuminated just before vehicle stalled at the stop sign.*ak
Frequently asked questions
Does the 1985 Audi 4000 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 1985 Audi 4000, the most recent one (93V006000) for power train. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 1985 Audi 4000?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are electrical system (2), fuel system, gasoline (1), power train (1).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 1985 Audi 4000?
Owners reported 0 crashes, 1 fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.
Is NHTSA investigating the 1985 Audi 4000?
NHTSA has opened 4 defect investigations that include this vehicle, most recently EA92028: Transmission failures.