Does the 1981 Audi 4000 have any recalls?

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: fuel system, gasoline, structure, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1981 Audi 4000 recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Audi dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1981 Audi 4000?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1981 Audi 4000 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1981 Audi 4000. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Audi been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Audi dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1981 Audi 4000 recalls, newest first

November 9, 1983NHTSA 83V117000930,000 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system

Summary: The fuel pump may stop functioning without warning. This can occur because an electrical connector in the fuse panel may overheat and interrupt the electrical circuit.
Remedy: Dealer will inspect the fuse box and its connectors for corrosion, and correct where necessary. A bypass adapter to the fuel pump electrical circuit will be installed.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 24, 1981NHTSA 81V03900024,000 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Frame and members

Summary: Rear bumper system on certain vehicles may not have been properly welded during assembly. In the event of a rear end collision, the right side bumper supportor could break loose, damage the fuel tank and allow fuel to leak.
Remedy: A reinforcement plate will be installed, if necessary, to prevent fuel tank damage. Work will be performed at no cost to owners.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 12, 1980NHTSA 80V1460003,200 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper

Summary: On certain vehicles, porous spots may have developed on the interior surface of the threaded hole for the brake hose during the moulding process. These spots allow brake fluid to seep from the calipers during heavy brake applications.
Remedy: Both front brake calipers will be inspected for brake fluid seepage and will be replaced, if necessary, without charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1981 Audi 4000 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 1981 Audi 4000 have any recalls?: 3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: fuel system, gasoline, structure, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1981 Audi 4000 recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Audi dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1981 Audi 4000?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.