Does the 1990 Audi Quattro have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, seats. 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 1990 Audi Quattro 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 1990 Audi Quattro?

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

1990 Audi Quattro recalls

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

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

For the 1990 Audi Quattro. 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.

1990 Audi Quattro recalls, newest first

April 10, 1990NHTSA 90V0700006,600 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Column locking › Anti-theft device

Summary: Improperly manufactured steering lock bolts could break if driver applies excessive force to a locked steering wheel in an attempt to disengage the steering lock.
Consequence: Bolt breakage would cause steering wheel to remain locked even after the driver turns the ignition key and attempts to move the car; this total loss of steering control could result in an accident.
Remedy: Replace complete steering lock assembly, including a modified lock bolt.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 10, 1990NHTSA 90V069000600 vehicles potentially affected

Seats › Front assembly › Recliner

Summary: A securing clip on the outside of hinges of the left and right front seat back may not be properly seated due to interference with seat covering material.
Consequence: An improperly secured clip could cause the seat backhinge to separate from its anchor in a rear-end accident and could result in an injury to occupant(s).
Remedy: Realign seat covering material where interference is present.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1990 Audi Quattro with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Vehicle speed control2
Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system1
Equipment › Electrical › Radio/tape deck/cd etc.1
Seat belts › Front › Anchorage1

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Questions

Does the 1990 Audi Quattro have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, seats. 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 1990 Audi Quattro 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 1990 Audi Quattro?: 5 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.