Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2001 Audi 100 peaked in 2002, with 3 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2001 Audi 100
Sedan, gasoline, AWD/All-Wheel Drive, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Mar 31, 2001 to Oct 1, 2013.
Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints6Below the median 2001 sedan
Severity index0.02001 sedans average 13.3
First 24 months4Complaints in its first two years
Components
50% of complaints about the 2001 Audi 100 name powertrain
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
No recall campaign lists the 2001 Audi 100
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2001 Audi 100
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
6 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Oct 1, 2013Failure Jan 5, 2010SAN Ysidro, CAElectrical system, Fuel system, Gasoline, Vehicle speed control
DE LA NADA EL CARRO BRINCO LA VELOCIDAD DE 65 MILLAS A 25 ESTUVIMOS A PUNTO DE TENER UN ACCIDENTE, I REPORTED THE ISSUES ON 01/04/2010 TO THE AUDI COMPANY AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT THEY SAID THERE WAS NO RECALLS, THE CAR BEHIND ALMOST HIT US AND SINCE THEM THE CAR JUMPS EVERY FIVE MINUTES FROM NORMAL SPEED TO SLOW SPEED LESS THAN 30 MILES IN THE FREEWAY WHEN THE SPEED SUPPOSED TO BE 65 MILES. I HAD OTHER INCIDENTS DRIVING IN MY WAY TO MY JOB WHERE I NEED TO DRIVE 25 MINUTES IN THE FREEWAY. *TR
NHTSA complaint 10546412 - Filed Dec 12, 2012Failure Dec 7, 2012125,430 milesFranklin Park, NJFuel/propulsion system
I TOOK MY AUDI 2001 ALLROAD QUATTRO 2.7T TO THE DEALERSHIP TO FIX THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT PROBLEM. I WAS TOLD THERE IS A LEAK ON THE VALVES ON TOP OF THE GAS TANK. I AM AWARE THERE WAS A RECALL ON THAT MODEL REGARDING THE GAS TANK. *TR
NHTSA complaint 10488646 - Filed May 28, 2002Failure May 25, 2002SAN Francisco, CAAutomatic transmission
TRANSMISSION OR TURBOS LAGS AFTER STOPPING-CAUSING A DELAY IN ACCELLERATION-ALMOST HIT AND REAR ENDED SEVERAL TIMES. NO ACCIDENT YET BUT SOME ADJUSTMENT IN THE TRANSMISSION OR CHIP SHOULD BE MADE BY AUDI ON ALL OF THESE CARS- CHECK OUT AUDI FORUMS FOR 60 OR MORE EXPERIENCING THIS SAME EVENT. *AK
NHTSA complaint 762348 - Filed May 24, 2002Brighton, MIAutomatic transmission
I HAVE NOTICED SIGNIFICANT HESITATION WHEN I LAUNCH THE CAR FROM A STOP. WHEN THE CAR IS COMPLETELY STOPPED, AND I STEP ON THE GAS PEDAL, A LAG OF 1-3 SECONDS IS OBSERVED. WITHIN THIS TIME RANGE, THE CAR JUST IDLES AS-IS WITHOUT MOVING FORWARD. THE SAME PROBLEM HAPPENS WHEN I ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE FROM 10-30. I CONSIDER THIS TO BE A SAFETY HAZARD FOR MYSELF AND OTHER PEOPLE ON THE ROAD.*AK
NHTSA complaint 762241 - Filed May 23, 2002Failure May 1, 20011,000 milesBellevue, WAPower train
SECOND TRANSMISSION LAGS WHEN ACCELERATING FROM ROLLING STOP, UNRESPONSIVE THROTTLE.*TS *JB ***DIMSII IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12-12-02 CUT OVER TO ARTEMIS***762229
NHTSA complaint 10009355 - Filed Mar 31, 2001Niwot, COHeadlights
THE BLINDING MASK FROM THE HEADLIGHTS ON CURRENT AUDI IS 3X OVER ALL OTHER VEHICLES ON THE ROAD.
NHTSA complaint 743332
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
35 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- 44134620103345 Dec 9, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tightening wheel bolts - 44145520103346 Oct 21, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tightening wheel bolts - Update91i8 May 13, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Google Maps Street View (NVLW)) - AUD4927ENG Jul 10, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Due to new Minnesota state regulations regarding biofuels, biodiesel blends of B5 or less may not be available in the State of Minnesota. - A0023742052680_4 Oct 4, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries. - Edition42 Jul 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Audi Elsa Newsletter - Edition53 Sep 16, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Audi Elsa Newsletter - Edition92 Jun 30, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Idenifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants - Edition89 Jun 9, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ElsaPro Software update and technical bulletins - 01130920147538 Jun 21, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions. - 00147020392061 Dec 10, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet. - 37143020036586 May 28, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals - 01130920147538 Jun 21, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions. - 00147020392061 Dec 10, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet. - 01130920147538 Jun 21, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions. - 00147020392061 Dec 10, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet. - 1335201004313 Jan 9, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Engine oils that meet Audi Oil Quality Standards. - 133520253032 Apr 25, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. - 131020182884 Sep 5, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
If the vehicle?s engine experienced a serious mechanical problem, it is possible that small pieces of metal debris resulting from the mechanical problem may have become deposited in the intake manifold, air intake hoses, exhaust manifolds, exhaust down-pipe… - 37 13 07 2033658 May 29, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals - 37 14 30 2003658 May 28, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously. Drivers who drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone to experience this condition. With the introduction of Electronic Power Co… - 37 13 07 2033658 May 29, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously. Drivers who consciously or unconsciously drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone to experience this condition. With the introd… - SM 44-2017 EN Jun 28, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward. - A171782 2010043- May 10, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil change. - ATE-17-05 Mar 3, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Due 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 supp… - A441662 2010334- Oct 19, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt. - A941791 2012749- Jul 31, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light lens. - SB-01-15-29 Jul 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AUDI: 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. … - TSB-44-13-46 Dec 9, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AUDI: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, USE CALIBRATED TORQUE WRENCH AND NOT TORQUE STICKS, TORQUE EXTENSION BARS AND IMPACT GUNS/WRENCHES NOT APPROVED FOR USAGE ON WHEEL BOLTS BY MANUFACTURER, THAT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO BRAKE, STEERING WHEEL, HUB. MODEL 1995-2014 ALL. … - 37-13-07 May 29, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AUDI: SOME VEHICLES MAY LACK POWER OR WILL NOT MOVE AFTER STOP DUE TO SIMULTANEOUSLY DEPRESSING THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS. *JS - TSB-94-12-92 Oct 24, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AUDI: BRAKE LIGHT LENS, DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS, FOG LIGHTS, SIDE MARKER LIGHTS, HEADLIGHTS, TAILLIGHTS, FRONT TURN SIGNALS WOULD ALL HAVE VISIBLE CONDENSATION INSIDE DUE DAMPNESS, FROM COLD LENS, SETTLING INSIDE. MODELS 1996-2013 - ALL MODEL. *PE - SA-28F2 J1 May 1, 2010 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AUDI: (REVISED) VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION MAY HAVE IGNITION COILS THAT COULD MALFUNCTION UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WILL ILLUMINATE TO LET YOU KNOW THAT THE VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE SOME DETERIORATI… - TSB-44-08-14 Nov 19, 2008 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
AUDI: WHEEL BOLTS REQUIRE TORQUE ADJUSTMENT. TORQUE STICKS AND TORQUE EXTENSION BARS ARE NOT APPROVED BY AUDI OF AMERICA, INC. AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO APPLY TORQUE TO WHEEL BOLTS. ALL AUDI MODELS INCLUDED. *PE - 20036582 Feb 26, 2007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
LOSES POWER OR WILL NOT MOVE AFTER STOP. *KB - 20056243 Feb 26, 2007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER. *KB
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.