Most common 1997 Audi Quattro problems
Share of the 11 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Audi Quattro complaints by model year
Best Quattro years: 1996, 2000. Years to avoid: 1999. Compare all years →
What 1997 Audi Quattro owners say
Speed control & acceleration
Consumer stated when approaching a intersection while traveling about 45 MPH, and upon depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle lost all power without no warning, causing a near accident. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer replaced the computer chip within the transmission, problem still exists.
Gas pedal intermittently sticks when depressed, no power, followed by power surge.(sudden acceleration). This problem occurs at start up or when driving slowly.
1997 Audi Quattro engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 5-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 18 / 27 / 21 |
| 2.8L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 16 / 25 / 19 |
| 2.8L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 4WD/AWD | 17 / 24 / 19 |
| 2.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 17 / 22 / 19 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1997 Audi Quattro a good car?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1997 Quattro rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the Quattro at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Audi Quattro?
The speed control & acceleration — 3 complaints, 27% of all complaints for this model year, most often about accelerator pedal. Next are the brakes (2) and engine & cooling (2).
How many recalls does the 1997 Audi Quattro have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1997 Audi Quattro. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Audi Quattro?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1996 and 2000. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1999. See the full Audi Quattro years comparison.
At what mileage do 1997 Audi Quattro problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 71,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.