8
recalls
The Audi Fox has 8 recalls covering 1.17 million vehicles as reported; model year 1973 is covered by the most (5).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
8
Most for 1973: 5
Units affected
1.17M
As reported
Overall stars
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Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Audi Fox by component
- Equipment2 · 1,869 units
- Electrical system1 · 6,487 units
- Fuel system, gasoline1 · 930K units
- Seat belts1 · 371 units
- Service brakes, hydraulic1 · 1,125 units
- Suspension1 · 14K units
- Vehicle speed control1 · 219K units
Audi Fox recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 9, 1983 | Audi 4000, FOX; Isuzu Pickup Truck; Volkswagen Convertible and 4 more (1976-1982): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 83V117000 | Fire | 930,000 |
| Dec 30, 1977 | Audi FOX; Volkswagen Dasher, Rabbit, Scirocco (1974-1976): Vehicle speed controlNo. 77V245000 | Other or not stated | 219,000 |
| Oct 19, 1977 | Audi FOX; Volkswagen Dasher (1978): Service brakes, hydraulicNo. 77V184000 | Other or not stated | 1,125 |
| Oct 2, 1973 | Audi FOX (1973): SuspensionNo. 73V196000 | Other or not stated | 13,500 |
| Jun 4, 1973 | Audi FOX (1973): Electrical systemNo. 73V124000 | Other or not stated | 6,487 |
| May 21, 1973 | Audi FOX (1973): Seat beltsNo. 73V117000 | Other or not stated | 371 |
| May 17, 1973 | Audi FOX (1973): EquipmentNo. 73V116000 | Other or not stated | 509 |
| May 17, 1973 | Audi FOX (1973): EquipmentNo. 73V115000 | Other or not stated | 1,360 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1982 Audi Fox recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1982 Audi Fox. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Audi Fox have?
8 recalls cover the Audi Fox, for 1.17 million vehicles as reported. The most common problem is equipment (2 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Audi Fox?
Engine and engine cooling: named in 1 of the 2 safety complaints about the Audi Fox, then fuel system, other (1). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.