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1998 Audi CabrioletRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 1998 Audi Cabriolet. Most complaints involve fuel system, gasoline (1). The EPA rates it 19 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
19mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
1
Top: fuel system, gasoline
Fuel cost / yr
$4,200est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 1998 Audi Cabriolet as of Oct 31, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 31, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jun 2001 – Jun 2001
  1. Fuel system, gasoline1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Cabriolet model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
19968
19972
19981
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 31, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Fuel system, gasoline

1 report
“A GAS FUME ODOR IS ENTERING INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT WHICH HAS CAUSED OCCUPANTS OF THE VEHICLE TO BECOME ILL. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER, DEALER HAS REPLACED SENDING UNIT AND VARIOUS OTHER PARTS. CONSUMER HAS NOTICED SINCE REPLACEMENT THAT FUME ODOR WAS STRONGER. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *AK”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 21, 2001Fuel system, gasolineODI 890857
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 31, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
EPA class
Minicompact Cars
Engines
2.8L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic 4-spd
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 31, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Cabriolet
Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 2.8 L · Front-Wheel Drive
172219$4,200468
  • Cabriolet
    Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 2.8 L
    17 city · 22 hwy · $4,200/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 31, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

New Car Assessment Program
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 1998 Audi Cabriolet as of Oct 31, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 31, 2026
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

1998 Cabriolet questions

How many recalls does the 1998 Audi Cabriolet have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 31, 2026.

What are the most common 1998 Audi Cabriolet problems?

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are fuel system, gasoline (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 1998 Audi Cabriolet get?

The EPA rates the 1998 Audi Cabriolet at 19 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 31, 2026