Audi TT Problems by Year
NHTSA has 319 owner complaints and 12 safety recalls on file for the Audi TT, across 17 model years (2000–2023). The 2001 model year has the most complaints (120). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Audi TT years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical TT year: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2001 TT: 120 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2000 TT: 73 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2002 TT: 38 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Audi TT problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | 140 | 8 | 0 |
| Power Train | 52 | 10 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 37 | 8 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 26 | 6 | 3 |
| Tires | 19 | 5 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 14 | 7 | 0 |
| Suspension | 14 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 11 | 5 | 0 |
| Visibility | 11 | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 9 | 5 | 1 |
| Engine | 8 | 6 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 6 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 3 | 2 |
| Equipment | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Seats | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Audi TT problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
- 2001: electrical system (71)
All Audi TT model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 TT | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2019 TT | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2018 TT | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2017 TT | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2016 TT | 3 | 2 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2011 TT | 1 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2010 TT | 4 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2009 TT | 12 | 2 | — | Power Train | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2008 TT | 14 | 2 | — | Power Train | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2007 TT | 1 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2006 TT | 4 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2005 TT | 11 | 0 | — | Air Bags | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2004 TT | 25 | 1 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2003 TT | 13 | 0 | — | Electrical System | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2002 TT | 38 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2001 TT | 120 | 3 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2000 TT | 73 | 5 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Audi TT years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2000 (73), 2001 (120), 2002 (38), 2004 (25) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical TT year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Audi TT?
Electrical System, with 140 complaints across 8 model years.
How many recalls does the Audi TT have?
12 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.