Audi TT Roadster Problems by Year
NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Audi TT Roadster, across 5 model years (2012–2018). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Audi TT Roadster years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No TT Roadster model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2016 TT Roadster: 3 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2018 TT Roadster: 2 complaints, 1 recall
- 2013 TT Roadster: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
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 Roadster problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Audi TT Roadster model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 TT Roadster | 2 | 1 | — | Seat Belts | |
| 2017 TT Roadster | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2016 TT Roadster | 3 | 2 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2013 TT Roadster | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2012 TT Roadster | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Audi TT Roadster years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (3), 2018 (2), 2013 (1). 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 Roadster?
Air Bags, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Audi TT Roadster have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.