2000 Audi TT Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 4, 2024 · 73 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other TT years
Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 17 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 73 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Audi TT. That ranks 2nd out of 17 TT model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (31 complaints, 42%), typically at around 75,600 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 injuries. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.

Audi TT
Audi 8J TT Coupe 3.2 quattro photographed in Tokyo. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Hatsukari715, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2000 Audi TT problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System31 · ~75,600 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling13 · ~70,000 mi
Tires12 · ~70,000 mi
Air Bags8 · ~105,000 mi
Suspension8 · ~58,000 mi
Engine2 · ~115,000 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline2 · ~70,000 mi
Fuel System, Other2 · ~64,600 mi
Vehicle Speed Control2 · ~88,500 mi
Visibility2 · ~20,893 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System3142%75,600——
Engine and Engine Cooling1318%70,000——
Tires1216%70,000——
Air Bags811%105,000——
Suspension811%58,000——
Engine23%115,000——
Fuel System, Gasoline23%70,000——
Fuel System, Other23%64,600——
Vehicle Speed Control23%88,500——
Visibility23%20,893——
Equipment11%———
Exterior Lighting11%———
Parking Brake11%———
Power Train11%———
Seat Belts11%———
Steering11%36,000——
Structure11%70,231——
Unknown or Other11%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2000, with 12 complaints
2000: 122000122001: 332002: 2200222003: 332004: 6200462005: 332006: 9200692007: 11112008: 9200892009: 112010: 2201022011: 112014: 1201412015: 112016: 2201622018: 112020: 1202012021: 442024: 120241

n = 73 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2000 Audi TT recalls (5)

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Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator moduleJun 23, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V470000 · 62,812 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2000-2001 Audi TT Coupe, TT Roadster, 2000-2002 A4, and S4 vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver Air Bag Inflators (NADI) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, possibly causing the air bag to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag may not properly protect the occupant, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver frontal airbag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69CJ.

Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator moduleJan 31, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V056000 · 106,857 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2000-2001 TT Roadster, 2000 TT Coupe, 1999 Audi A8, 1998-2000 Audi A6, and 1999-2000 Audi A4 vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, possibly causing the air bag to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag may not properly protect the occupant, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator when the parts become available, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed September 21, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BT.

Suspension:rearOct 10, 2001 · NHTSA campaign 01V325000 · 3,700 vehicles

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Moisture could enter the rear track control arm's mounting bushing and bolt combination and cause corrosion.

Risk: Corrosion could impede the free movement of the control arm.

Fix: Dealers will replace the track control arms. Owner notification began april 12, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.

Suspension:front:control arm:lower armNov 10, 1999 · NHTSA campaign 99V300000 · 6,200 vehicles

Problem: Passenger vehicles. In sharp high speed turns or abrupt lane change maneuvers at speeds substantially above posted speed limits, and depending upon road conditions, precise steering response may be demanded to retain directional stability.

Risk: In the event control is lost, a crash may occur resulting in injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the front stabilizers in front drive audi tt's and the front and rear stabilizers in audi tt's equipped with quattro drive. A modified control arm will be installed in front together with firmer shock absorbers in front and rear. In addition audi will install a rear spoiler.

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsAug 12, 1999 · NHTSA campaign 99V222000 · 52 vehicles

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A small section of the vehicle fuel line assembly may have been damaged during production. If damaged, fuel could leak to the outside.

Risk: In the presence of an ignition source, cause a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel line assembly.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owned a 2000 Audi TT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 01V325000 (Suspension); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact…

Suspension · received Oct 4, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11618097

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2000 Audi TT. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V056000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the part was not yet available. The…

Air Bags · received Jun 8, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11420124

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 AUDI TT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V056000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED TO RUSNAK AUDI PASADENA (2965 E COLORADO BLVD, PASADENA, CA 91107, [redacted]) AND IT…

Air Bags · received May 5, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11415276

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 AUDI TT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V056000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. AUDI NORTH HOUSTON (17815 NORTH FWY, HOUSTON, TX 77090, [redacted]) WAS CONTACTED AND IT WAS…

Air Bags · received Apr 23, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11413532

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 AUDI TT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V056000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AUDI LEHI LOCATED AT 3455 DIGITAL DR, LEHI, UT 84043, [redacted]) AND AUDI…

Air Bags · received Apr 21, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11413240

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Audi TT?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine and engine cooling, tires problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 31 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Audi TT?

Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2000 Audi TT a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other TT model years, the 2000 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.