2000 Audi TT
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 73 |
| 2001 | 120 |
| 2002 | 38 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 25 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 4 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 4 |
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2016 | 3 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
26% of complaints: electrical system — 19 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: tires — 8 distinct reports on file.
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WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLES TIRE EXPLODED. *NLM
NHTSA ODI report, 20030519
11% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file.
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HEADLIGHT IGNITOR FAILS CAUSING HEADLIGHT LOW BEAM TO WORK INTERMITTENTLY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20151004
DASH POD MALFUNCTION. DOES NOT REGISTER SPEED, TACHOMETER, FUEL OR TEMPERATURE. ALL DASH LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY WORK. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20140916
8% of complaints: air bags — 6 distinct reports on file.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210421
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 AUDI TT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V056000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200331
7% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 5 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL LINE ASSEMBLY.
Campaign 99V222000 — check if this car was fixed
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 D
Remedy: 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 TOGE
Campaign 99V300000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. MOISTURE COULD ENTER THE REAR TRACK CONTROL ARM'S MOUNTING BUSHING AND BOLT COMBINATION AND CAUSE CORROSION.
Remedy: 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 F
Campaign 01V325000 — check if this car was fixed
The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013...
Remedy: Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911.
Campaign 14E007000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 20V056000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 21V470000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Audi TT — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 99V222000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 99V300000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 01V325000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14E007000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V056000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V470000 (air bags) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2000 Audi TT reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Audi TT?
The most-reported component is electrical system: instrument cluster/panel, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Audi TT have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.