2002 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
- 38
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2002
None on file
53% of complaints
Complaints per year
2002: 38 complaints
View as data table
| 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
53% · 20 reportsMost commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and ignition.
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Direct ignition coil failure due to cold weather. Lost one coil on a cold day and was told by my service advisor that this was common and that Audi was already redesigning the unit.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-09
Power train
13% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing differential unit and axle assembly.
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The clutch experienced failure while on the highway and wouldnât go into gear without being put into neutral first then into second gear .
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-01-14
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
Exterior lighting
11% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing headlights.
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Xenon headlights light masks make sides of the road completely dark. Driver cannot see roadway when turning more than 90 degrees on rural roads without street lights. Audi and dealer say"Get use to it".
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-02-26
Engine and engine cooling
11% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing engine.
Structure
8% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing body.
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Parking brake disengaged on 3 occasions: button popped off parking brake handle, as if shot from a gun, and car rolled backward. 1ST instance was prior to August 2012 but no damage because I was still in the car and stopped it.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-05-11
Also filed under Parking brake and service brakes
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2007-04-02Service brakes, hydraulic07E023000 Certain cardone master cylinders with part numbers 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, and 11-3156, and with date codes lower than DCA7078…
Remedy: Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. The recall began during April 2007. Owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780.
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2014-05-01Engine and engine cooling14E007000 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2002 Audi TT — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 20 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 07E023000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 14E007000 · Engine and engine cooling
FAQ
- Is the 2002 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 2002 Audi TT?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2002 Audi TT have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.