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2001 Audi Tt

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
120
Latest Dec 18, 2024
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
5
Latest Jun 23, 2021
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
0
Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
7
2 injuries, 0 deaths reported

Overview

Our database contains 120 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2001 Audi Tt, most frequently naming the electrical, engine and airbags categories. 5 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 97 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

5 campaigns cover this model year

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Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
21V470000

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Jun 23, 2021
62,812 units potentially affected
The defect: 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.
The 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.
The 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. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69CJ.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.Manufacturer number 69CJView on NHTSA.gov
20V056000

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Jan 31, 2020
106,857 units potentially affected
The defect: 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.
The 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.
The 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. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BT.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.Manufacturer number 69BTView on NHTSA.gov
14E007000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Mar 7, 2014
50 units potentially affected
The defect: 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 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold for use in model year 1999-2005 Audi A4, 2000-2006 Audi TT, 1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2006 Golf, 1999-2008 and 2011-2013 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2000-2005 Volkswagen Passat. In the affected water pumps, the pulley or sprocket that turns the timing belt may develop microfractures causing the timing belt to fail.
The risk: A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The 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.
The Gates CorporationView on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

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AirbagsBrakesDriver assistance
Filed Dec 18, 2024

The contact owns a 2001 Audi TT. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH and following a slight left curve in the road, the rear end of the vehicle was drifting to the left and to the right violently. The contact had difficulty regaining control of the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that before the loss of control there was an abnormal sound like metal striking the ground from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated slowed the vehicle and was able to drive back to the residence. The contact stated that he observed that the rear driver's side tire was leaning into the wheel well at an angle. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Additionally, the contact stated that prior to the failure, the check brake warning, electronic stability control, and the air bag warning lights were illuminated. The contact depressed the brake pedal, and the pedal was soft and spongy. The contact refilled the brake reservoir, and the brake warning light turned off; however, the brake warning light illuminated again. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the rear suspension failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 01V325000 (Suspension). The failure mileage was approximately 144,000.

NHTSA ID
11631352
Incident
Nov 28, 2024
Mileage
144,000 mi
Powertrain (other)
Filed May 17, 2024

While driving on a city street in Ann Arbor Michigan, the manual transmission shift lever snapped off. The lever detached at the base right above the spring assembly that allows the shifter to be moved into reverse. I was stuck in third gear and had to feather the clutch and keep the revs high in order to get through a traffic light and pull into a parking garage. The part required a complete replacement (completed myself).

NHTSA ID
11589250
Incident
Jul 15, 2015
Airbags
Filed Aug 9, 2022
Crash reported1 injury reported

The contact owns a 2001 Audi TT. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle crashed into a deer causing significant damage to the front end. During the crash, neither the front driver side nor passenger side air bags were deployed. The driver sustained an injured neck and lower back which required medical treatment. The front seat passenger was not injured. The vehicle was later towed to the home. No police report was taken. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the incident. The failure mileage was 94,000.

NHTSA ID
11478335
Incident
Jul 21, 2022
Mileage
94,000 mi
ElectricalExterior lighting
Filed Nov 25, 2018

HEADLIGHTS JUST STOPPED WORKING AGAIN FOR THE UMPTEENTH TIME. PARK LIGHT AND HIGH BEAMS WORK FINE. THIS IS A REOCCURRING PROBLEM WITH THE LOW BEAMS. CAN BE DRIVING ALONG FINE AND CUT CAR OFF AND START BACK UP AND LOW BEAMS JUST WON'T COME ON. IF IT WAS 1 AT A TIME I COULD SEE IT AS BEING NO PROBLEM BUT THEY BOTH STOP WORKING AT THE SAME TIME. KEEP REPLACING SWITCH AND HEADLIGHTS...THINKING THIS WOULD ALLEVIATE PROBLEM TO NO AVAIL. SEE THIS IS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH AUDI OWNERS. ALSO SEE THAT IT'S A RECALL ON THE NEWER MODELS BUT NOT THE LATE MODELS.

NHTSA ID
11153591
Incident
Nov 22, 2018
Mileage
80,000 mi
Filed Jun 30, 2018

MY VEHICLE HAS BE TAKEN BY A WOMAN THAT WAS FRAUDULANT TO ME BY TRADING ANOTHER PERSONS VEHICLE TO ME AND I BELIEVE MY VEHICLE IS IN THE HANDS OF A CAR THIEF WHO CLAIMED TO BE A NOTARTY, BECAUSE THE TITLE OF THE VEHICLE GIVEN TO ME WAS FRUDULANT. THE PHONE NUMBER OF THIS WOMAN IS HOW I FOUND OUT THAT SHE WAS NOT WHO SHE SAID SHE WAS. BEING THAT I FOUND OUT SHE WAS NOT THE TRUE OWNER OF THE TRADED VEHICLE. I FOUND OUT HER TRUE IDENTITY BY LOOKING UP THE DESCRIBED NAME FROM THE PHONE ID CHECK AND THEN BY FACEBOOK. THE LAW INFORCMENT OFFICERS THAT I HAD TALK TO ARE NOT WANTING TO HELP ME REPORT MY CAR STOLEN TO GET MY CAR BACK INSTEAD THEY ARE TELLING ME TO SIGN A RELEASE OF OWNERSHIP SO THEN I WONT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR WHAT HAPPENS TO IT. SO FAR I HAVE RECIVED TOLL CHARGES CAUSED BY THE FRUDULANT WOMAN THAT HAS AFFECTED MY LICENSE. AND IN ORDER TO TAKE CARE OF THESE TOLL BILLS I NEED I STOLEN VEHICLES REPORT TO SHOW THAT IT WASNT ME WHO CAUSED THE TOLL BILLS. THEREFORE I AM MAKING THIS REPORT SO I CAN BE HEARD THAT THIS CAR THIEF NEEDS TO BE STOPPED. AND SHE NEEDS TO RETURN MY VEHICLE, BUT I JUST DONT KNOW WHY Y VEHICLE CANT BE REPORTED AS STOLEN.

NHTSA ID
11104839
Incident
Mar 18, 2018
Mileage
194,000 mi
Driver assistance
Filed Mar 18, 2017

"TAKATA RECALL" INTERMITTENTLY HAS NO POWER THE RPM REV HIGH WITH NO POWER IN ACCELERATOR THIS HAS HAPPENED ON AND OFF THE HIGHWAY AND WHILE MERGING INTO TRAFFIC THE CAR BECOMES POWERLESS. THERE HAVE BEEN NO STALLING JUST ALL OF A SUDDEN HAS NO POWER AND THE RPM'S REV HIGH BUT YOU'RE GOING NOWHERE. IT'S NOT SPUTTERING JUST BECOMES POWERLESS THERE IS NO SPECIFIC GEAR

NHTSA ID
10966677
Incident
Nov 15, 2016
Mileage
120,000 mi
AirbagsElectricalFuel system
Filed Aug 8, 2016

ELECTRICAL ISSUE WITH GAUGE CLUSTER, FUEL GAUGE INACCURATE (RUNS OUT OF GAS IN MIDDLE OF HWY), LOW OIL PRESSURE LIGHT COMES ON (MANUAL SAYS TO STOP IMMEDIATELY WHEN LIGHT COMES ON), AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON! EVERYTHING I HAVE READ STATES THESE ARE ALL PROBLEMS WITH THE GAUGE CLUSTER (COST OVER $1000 TO HAVE REPLACED!) AUDI USA KNOWS ABOUT PROBLEM BUT REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. AUDI HAS A RECALL IN THE UK FOR THIS PROBLEM, WHY NOT HERE IN THE U.S. ?? THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE!

NHTSA ID
10894098
Incident
Aug 6, 2016
Mileage
82,195 mi
Electrical
Filed Jan 6, 2015

THIS IS A KNOW PROBLEM WITH AUDI. THEY REFUSE TO RECALL, BUT I WANTED TO JUST ADD TO THE LIST OF PEOPLE HAVING AN ISSUE HERE. THE GAUGES ARE FLICKERING (GAUGE CLUSTER). THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL.

NHTSA ID
10670350
Incident
Jan 1, 2015
Mileage
125,000 mi

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

A0023742052680_4

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.

A0021482021205_6

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; STRUCTURE

This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.

AWC 19-05

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries.

AWC 19-04

EQUIPMENT

This communication is issued to remind dealers of the repair validation process for repair group 19. 2005-2019 A3, 1996-2019 A4, 2008-2019 A5, 1992-2019 A6, 2012-2019 A7, 1997-2019 A8, 2019 E-Tron, 2015-2019 Q3, 2010-2019 Q5, 2007-2019 Q7, 2019 Q8, 2000-2019 TT, 2008-2018 R8

A0019212052680_1

AIR BAGS; EQUIPMENT; SEAT BELTS

This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). 2008-2021A3, 2015-2021A3 Cabrio, 2005-2016 A3 Sportback, 1999-2021 A4, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 1999-2012 A4 Avant, 2003-2009 A4 Cabrio, 2010-2021 A5 Cabrio, 2008-2021 A5 Coupe, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 1999-2021A6, 1999-2011A6 Avant, 2008-2020 A7, 1999-2021 A8, 2008-2019 e-tron, 2019-2021 e-tron quattro, 2015-2021 Q3, 2009-2021 Q5, 2007-2021 Q7, 2019 Q8, 2008-2020 R8 Coupe, 2011-2020 R8 Spyder, 2017-2019 RS3, 2007-2008 RS4, 2008 RS4 Cabrio, 2010-2021 RS5, 2010-2020 RS5 Cabrio, 2016-2018 RS6, 2016-2018 RS7, 2004-2012 S4, 2004-2009 S4 Cabrio, 2010-2021 S5 Cabrio, 2008-2021 S5 Coupe, 2018-2021 S5 Sportback, 2007-2021 S6, 2008-2020 S7, 2007-2009 S8, 2018-2021 SQ5, 2000-2021 TT Coupe, 2001-2021 TT Roadster, 2012 TT/RS Coupe

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EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light lens.

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Audi Tt by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2024000—
2023010—
2022000—
2021000—
2020000—
2019010—
2018010—
2017010—
2016320—
2015000—
2014000—
2013000—
2012000—
2011100—
2010411—
2009122153.6
2008142042.5
2007100—
2006410—
2005111029.8
2004252037.7
2003131030.6
2002382046.5
2001Viewing1205049.3
2000736046.0
1999000—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.