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2018 Audi Tt Roadster problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2018 Audi Tt Roadster — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

2

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other Tt Roadster years?

Tt Roadster NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted4 complaints2012: 2 complaints2013: 3 complaints2016: 4 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 2 complaints
Tt Roadster NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2018 Audi Tt Roadster problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes150%
Seat Belts150%

Does the 2018 Audi Tt Roadster have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V863000Fuel SystemDecember 5, 2018 · 1,104 units

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, A3 Sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The fuel hose quick connector may detach from the fuel supply line in the engine bay, resulting in a fuel leak.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the engine compartment can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will secure the fuel line connection, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BK.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“THE BRAKE SYSTEM ON THIS CAR IS NOT VENTED PROPERLY AND THUS OVERHEATS UNDER HEAVY BRAKING, RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE WEAR, MELTING OF ELECTRONICS, AND POTENTIALLY CATASTROPHIC FAILURE WHICH COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH. I KNOW A NUMBER OF PEOPLE WITH THIS SAME MODEL CAR WHO HAVE HAD SIMILAR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 24, 2017

“THE SEAT BELTS IN THE 2018 AUDI TT SERIES HAVE BEEN PLACED TOO LOW ON THE FRAME SUCH THAT THERE IS A STRONG TENDENCY FOR THE SEAT BELTS TO RIDE DOWN FROM THE OCCUPANT'S SHOULDER THEREBY CREATING A DANGEROUS SITUATION IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION. IT IS A DESIGN DEFECT.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · July 1, 2018

2018 Audi Tt Roadster — common questions

Is the 2018 Audi Tt Roadster reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Audi Tt Roadster have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2018 Audi Tt Roadster. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.