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2000 Audi TT problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 94 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 18.8 times the median TT year — the 2000 model ranks #2 of 17 TT years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 32 reports (34% of the total).

94

NHTSA complaints

6

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

4

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2000 compare to other TT years?

TT NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted154 complaints2000: 94 complaints2001: 154 complaints2002: 53 complaints2003: 19 complaints2004: 33 complaints2005: 17 complaints2006: 4 complaints2007: 1 complaints2008: 17 complaints2009: 15 complaints2010: 4 complaints2011: 2 complaints2016: 5 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints
TT NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2000 Audi TT problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System3234%
Engine1516%
Tires & Wheels1415%
Suspension89%
Airbags89%
Fuel System44%
Visibility & Wipers33%
Other22%
Speed Control22%
Body & Structure11%
Lighting11%
Transmission11%
Seat Belts11%
Brakes11%
Steering11%

Does the 2000 Audi TT have recalls?

6 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V470000AirbagsJune 23, 2021 · 62,812 units

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.

Consequence

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.

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.

20V056000AirbagsJanuary 31, 2020 · 106,857 units

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.

Consequence

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.

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.

14E007000EngineMarch 7, 2014 · 50 units

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.

Consequence

A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

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.

01V325000SuspensionOctober 10, 2001 · 3,700 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. MOISTURE COULD ENTER THE REAR TRACK CONTROL ARM'S MOUNTING BUSHING AND BOLT COMBINATION AND CAUSE CORROSION.

Consequence

CORROSION COULD IMPEDE THE FREE MOVEMENT OF THE CONTROL ARM.

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 FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.

99V300000SuspensionNovember 10, 1999 · 6,200 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

IN THE EVENT CONTROL IS LOST, A CRASH MAY OCCUR RESULTING IN INJURY.

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 TOGETHER WITH FIRMER SHOCK ABSORBERS IN FRONT AND REAR. IN ADDITION AUDI WILL INSTALL A REAR SPOILER.

99V222000Fuel SystemAugust 12, 1999 · 52 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, CAUSE A FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL LINE ASSEMBLY.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“I HAD A TIMING BELT FAILURE AT 80K WHICH REQUIRED MOST OF MY ENGINE TO BE REPLACED. MY COMPLAINT IS, AUDI MAINTENANCE DID NOT RECOMMEND A TIMING BELT CHANGE BEFORE 80K. I ALSO HAVE A PROBLEM WITH THE ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEM AND THE REAR SUSPENSION WHICH IS WEARING THE TIRES PREMATURELY AND, SOME OF MY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 15, 2005

“I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT 65 MPH WHEN MY ENGINE SUDDENLY CEASED UP, THE HYDRAULICS STOPPED FUNCTIONING AND I WAS SURROUNDED BY HEAVY TRAFFIC. I MANAGED TO PULL THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD BUT IT WAS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. THE TIMING BELT OF MY AUDI TT 2000 (49K MILES) SNAPPED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 10, 2006

“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE HAD A BLOW OUT IN THE TREAD. THIS OCCURED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THE BLOW OUT WAS CAUSED BY EXCESSIVE USE AND BOTH FRONT TIRES WERE AFFECTED. THE TIRE WAS REPLACED. THE TIRE WAS A…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · July 3, 2006

“DUE TO DEFECTIVE SEAT BELT EQUIPMENT AND AIR BAG NON-DEPLOYMENT THE CONSUMER AND HER DAUGHTER WASN'T RESTRAINED UPON IMPACT. BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SUSTAINED INJURIES. INSURANCE COMPANY DIAGNOSED VEHICLE AS A TOTAL LOST. *MR *PH”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · crash

“I HAD A TIMING BELT FAILURE AT 80K WHICH REQUIRED MOST OF MY ENGINE TO BE REPLACED. MY COMPLAINT IS, AUDI MAINTENANCE DID NOT RECOMMEND A TIMING BELT CHANGE BEFORE 80K. I ALSO HAVE A PROBLEM WITH THE ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEM AND THE REAR SUSPENSION WHICH IS WEARING THE TIRES PREMATURELY AND, SOME OF MY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · September 15, 2005

2000 Audi TT — common questions

Is the 2000 Audi TT reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 94 complaints put the 2000 model at #2 of 17 TT years. It is one of the TT years to avoid.

What are the most common 2000 TT problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (32 complaints), engine (15 complaints), tires & wheels (14 complaints).

Does the 2000 Audi TT have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns affecting the 2000 Audi TT. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Audi TT years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the TT years to avoid are 2001, 2000, 2002, 2004. The cleanest record among TT years belongs to 2023.

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.