Most common 2000 Audi TT problems
Share of the 73 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Audi TT complaints by model year
Best TT years: 2016, 2005, 2003. Years to avoid: 2001, 2002, 2004, 2000. Compare all years →
2000 Audi TT recalls (5)
Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
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.
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.
Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
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.
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.
Suspension › Rear
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 free remedy within a…
Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm
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.
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.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
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.
What 2000 Audi TT owners say
Electrical system all 31 →
I am reaching out to you after our attempts to reach a satisfactory resolution to our 2000 Audi TT concerns has not been resolved. I will summarize our needs/concerns for you. We purchased our new 2000 Audi TT in 2000. We have had all regular service and repairs done at an Audi authorized dealer in north scottsdale, az and between 2005-2009, while living/working for a short-term in san jose, ca. We put minimal miles on this vehicle as a second automobile. Our current mileage is 82,000 miles. In 2005, at 53,813 miles, we had regular service performed at stevens creek Audi, in san jose, ca. During that visit, we stated concern over the instrument cluster panel's warning of a problem with our headlights, low beams or parking lights. …
I own a 2000 Audi TT and the Audi dealer service confirms that the TT's instrument panel has an internal problem which requires replacement of the instrument cluster at a cost estimate of $1193.13. The TT has a known instrument cluster failure problem and Audi has provided relief to owners regarding the instrument failure in both the uk and the us. The car has less than 75,000 mile on it and instrument failure at this low mileage is unacceptable. Audi says the car is out of warranty and they would do nothing, which seems like a ridiculous response as the problems affects the speedometer and safety warning lights. The instrument panel can only be replaced by the dealer to preserve auto settings. This type of safety defect should be the responsibility of the manufacturer.
Engine & cooling
I was informed about an engine component recall involving the water pump that was used when replacing the timing components at the vehicle's 100,000 mile service interval. The vehicle tends to start running a little over normal operating temperature while sitting still for more than 5-8 minutes after driving in weather over 60 degrees fahrenheit. The vehicle also runs at higher temperature than normal when driving in slower traffic (under 35mph) I believe the water pump used is part of the recall.
I am reaching out to you after our attempts to reach a satisfactory resolution to our 2000 Audi TT concerns has not been resolved. I will summarize our needs/concerns for you. We purchased our new 2000 Audi TT in 2000. We have had all regular service and repairs done at an Audi authorized dealer in north scottsdale, az and between 2005-2009, while living/working for a short-term in san jose, ca. We put minimal miles on this vehicle as a second automobile. Our current mileage is 82,000 miles. In 2005, at 53,813 miles, we had regular service performed at stevens creek Audi, in san jose, ca. During that visit, we stated concern over the instrument cluster panel's warning of a problem with our headlights, low beams or parking lights. …
Wheels & tires
I own a 2000 Audi TT and the Audi dealer service confirms that the TT's instrument panel has an internal problem which requires replacement of the instrument cluster at a cost estimate of $1193.13. The TT has a known instrument cluster failure problem and Audi has provided relief to owners regarding the instrument failure in both the uk and the us. The car has less than 75,000 mile on it and instrument failure at this low mileage is unacceptable. Audi says the car is out of warranty and they would do nothing, which seems like a ridiculous response as the problems affects the speedometer and safety warning lights. The instrument panel can only be replaced by the dealer to preserve auto settings. This type of safety defect should be the responsibility of the manufacturer.
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 Firestone fuzion hri 225/45r17 91h.
2000 Audi TT engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 5-speed manual | FWD | 19 / 29 / 23 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 5-speed manual | 4WD/AWD | 18 / 26 / 21 |
EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2000 Audi TT a good car?
Based on 73 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2000 TT rates avoid: 4.4× as many complaints as a typical year of the TT at the same age. It is one of the TT years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Audi TT?
The electrical system — 31 complaints, 42% of all complaints for this model year, most often about instrument cluster/panel. Next are the engine & cooling (15) and wheels & tires (12).
How many recalls does the 2000 Audi TT have?
There are 5 recalls for the 2000 Audi TT, the most recent from June 23, 2021 (inflator module). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Audi TT?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2016, 2005 and 2003. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2001, 2002, 2004 and 2000. See the full Audi TT years comparison.
At what mileage do 2000 Audi TT problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 70,000 miles; 18% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.