Most common 2016 Audi TT problems
Share of the 3 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 →
2016 Audi TT recalls (2)
Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, S3 Sedan, R8 Coupe, A3 Sedan, A3 Etron, A3 Cabriolet, 2016 Golf Sportwagen, Golf R, Golf GTI, Golf A7, and E Golf vehicles. During air bag deployment, the front passenger air bag may explode or deploy improperly.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front-passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Audi TT Roadster Quattro and TT Coupe Quattro vehicles. In the event of a crash, the fuel tank may become damaged by the fuel tank heat shield bracket .
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cap on the fuel tank heat shield bracket, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2020.
What 2016 Audi TT owners say
Air bags
Driving on my commute to work. Airbag and passenger seat recognition light came on. Error on my car screen says safety system malfunction. Undetermined if it's both the driver and or passenger seat. Safety at risk should there be an accident and airbag not deployed. Warning lights have been on since September 1, 2025. It comes on and off at random times. 3rd party auto repair confirmed service codes indicates it is a system failure.
Driver seat: the plastic housing on both sides of the driver's seat, near the headrest, have popped open and pulled away from the seat. The is the area where the side airbags are stored and deploy from during a collision. Passenger seat: the plastic housing has popped/pulled away on the passenger seat, near the headrest. This is where the side airbags are stored. Vehicle has been stationary. Occurs with temperature changes or worsens when passenger/driver in respective seat.
2016 Audi TT engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed dual-clutch | AWD | 23 / 30 / 26 |
EPA ratings. Class: Sports car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 Audi TT a good car?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2016 TT rates better than average: 77% fewer complaints than a typical year of the TT at the same age. It is one of the best TT years by this measure. 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 2016 Audi TT?
The air bags — 3 complaints, 100% of all complaints for this model year. Next is the seats (2).
How many recalls does the 2016 Audi TT have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2016 Audi TT, the most recent from July 27, 2022 (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 2016 Audi TT problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 31,000 miles; 100% 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.