2001 Audi TT Problems and Repair Histories

Audi TT in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2010	79000		First odometer entry
Mar	2010	80000	0	constant drain on battery, not yet identified. battery dies in 3+days w/o use
Jul	2010	82000	900	alternator failure, no warning lights - car just stopped dead on the road.

 

Audi TT in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2011	92000		First odometer entry
Jul	2011	94000	400	Noise coming from front left suspension. Creaking and popping noise.

 

Audi TT in Missouri, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2010	108000		First odometer entry
Sep	2010	108000	3530	charged AC, worked for a day. then took it back and had to replace compressor and fan. Then had all sorts of other problems pop up... Fuse block and harness replaced, with alternator Driver side window motor replaced at cost to owner of $330
May	2011	114000	500	Replaced all spark plugs and all coils due to pre-ignition.
Jul	2012	126000	100	4th time in 4 years trying to get AC fixed. $2000 so far. Dealership replaced a switch and covered the labor.
Mar	2013	128000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2010	107000		First odometer entry
Sep	2010	109000	450	Fuel pump went out, so was replaced along with fuel filter.
Apr	2011	114000	800	New front axle replaced due to torn cv boot

 

Audi TT in Michigan, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2009	129000		First odometer entry
May	2009	130000	0	During the 130,000 miles scheduled maintenance it was discovered that both rear sway bar links have play in them and need to be replaced. I decided to defer repair until the next scheduled maintenance at 140,000 miles.
Oct	2009	134000	700	Oil leak at timing belt pulley dripped on coolant flange causing it to crack. Leaking small amount of oil and coolant. Replace variable camshaft timing belt housing gasket and tension cover gasket kit. Replace coolant flange at rear of cylinder head.
Dec	2009	137000	0	Replace license plate light sockets, replace right running light socket. Disconnect headlight washers to stop leak. Replace thermostat and housing. Replace left inner CV boot. Replace front engine seal cam and crank.
May	2010	145000	425	Ignition coil pack for cylinder three failed. Had all four coil packs replaced.
Aug	2010	148000	548	Oil cooler was leaking due to abrasion from an adjoining part. Replaced. Minor leaking stopped.
Feb	2011	154000	920	Coolant flange replaced under warranty. Oil change. Oil pan drain hole stripped. Insert placed. Replace molded plastic tube from suction jet to intake manifold. Replace suction jet and one way check valve with three way splitter.
Mar	2011	155000	372	Serpentine belt pulley tore off engine. Pulley and belt had to be replaced
Aug	2011	161000	900	Transmission seals leaking.  Windshield washer reservoirs leaking.
Oct	2011	163000	2000	Replaced front sway bar bushings. Replaced front struts. Replaced front control arm bushings. Replaced rear stabilizer links.
Dec	2011	165000	2000	Replace alternator. Broken bolt at main #1 bearing at crankshaft. Replace all bolts for main caps. Replace oil pump. Replace main #1 bearing.
Jan	2012	165700	400	Replace front left outer axle shaft boot (CV boot)
Oct	2012	176700	1800	Replace electronic Haldex controller
Mar	2013	185000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2010	100000		First odometer entry
Apr	2011	130000	750	Leaking rubber brake line, replaced all 4 corners. Tie rod end going bad, replaced entire tie rod assembly including both ends. Drivers side.
Jun	2011	131000	1000	Temperature sensor housing cracked causing antifreeze leak. Rear wheel bearings also replaced.
Jul	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Tennessee, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2010	115000		First odometer entry
Aug	2010	116000	862	Preventative timing belt and tensioner replacement. Preventative water pump replacement. Replace worn CV boots.
Sep	2010	117000	497	I removed the gauge cluster myself and shipped it out to be repaired, then reinstalled it myself. CV boot that had just been replaced in August 2010 came loose. Mechanic replaced clamp, but it came loose again 2 days later. Mechanic now says axle may need to be replaced.
Mar	2011	125000	560	Intermittnet strong smell of fuel with driver window down. Replaced fuel sending unit gasket. Did not fix problem. Took car in for tune-up, plugs, etc. and mechanic suggested replacing PCV system, which was quite worn. Cost was too high and it was still functioning properly, so I decided to wait.
Apr	2011	126000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Washington, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2012	101000		First odometer entry
Feb	2012	101000	205	Battery replaced with new Optima Red Top 35. Perfect fit.
Jun	2012	103000	25	Coolant temperature gauge read very low all the time. Replaced temp sensor with new green one. Problem solved. Time = <15 minutes.
Sep	2012	106000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2010	93000		First odometer entry
Aug	2010	95500	1400	Both Rear shocks had blown and were replaced with a coilover suspension.
Aug	2011	98000	200	New suspension bushings
Jan	2013	101000	1000	Timing belt service. New gaskets. New motor mounts.

 

Audi TT in Colorado, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2009	84000		First odometer entry
Jan	2010	85000	280	Windshield-washer nozzles plugged up. Problem returned in less than a week.
Feb	2010	85500	280	Clogged windshield washer nozzle. Four repair visits. Problem returned immediately after visits 2-4. Cleaned during 2nd, no work during 3rd. 4th supposedly involved a part replacement, which I highly doubt.
Mar	2010	86000	0	Clogged windshield washer nozzle. I gave up on the dealer, who claims "normal," and now clear the nozzles myself. Time between failures has greatly increased.
Oct	2011	95000	135	Stability control sensor replacement.
Feb	2012	95000	75	Loss of power assistance under boost due to failed vacuum line (line going into the vacuum booster).
Mar	2012	96000	180	Driver's door latch wore out, had to be replaced.
Apr	2013			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2009	91760		First odometer entry
Jan	2010	93000	750	Exhaust flex pipe cracked/broken Valve cover gasket and cam tensioner gasket were leaking drivers side ball joint was worn
Feb	2010	97340	0	Timing belt/tensioner/dampener/water pump replaced, only because I had no record of when these things were done when I purchased the car. Upper strut bushings and bearings were replaced because I noticed they were worn while the car was in for repairs on the previous visit to my garage. Stock radio head unit not functioning. Replaced with new non-oem unit.
Apr	2010	103080	0	Drivers side mirror glass loose, unable to adjust, mirror constantly shaking. Glass had become detached from inside unit, glass was re-attached with body shop glue specifically for this type of problem, mirror now functions normally and does not vibrate.
Jul	2010	106640	175	low oil pressure light came on while driving. Had car towed to shop. routine oil/filter change done, problem persisted, oil pressure switch was then replaced, and this solved the issue.
Feb	2011	116560	50	Noticed an unusual noise coming from engine...vag-com was run and came up with "inconsistent throttle." Mechanic checked throttle valve hose and it was worn. Hose was simply cut and re-attached to valve, repairing issue.

 

Audi TT in Tennessee, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2010	88000		First odometer entry
Apr	2010	89000	2900	Clutch was shot, as was flywheel. Converted dual-mass flywheel to single mass and replaced clutch.
May	2010	89000	900	Front sway bar linkage was rattling over bumps;  replaced torn CV boots (inner & outer).

 

Audi TT in Colorado, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2011	79000		First odometer entry
Mar	2012	90000	1700	Water pump quit working. Got water pump replaced, new timing belt at the same time.
Oct	2012	99000	0	Making a clicking noise. CV joints were replaced. Suspension refresh, including ball joints, tie rod ends, sway bar end links, control arm bushings. The car was rattling on the road.

 

Audi TT in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2011	58280		First odometer entry
Dec	2011	59520	380	The alternator cable overheated due to loose connection, overheating the junction and damaging main fuse panel in battery compartment. Dealer estimated $2000 saying harness had melted. I refused repair. I replaced the fuse panel with a new part and a new crimp connector was installed on the alternator cable.
Jun	2012	60140	0	Replaced all 4 ignition coils Replaced rear shocks. Rear coil was damaged (broken 4 inches from end.
Sep	2012	60760	75	Left outer tie rod was faulty, replaced both sides replaced rubber strut mount bushing
Oct	2012	60760	800	Timing belt service consisting of timing belt, tensioner, roller water pump and ribbed accessory belt. Timing belt was starting to show visible signs of age (surface cracks).
Mar	2013	62620		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2010	86000		First odometer entry
Dec	2010	87000	1000	Engine idle sensor failed. Replaced throttle body and air flow sensor.
Apr	2011	89000	750	Replaced alternator. During work, discovered a cracked EGR tube, which was replaced 2 days later. Replaced EGR tube.
Jul	2012	99700	1600	Replaced compressor, expansion valve & evaporator.
Sep	2012	101000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Wisconsin, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2011	98000		First odometer entry
Apr	2013	107000	21	Bolt missing from stabilizer bar.

 

Audi TT in District of Columbia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2009	31000		First odometer entry
Sep	2011	33000	1350	Rear window on convertible top fell out. Began with small area of delamination from canvas and was totally unglued within 3 days. No way to readhere glass - had to buy new top.
Jul	2012	35000	1200	Fuel pump failed - car would not start.
Mar	2013	36000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Oregon, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2010	24000		First odometer entry
Jun	2012	26000	200	Check engine light is on stating that fuel air mixture is lean. Master cylinder not maintaining vacuum. Replaced. Coolant sensor going off semi-regularly despite coolant level and temperature being within normal levels. The shop replaced the coolant reservoir and sensor.
Mar	2013	27000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2011	80000		First odometer entry
Nov	2011	81000	90	Convertible top window (upper portion) was separating from cloth. Repair shop "glued" window back to top.

 

Audi TT in Maine, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2011	82000		First odometer entry
Jul	2011	85500	975	Replaced pass side cv joint
Jul	2012	88000	1200	TC light on. Gave garage a list of items to work on. Small leak on termostat housing. Replaced broken oil stick tube.

 

Audi TT in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2011	75000		First odometer entry
Aug	2011	76000	395	Sudden timing belt failure while driving 60mph. Dealer covered cost to rebuild engine and replace timing belt & tensioner. I also replaced water pump at cost of $395 at same time as preventive maintenance. Runs fine since repaired.
Jan	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Washington, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2012	168000		First odometer entry
Mar	2012	168000	250	Bought the car from dealer, had a oil change and car inspected. They found the bolts loose on the driver side CV joint, loosing grease. Ordered new CV joint and replaced. No oil leaks or other problems found, drives great.

 

Audi TT in Connecticut, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2010	81000		First odometer entry
Feb	2011	83500	127	Had a full inspection, replaced a fog light, Needs new timing belt etc...  and valve cover gasket.
Jul	2012	95000	1800	Replaced timing belt, water pump and hoses. New tires.

 

Audi TT in Arizona, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2011	105000		First odometer entry
Aug	2011	106000	950	Wiring harness from alternator had been badly burnt causing poor or no connection preventing the car from running long distances.
Mar	2012	117000	65	Secondary air pump had split open at seams causing an air leak during cold starts.
Jun	2012	120000	550	Oil appeared to be leaking onto coil causing it to be defective . Maf sensor was also defective.
Mar	2013	127000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2009	60000		First odometer entry
Dec	2009	66000	1100	Timing belt replacement, 60k service
Apr	2010	73300	1634	Clutch slave cylinder.
Jun	2010	80000	450	Air conditioning problems. Replaced auxiliary fan assembly.
Apr	2011	88700	300	Alternator replacement.
Aug	2011	93000	210	Coolant leak due to cracked coolant flange.
Oct	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Nebraska, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2010	59000		First odometer entry
Oct	2010	60000	1200	Timing belt tensioner failed. Damage valves as a result. Replaced belt, tensioner, 8 exhaust valves, water pump, serpentine belt and its tensioner.
Mar	2011	61000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2009	65000		First odometer entry
Mar	2011	75000	600	Vacuum leak, replaced various vacuum hoses.
May	2011	76000	200	Alternator died
Sep	2012	87000	500	torn turbo hose
Apr	2013	85000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Washington, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2009	33000		First odometer entry
May	2009	33000	150	Replaced longitudinal acceleration sensor.
Mar	2013	38000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2009	72000		First odometer entry
Sep	2009	75000	2600	Timing belt tensioner failed at 74500 miles resulting in slipped belt and crashed valves. Mechanic repaired head and did the rest of the normal timing belt service as well. Mechanic noticed that a vacuum hose harness had become brittle and cracked and so replaced it. Plastic funnel that holds the dipstick had become brittle and broken.
Apr	2010	77300	700	Intermittent noise was diagnosed as worn front axles and bearings. These were replaced. (This also then required a front-end alignment and so the garage aligned front and back.)
Oct	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2009	23000		First odometer entry
Jun	2010	29000	230	I broke the mirror adjustment switch when I leaned on it. Dealer replaced it. Part is too fragile for it's use! Cost me $130 for the part and $55 to install it. Passenger window suddenly stopped operating. Dealer said that the computer that constrols the windows needed some re-programming. Cost $50 to reprogram.
Dec	2012	34000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2010	68000		First odometer entry
Mar	2011	68500	2467	Repair connector for left stop lamp. Replace leaking power steering pressure sensor. Replace engine temperature sensor. Replace thermostat. Replace front and rear O2 sensors. Replace rear-view mirror.
Jan	2013	74300	4184	Replace alternator, power steering pump, thermostat, water pump, motor mount, serpentine belt, timing belt, idlers and seals.
Mar	2013	75000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi TT in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2012	151000		First odometer entry
Jan	2013	163300	200	Ignition coil pack
May	2013	170000	2000	The sway bar had to be replaced entirely.

 

Audi TT in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2009	100000		First odometer entry
Jun	2009	113000	150	Replaced front and rear brake pads, bled brakes and replaced fluid
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.