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Audi Tt Roadster problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Tt Roadster from 2012 to 2018: 7 owner complaints and 5 recalls across 5 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2016 (3), 2018 (2), 2012 (1). Best fuel economy: 26 mpg combined (2018).

Audi Tt Roadster
Photo: Lothar Spurzem · CC BY-SA 2.0 de · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical2
Brakes2
Airbags2
Exterior lights1
Transmission & drivetrain1
Other / unknown1
Seats1
Seat belts1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20120126
20130126
20162326
20172026
20181226

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Audi Tt Roadster?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2016 (3), 2018 (2), 2012 (1).

How many recalls has the Audi Tt Roadster had?

Across 2012–2018, NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).