2016 AUDI TT — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
5
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
7
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 AUDI TT
The 2016 AUDI TT has received a total of 5 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY. 7 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Air Bags (3 complaints).
Recalls for the 2016 AUDI TT
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2016 AUDI TT, potentially affecting up to 9,788 vehicles.
Recall 22V543000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
| 1,216 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in serious injury or death. An improper air bag deployment may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.
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. Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69DY and...
View full details →Recall 20V076000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
| 8,572 vehicles affected
Defect: 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 .
Consequence: A damaged fuel tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
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. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 AUDI TT
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 AUDI TT. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
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.
THE TRIM ON BOTH SIDES OF THE FRONT SEATS IS LOOSE AND BROKEN, I AM CONCERNED THAT THE AIRBAG WON'T DEPLOY PROPERLY IF NOT ADDRESSED BY AUDI. THE DEALERSHIP WANTS $2700 TO FIX THIS ISSUE. I HAVE CONTACTED AUDI CUSTOMER CARE AND THEY HAVE ADVISED THAT IT IS CUSTOMER PAY DUE TO BEING OUTSIDE THE WARRANTY PERIOD.
THE TRIM ON BOTH SIDES OF THE FRONT SEATS IS LOOSE AND BROKEN, I AM CONCERNED THAT THE AIRBAG WON'T DEPLOY PROPERLY IF NOT ADDRESSED BY AUDI. THE DEALERSHIP WANTS $2700 TO FIX THIS ISSUE. I HAVE CONTACTED AUDI CUSTOMER CARE AND THEY HAVE ADVISED THAT IT IS CUSTOMER PAY DUE TO BEING OUTSIDE THE WARRANTY PERIOD.
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.
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.
Safety Rating for the 2016 AUDI TT
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 AUDI TT in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 AUDI TT
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 7 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 AUDI TT. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
A3924712074764_1 — POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides service information pertaining to whining noises in the overrun between 110 - 80 mph.
A3724162074802_1 — POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides information for when there is a leak from the end cover of the dual clutch.
DC_Q5 Hybrid — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This document provides clarity on the MY24 Audi Q5 Hybrid fault code with technical service bulletin release on Monday, June 24.
TRMSCDPS_Audi — AIR BAGS
In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 1,800 Audi owners in the state of South Carolina on January 20, 2020.
A9119202058094_1 — EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains instructions for when the audio sounds distorted. 2016,2017,2019 TTRS
SM 122-2019 — EQUIPMENT
The part numbers listed in the document are to be returned and only the superseded part numbers going forward.
Edition110 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical bulletins and updates
NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 AUDI TT
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the AUDI TT
- 2011 AUDI TT — 2 complaints
- 2012 AUDI TT — 0 complaints
- 2013 AUDI TT — 0 complaints
- 2014 AUDI TT — 0 complaints
- 2015 AUDI TT — 0 complaints
- 2016 AUDI TT (current)
- 2017 AUDI TT — 0 complaints
- 2018 AUDI TT — 0 complaints
- 2019 AUDI TT — 0 complaints
- 2020 AUDI TT — 0 complaints
- 2021 AUDI TT — 0 complaints