2016 Audi TT Reliability ReportB+ grade · low risk · system-by-system breakdown
Quick Facts · 2016 Audi TT
- The system most likely to surface first: dsg transmission (s tronic) (major severity).
- Has 2 NHTSA recalls on record — the most notable involves the fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly.
- Scores 3 points below the strongest nearby year — the 2018 Audi TT earns a 88.
Is the 2016 Audi TT Worth Buying?
The 2016 Audi TT is a surprisingly robust and engaging sports coupe, representing one of the safest premium used car purchases in its class. With its proven powertrain and excellent build quality, buyers can confidently invest, provided they commit to its specific, diligent maintenance schedule.
Biggest Strengths
- Robust 2.0 TFSI engine (EA888 Gen 3)
- Exceptional interior quality and Virtual Cockpit
- Quattro AWD system reliability and performance
What Tends to Fail First on the 2016 Audi TT
The systems that break first on the 2016 Audi TT. Mileage windows, repair costs, and fix-before-you-buy notes are in the full report.
2016 Audi TT Recall History
2 recalls on record from NHTSA. Check your VIN atnhtsa.gov to see if the repair was performed.
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 .
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.
What breaks on the 2016 Audi TT?
Full reliability breakdown — engine, transmission, rust, electrical. With repair costs and mileage danger zones.
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