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2016 Audi Tt: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

2Safety recalls
2Owner complaints
—NHTSA overall
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The 2016 Audi Tt has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether recalls apply, whether repairs were completed, and what to verify before you buy.

2016 Audi Tt safety record graphic showing 2 recalls, 2 owner complaints.
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Safety record reviewed June 2026 · sourced from NHTSA

The 2016 Audi Tt has 2 safety recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Below is the public model-level safety record. To see whether a specific Tt had applicable recalls repaired and what its decoded VIN says, run that car's VIN.

Safety recalls

1

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Campaign 20V076000 · 12/02/2020

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 .

RiskA damaged fuel tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
RemedyVolkswagen 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 is 20BX.
2

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Campaign 22V543000 · 27/07/2022

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.

RiskAn 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.
RemedyDealers 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 61C1.

What owners complain about

The systems 2016 Audi Tt owners report most often to federal regulators:

Air Bags2
Seats2

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Audi Tt have any recalls?

Yes. The 2016 Audi Tt has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns associated with this model year. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer when the exact VIN is affected. Check your specific VIN to confirm applicability and completion.

What problems do 2016 Audi Tt owners report?

Owners have filed 2 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2016 Audi Tt, most often about the air bags, seats.

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