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The 2016 Audi TT is associated with 2 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 4 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.

The most frequently reported component area is AIR BAGS,SEATS, accounting for 2 reports (100% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 17 certified vehicle configurations spanning 3l 6-cyl and 2l 4-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 23 to 30 MPG combined. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year.

Official Federal Record Profile
  • • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 2 consumer reports filed
  • • Safety Recall Campaigns: 4 official campaigns
  • • Primary Defect Domain: AIR BAGS,SEATS (2 / 100%)
  • • NCAP Crash Safety: Not rated by NHTSA
  • • EPA Certified Range: 23–30 MPG across 17 powertrain trims
Directly compiled from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA NCAP, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.

What is the fuel economy and range of the 2016 Audi TT?

Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant

Variant Engine Drivetrain Transmission City Highway Combined EV Range Est. Annual Fuel Cost
A6 quattro Diesel 3L 6-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 25 MPG 38 MPG 30 MPG — $2,650 / yr
A7 quattro Diesel 3L 6-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 25 MPG 38 MPG 30 MPG — $2,650 / yr
A3 quattro 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (AM-S6) 24 MPG 33 MPG 27 MPG — $2,300 / yr
A3 Cabriolet quattro 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (AM-S6) 23 MPG 32 MPG 26 MPG — $2,350 / yr
A5 quattro 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Manual 6-spd 22 MPG 32 MPG 26 MPG — $2,900 / yr
A4 quattro 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Manual 6-spd 22 MPG 32 MPG 26 MPG — $2,900 / yr
A6 quattro 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 22 MPG 32 MPG 25 MPG — $3,050 / yr
A7 quattro 3L 6-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 20 MPG 29 MPG 24 MPG — $3,150 / yr
A6 quattro 3L 6-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 20 MPG 29 MPG 24 MPG — $3,150 / yr
A5 quattro 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 21 MPG 30 MPG 24 MPG — $3,150 / yr
A5 Cabriolet quattro 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 21 MPG 29 MPG 24 MPG — $3,150 / yr
A4 quattro 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 21 MPG 30 MPG 24 MPG — $3,150 / yr
allroad quattro 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 21 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $3,150 / yr
Q3 quattro 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 20 MPG 28 MPG 23 MPG — $3,300 / yr
TT Roadster quattro 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (AM-S6) 23 MPG 30 MPG 26 MPG — $2,350 / yr
TT Coupe quattro 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (AM-S6) 23 MPG 30 MPG 26 MPG — $2,350 / yr
TTS Coupe 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (AM-S6) 23 MPG 27 MPG 25 MPG — $3,050 / yr
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.

What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2016 Audi TT?

Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant Overall Rating Frontal Crash Side Crash Rollover Rating Rollover Risk
2 DR AWD —
C AWD —
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as No and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2016 Audi TT models.
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What defect complaints are reported for the 2016 Audi TT?

Summary of 2 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

Total Complaints
2
Crash Reports
0
Fire Reports
0
Complaints w/ Injury
0
Total Injuries
0

Top Reported Problem Categories

Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA

AIR BAGS,SEATS 2 complaints

Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.

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Are there open safety recalls on the 2016 Audi TT?

Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA

NHTSA Campaign #22V543000 Active Recall
Affected Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect Summary: 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.

Free Manufacturer 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 61C1.
NHTSA Campaign #20V076000 Active Recall
Affected Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Defect Summary: 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 .

Free Manufacturer 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 is 20BX.
NHTSA Campaign #19V014000 Active Recall
Affected Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015 Passat, 2015-2016 Eos, 2015-2017 CC, 2016-2017 TT Roadster, TT Coupe, 2017 Audi R8 Coupe, and R8 Spyder vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298; Audi owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69S8 (Audi) and 69Y5 (Volkswagen).
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Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2016 Audi TT

Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2016 Audi TT

How many safety recalls does the 2016 Audi TT have?

The 2016 Audi TT is associated with 4 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.

If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.

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Source: NHTSA Safety Recalls Database (49 U.S.C. 30118)

What are the most common problems reported for the 2016 Audi TT?

NHTSA records list 2 consumer defect complaints for the 2016 Audi TT. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is AIR BAGS,SEATS, appearing in 2 filings (100% of submissions).

Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.

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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

Is there an official NHTSA crash safety rating for the 2016 Audi TT?

An official NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash test rating is not available for the 2016 Audi TT in AutoUtility's current federal dataset.

NHTSA publishes crash safety evaluations for a selected sample of passenger vehicles each model year. Consult NHTSA.gov for active safety equipment records and vehicle safety bulletins.

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Source: NHTSA NCAP Registry

What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2016 Audi TT get?

Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2016 Audi TT range from 23 to 30 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.

Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.

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Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov Certified Database
Official US Government Data Provenance

The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:

  • NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
  • NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
  • U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.

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