2006 Audi TT Reliability Report
NHTSA data as of Oct 15, 2026Published Oct 19, 2026
scored
Not enough data to score. Too few were made for a reliable rate.
- Owner complaints
- 4
- Per 10,000 cars
- 33.7
- 1,188 made for the U.S.
- Vs the average car
- –
- Serious outcomes
- 3
- crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
- Recalls
- 0
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
- no overall rating before 2011
Should You Buy the 2006 Audi TT?
We do not score the 2006 Audi TT. Too few were made for a reliable rate, so we show the facts only.
The 2005 TT, from the same generation, scored 76 and rated Good. That is a useful guide, not a guarantee.
The most reported problem is the timing belt, mostly parts breaking or coming apart (2 of 4 complaints). 3 of the 4 complaints describe a serious outcome, such as a crash, a fire, an injury or stalling while driving.
It has no recalls.
Before you buy, get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.
Pros
- No recalls
Cons
- Timing belt: parts breaking or coming apart2 complaints
What Owners Report
We read all 4 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 Audi TT, one by one, and grouped them by the problem they describe. The most reported problems come first. A complaint that describes more than one problem is counted under each, so the counts add up to more than 4.
Timing belt: parts breaking or coming apart
2 complaints (50%)
Parts breaking or coming apart.
Reported Once (4)
Show the 4 problems reported once
- Brakes: loss of braking
- Engine failure: damage
- Tires: parts breaking or coming apart
- Valve train: damage
How the 2006 Audi TT Compares With Other Years
The other TT years of the 1st generation (8N), 2000 to 2006, and the years just before and after it.
| Year | Rating | Score | Vs average | Per 10k cars | Recalls | Most reported problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 This year | Not scored | – | – | 33.7 | 0 | Timing belt: parts breaking or coming apart |
| 2005 | Good | 76 | 0.74× | 32.7 | 0 | Airbag warning light |
| 2004 | Caution | 67 | 1.5× | 40.9 | 1 | Dual-clutch transmission: failure or loss of drive |
| 2003 | Good | 77 | 0.67× | 21.2 | 0 | Instrument cluster: wrong readings |
| 2002 | Good | 74 | 0.85× | 33.2 | 0 | Instrument cluster: stopped working |
| 2001 | Caution | 67 | 1.3× | 54.2 | 3 | Instrument cluster: wrong readings |
| 2000 | Caution | 61 | 2.0× | 89.4 | 5 | Instrument cluster: stopped working |
NHTSA Crash Test Ratings
NHTSA gave the 2006 TT no overall, frontal or side rating. It did rate each seat in those tests and lists the seat ratings under Rating Breakdown on its page. We show them the same way below. These tests are from before 2011, so the stars are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and newer models. See the 2006 TT ratings on NHTSA.gov.
2-door Convertible with side airbags
Check Before You Buy
A checklist for the 2006 TT, from the problems owners report most.
On the Test Drive
- Ask when the timing belt was last replaced. An overdue belt is a big repair to budget for.
Ask the Seller
Ask whether any of these were ever repaired, and ask to see the receipts.
- Timing belt
- Also ask for the service records, especially oil changes.
Before You Pay
- Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic you choose.
- Decode the VIN to confirm the model year, engine and trim.
- Check the title for salvage, flood or rebuilt branding.
What to do next