2013 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
- 3
- Per 10,000 cars
- 13.7
- 2,190 made for the U.S.
- Vs the average car
- –
- Serious outcomes
- 2
- crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
- Recalls
- 0
- NHTSA crash rating
- –
Should You Buy the 2013 Audi TT?
We do not score the 2013 Audi TT. Too few were made for a reliable rate, so we show the facts only.
The 2009 TT, from the same generation, scored 68 and rated Caution. That is a useful guide, not a guarantee.
It has no recalls. Audi also offers two warranty extensions that may still apply, for problems with the engine.
Before you buy, ask an Audi dealer about warranty extension AWA-19-06 and get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.
Pros
- No recalls
- 2 Audi warranty extensions may cover repairs
Cons
None stand out.
What Owners Report
We read all 3 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013 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 3.
No problem shows up in more than one of the complaints we read.
Reported Once (4)
Show the 4 problems reported once
- Fuel leak
- Fumes in cabin (cause not stated)
- Struts or shocks: warning lights
- Wheels seized (cause not stated)
How the 2013 Audi TT Compares With Other Years
The other TT years of the 2nd generation (8J), 2008 to 2015, and the years just before and after it.
| Year | Rating | Score | Vs average | Per 10k cars | Recalls | Most reported problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Good | 76 | 0.64× | 17.1 | 4 | Seats: parts breaking or coming apart |
| 2015 | Not scored | – | – | 0.0 | 0 | – |
| 2014 | Not scored | – | – | 0.0 | 0 | – |
| 2013 This year | Not scored | – | – | 13.7 | 0 | – |
| 2012 | Not scored | – | – | 4.4 | 0 | – |
| 2011 | Not scored | – | – | 7.0 | 0 | – |
| 2010 | Not scored | – | – | 33.3 | 1 | Dual-clutch transmission: vibration or shudder |
| 2009 | Caution | 68 | 1.3× | 40.5 | 2 | Dual-clutch transmission: failure or loss of drive |
| 2008 | Good | 79 | 0.51× | 17.8 | 2 | Dual-clutch transmission: harsh or delayed shifts |
2013 Audi TT Warranty Extensions and Programs
Audi has two warranty extensions for the 2013 Audi TT, separate from its recalls. Both are for problems with the engine. Whether one applies to a car depends on its VIN, which an Audi dealer can check.
- Warranty extensionAudi AWA-19-06
Engine water pump failure, 2.0 engine
- The problem:
- The main engine water pump on the 2.0 EA888 engine can fail. A failed water pump can also damage the engine.
- The fix:
- An Audi dealer repairs or replaces a failed water pump. Audi pays 5 to 100 percent of engine damage it caused, based on age and mileage.
- Who qualifies:
- Certain 2008 to 2014 Audis with the 2.0 EA888 engine in the class action settlement. The owner needs records showing the right coolant was used and checked on schedule, within 10 percent, or a signed declaration. Totaled cars are excluded.
- Coverage:
- 10 years or 100,000 miles from the original in-service date, whichever comes first.
- Warranty extensionAudi AWA-24-01
High oil use or fractured pistons
- The problem:
- 2012 to 2014 A4, A5, A6, Q5 and TT can use too much oil. On 2015 to 2017 A3 and 2016 to 2017 TT, a piston can fracture.
- The fix:
- Audi pays 75 percent of an Audi dealer's repair. Engine damage caused by the problem is paid at 25 to 100 percent, based on age and mileage.
- Who qualifies:
- Cars in the settlement class. The owner must prove oil maintenance within 10 percent of schedule during their ownership, or sign a sworn statement if records are missing. Ask an Audi dealer for the exact terms.
- Coverage:
- 9 years or 90,000 miles from the in-service date, whichever comes first. Cars past 9 years on January 29, 2024 got until April 8, 2024.
Check Before You Buy
A checklist for the 2013 TT, from two Audi warranty extensions that may still apply.
Ask an Audi Dealer
Ask whether each of these warranty extensions applies to this VIN, and whether the work was done.
- AWA-19-06: engine water pump failure, 2.0 engine
- AWA-24-01: high oil use or fractured pistons
Ask the Seller
- 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.
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