2017 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
- 0
- Per 10,000 cars
- 0.0
- 2,189 made for the U.S.
- Vs the average car
- –
- Serious outcomes
- 0
- crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
- Recalls
- 3
- NHTSA crash rating
- –
Should You Buy the 2017 Audi TT?
We do not score the 2017 Audi TT. Too few were made for a reliable rate, so we show the facts only.
The 2016 TT, from the same generation, scored 76 and rated Good. That is a useful guide, not a guarantee.
It has 3 recalls. Audi also offers two warranty extensions that may still apply, for problems with the airbags and engine.
Before you buy, check that the recalls were done, ask an Audi dealer about warranty extension AWA-22-04 and get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.
Pros
- No do-not-drive or park-outside recalls
- 2 Audi warranty extensions may cover repairs
Cons
None stand out.
How the 2017 Audi TT Compares With Other Years
The other TT years of the 3rd generation (8S), 2016 to 2023, and the years just before and after it.
| Year | Rating | Score | Vs average | Per 10k cars | Recalls | Most reported problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Not scored | – | – | 0.0 | 1 | – |
| 2022 | Not scored | – | – | 0.0 | 0 | – |
| 2021 | Not scored | – | – | 0.0 | 0 | – |
| 2020 | Not scored | – | – | 0.0 | 0 | – |
| 2019 | Not scored | – | – | 0.0 | 1 | – |
| 2018 | Not scored | – | – | 14.2 | 2 | – |
| 2017 This year | Not scored | – | – | 0.0 | 3 | – |
| 2016 | Good | 76 | 0.64× | 17.1 | 4 | Seats: parts breaking or coming apart |
| 2015 | Not scored | – | – | 0.0 | 0 | – |
2017 Audi TT Recalls
Three recalls cover the 2017 Audi TT. The most recent was issued in February 2020: “Damaged Fuel Tank May Cause Fuel Leak.” A VIN check at NHTSA shows which are still open on a given car.
Damaged Fuel Tank May Cause Fuel Leak
A damaged fuel tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
NHTSA 20V076000Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Feb 12, 2020. By the second quarter of 2021, 89% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Driver's Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA 19V014000Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jan 11, 2019. By the second quarter of 2020, 79% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Side Marker Lights May Not Illuminate/FMVSS 108
If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 16V642000Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Sep 6, 2016. By the first quarter of 2018, 95% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
2017 Audi TT Warranty Extensions and Programs
Audi has two warranty extensions for the 2017 Audi TT, separate from its recalls. They are for problems with the airbags and engine. Whether one applies to a car depends on its VIN, which an Audi dealer can check.
- Warranty extensionAudi AWA-22-04
Takata driver or passenger airbag inflator failure
- The problem:
- The driver or passenger Takata airbag inflator can fail from a defect. This extension is for cars in the Takata inflator recall.
- The fix:
- An Audi dealer diagnoses the inflators and replaces a failed inflator for free. Inoperable or totaled cars and salvage, rebuilt or flood titles are not covered.
- Who qualifies:
- Cars in the Takata recall. After the main term, coverage lasts 75,000 miles from the recall repair or a time limit, whichever is greater: November 10, 2023, or 2 years if repaired after November 10, 2021.
- Coverage:
- 10 years from the recall repair or 150,000 miles from the original in-service date, whichever comes first. Then a further period applies.
- 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 2017 TT, from its three recalls and two Audi warranty extensions that may still apply.
Confirm the Recalls Were Done
Ask the seller for proof that each of these recalls was repaired.
- Damaged Fuel Tank May Cause Fuel Leak NHTSA 20V076000
- Driver's Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture NHTSA 19V014000
- Side Marker Lights May Not Illuminate/FMVSS 108 NHTSA 16V642000
Ask an Audi Dealer
Ask whether each of these warranty extensions applies to this VIN, and whether the work was done.
- AWA-22-04: takata driver or passenger airbag inflator failure
- 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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