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2004 Audi TTRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 25 owner complaints for the 2004 Audi TT. Most complaints involve power train (18) and electrical system (5). The EPA rates it 21–22 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
21–22mpg
EPA · 6 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Mar 2014
Owner complaints
25
Top: power train
Fuel cost / yr
$3,600est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Engine and engine cooling: engine

Free remedy

The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'US9377' stamped on the water pump housing. These service replacement parts were sold for use in model year 1999-2005 Audi A4, 2000-2006 Audi TT, 1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2006 Golf, 1999-2008 and 2011-2013 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2000-2005 Volkswagen Passat. In the affected water pumps, the pulley or sprocket that turns the timing belt may develop microfractures causing the timing belt to fail.

Engine and engine coolingReported Mar 7, 2014NHTSA 14E007000

Power train: clutch assembly

Free remedy

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH DIRECT SHIFT GEARBOX, DURING THE PRODUCTION OF THE GEARBOX, A SEAM AT THE CLUTCH WAS NOT WELDED TO SPECIFICATIONS. THIS COULD LEAD TO DEGRADED PERFORMANCE OF THE CLUTCH INSIDE THE GEARBOX.

Power trainReported Jan 6, 2004NHTSA 04V007000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

25 complaints filed with NHTSA · Feb 2005 – Jul 2019
  1. Power train18
  2. Electrical system5
  3. Fuel/propulsion system2
  4. Air bags1
  5. Electronic stability control (esc)1
  6. Engine1
  7. Fuel system, other1
  8. Tires1
  9. Other / unknown2

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each TT model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
200073
2001130
200238
200318
200425
200511
20064
200814
200912
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Power train

18 reports
“CAR JERKS VIOLENTLY AUDI DEALERSHIP STATE THEY WILL NOT FIX THIS ISSUE ALTHOUGH MY CAR FALLS UNDER THIS CAMPAIGN HTTPS://STATIC.NHTSA.GOV/ODI/RCL/2004/RCRIT-04V007-5629.PDF AUDI CAMPAIGN JA (04V-007) DIRECT SHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION REPLACE DUAL CLUTCH”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 9, 2019Power train, Unknown or otherODI 11230513

Electrical system

5 reports
“FAILED ENGINE TEMPERATURE GAUGE DIAGNOSED BY AUDI TECHNICIAN AS A FAILED INSTRUMENT CLUSTER; THE CLUSTER HAS TO BE REPLACED OR ALL GAUGES MAY FAIL WITHOUT WARNING. *JS”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 20, 2012Electrical systemODI 10455918

Fuel/propulsion system

2 reports
“FUEL SENSOR NOT WORKING PROPERLY; WHILE HAVING GAS, ONCE TANK METER READS 1/2, THE ENGINE SHOT-DOWN, INCORRECTLY TELLING THAT THE TANK IS EMPTY. SAME ISSUES WITH THE CATHALYTIC CONVERTER SYSTEM. ENGINE'S TRANSMISSION WEARING FAST; PUSHING BACK AND FORT WHILE ACCELERATING.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 24, 2018Power train, Electronic stability control (esc), Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11097849
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

6 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Minicompact Cars, Two Seaters
Engines
3.2L 6-cyl · 1.8L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (S6) · Manual 6-spd
Drive
4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
TT Coupe quattro
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.2 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
202422$3,600404
TT Coupe
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
182721$3,800423
TT Coupe quattro
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
182621$3,800423
TT Roadster
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
182621$3,800423
TT Roadster quattro
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.2 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
192521$3,800423
TT Roadster quattro
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
182621$3,800423
  • TT Coupe quattro
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.2 L
    20 city · 24 hwy · $3,600/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • TT Coupe
    Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L, Turbo
    18 city · 27 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • TT Coupe quattro
    Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L, Turbo
    18 city · 26 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • TT Roadster
    Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L, Turbo
    18 city · 26 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • TT Roadster quattro
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.2 L
    19 city · 25 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • TT Roadster quattro
    Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L, Turbo
    18 city · 26 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2004 Audi TT as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 28, 2026Vehicle 1024Vehicle 1023
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2004 TT questions

How many recalls does the 2004 Audi TT have?

2 safety recalls as of Oct 28, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2004 Audi TT problems?

Owners filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (18), electrical system (5), fuel/propulsion system (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2004 Audi TT get?

The EPA rates the 2004 Audi TT at 21–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (6 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026