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2016 Audi Tt Roadster: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2016 Audi Tt Roadster: 2 recalls, 3 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.

2vehicle recalls
3owner complaints
0mention a crash
26best combined mpg
2016 Audi Tt Roadster
Photo: Lothar Spurzem · CC BY-SA 2.0 de · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Exterior lights, Electrical Vehicle recall #16V642000 · 2016 · 79,895 vehicles

What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 tt roadster, a3 cabriolet, a3 sedan and a3 e-tron, 2016-2017 tt coupe, 2017 a4 sedan and q7 and 2015-2017 q3 vehicles. The affected vehicles May have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to…

Why it matters: If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle May be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. This recall began November 2016.

Airbags Vehicle recall #19V014000 · 2019 · 119,394 vehicles

What's wrong: 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.

Why it matters: 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.

The fix: 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

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Airbags2
Seats1
Electrical1

What owners describe

The 2016 Audi Tt Roadster has 3 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 5 Tt Roadster model years for complaints (2.1× the average Tt Roadster year). Neighboring years: 2017 (0 complaints, 2 recalls).

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
2.0 L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (AM-S6)All-Wheel Drive233026Regular

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FAQ

Does the 2016 Audi Tt Roadster have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2016 Audi Tt Roadster. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2016 Audi Tt Roadster problems?

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (2), seats (1), electrical (1).

What gas mileage does the 2016 Audi Tt Roadster get?

EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (AM-S6)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2016 Audi Tt Roadster repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

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