2000 Audi TT

Introduction

The 2000 Audi TT is a compact sports car that was produced from 1998 to 2006. It is powered by a turbocharged 1.8-liter inline-four engine that produces 180 horsepower and 173 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic transmission. The TT is known for its stylish design, sporty handling, and relatively affordable price. However, it has also been plagued by a number of reliability issues.

Engine

• 1.8L Turbocharged Inline-Four
  • Timing Chain Tensioner Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The timing chain tensioner can fail, which can cause the timing chain to skip or break. This can lead to catastrophic engine damage.
    • Solution: Replace the timing chain tensioner.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Intake Manifold Flap Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The intake manifold flaps can fail, which can cause a loss of power and fuel economy.
    • Solution: Replace the intake manifold flaps.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Turbocharger Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The turbocharger can fail, which can cause a loss of power and performance.
    • Solution: Replace the turbocharger.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• Five-Speed Manual Transmission
  • Synchronizer Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The synchronizers can fail, which can make it difficult to shift gears.
    • Solution: Replace the synchronizers.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000
    • Recalls: None Found
• Four-Speed Automatic Transmission
  • Transmission Control Module (TCM) Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The TCM can fail, which can cause the transmission to shift erratically or not at all.
    • Solution: Replace the TCM.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front Suspension Control Arms
  • Ball Joint Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The ball joints in the front suspension control arms can fail, which can cause the wheels to toe out excessively. This can lead to uneven tire wear and a loss of handling.
    • Solution: Replace the ball joints.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
    • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Alternator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The alternator can fail, which can lead to a loss of electrical power.
  • Solution: Replace the alternator.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
    • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Headlight Switch Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The headlight switch can fail, which can cause the headlights to not turn on or off.
  • Solution: Replace the headlight switch.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
    • Recalls: None Found
• Door Lock Actuators
  • Description/Symptoms: The door lock actuators can fail, which can make it difficult to lock or unlock the doors.
  • Solution: Replace the door lock actuators.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600
    • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Heater Core Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The heater core can fail, which can cause the heater to not work.
  • Solution: Replace the heater core.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
    • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2000 Audi TT is a stylish and sporty car, but it is also plagued by a number of reliability issues. The most common problems include timing chain tensioner failure, intake manifold flap failure, turbocharger failure, synchronizer failure, TCM failure, ball joint failure, alternator failure, headlight switch failure, and door lock actuator failure. These issues can be expensive to fix, so it is important to factor them into the cost of ownership when considering purchasing a TT.