2001 Audi TT Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 5%of 120 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 68,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the suspension of the 2001 Audi TT, 5% of the 120 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 68,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“2001 Audi TT 4 transmissions failures, overheating, thermostat fails every 60k, engine plastic parts degrading, alternator failure, engine head failed required replacement, various interior trim problems (e.g. Broken stereo cover, glove compartment handle when left in heat with closed windows), instrument cluster replaced, failed again will need replacement fuel gauge reads full all the time, engine vacuum leaks, etc...etc...”
NHTSA complaint #10215603, filed 2008-01, 119,000 miles“Lower ball joint noise. Previously adjusted and previously replaced entire lower control arm. Electrical ghost obstructs several functions. Noisy A/C clutch. Unidentified thump while downshifting. Secondary actuator valve. Seat back adjustment. Blower motor failure.”
NHTSA complaint #10014442, filed 2003-04, 49,200 miles“The contact owns a 2001 Audi TT quattro. While pulling into the driveway at 5 MPH, the contact heard a noise coming from the rear passenger side tire. She noticed that the tire was not aligned with the other three tires. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they discovered that the rear control arm bolt was corroded and failed, along with the rear suspension coil. The manufacturer stated that her VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 01v325000 (suspension:rear). The vehicle is currently being repaired at the cost of $1,500. …”
NHTSA complaint #10233155, filed 2008-07, 71,000 milesRelated recalls
- 01V325000Oct 10, 2001Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Moisture could enter the rear track control arm's mounting bushing and bolt combination and cause corrosion.Covers: Audi TT 2000–2001
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 6 | 5% |
| 2000 | 8 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2001 Audi TT
71 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsEngine cooling
10 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsTires
4 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Audi TT
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology