4.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
24,808 miles

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problem #19

Aug 192010

(reported on)

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2000 Tt quattro. Consumer states the instrument cluster failed. The consumer stated when the instrument cluster failed while driving with the cruise control engaged, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated on its own, or it would just stop completely. The gas gauge was unreliable and the odometer did not register.

- Stanwood, WA, USA

problem #18

Aug 012008

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2000 Audi Tt with instrument cluster problems. Consumer states that Audi is only going to extend the warranty for two years on the instrument cluster. He states that this excludes the time that most vehicles will experience this problem.

- Richmond, VA, USA

problem #17

Mar 292008

TT 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 55,000 miles
Instrument cluster failed without warning. No gauges register, and led display erroneously shows hi temp warning then goes blank.

- Princeton, NJ, USA

problem #16

Aug 012006

TT 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 46,000 miles
Instrument cluster gauges do not work properly. Fuel is completely off. Center display is nearly unreadable. Vwag will not cover under warranty, even though the uk cluster warranty was extended.

- Louisville, KY, USA

problem #15

Mar 182004

TT

  • miles
Instrument cluster failed with no prior events leading to its failure. Many aspects of the instrument cluster fail to work properly, such as the fuel gauge, tachometer, speedometer, and lcd screen.

- Cedar Park, TX, USA

problem #14

Mar 042008

(reported on)

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2000 Audi Tt with defective instrument cluster. Consumer states that the problem with the instrument panel has progressed causing problems with the operation of the vehicle. The consumer stated the fuel and temperature gauges no longer functioned and the liquid crystal display did not indicate readable information. The consumer stated Audi agreed to pay for the cost of the part, but not the labor.

- Pikesville, MD, USA

problem #13

Feb 212008

(reported on)

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2000 Audi Tt with instrument cluster problems. Consumer states that the instrument cluster then began getting worse which has now started affecting the operation of the vehicle. The consumer stated he began experiencing problems 3 years ago and the part was replaced under warranty. However, the problem has resurfaced. The fuel and temperature gauges no longer functioned and the liquid crystal display has failed and does not indicate readable information. The speedometer and tachometer functioned sporadically.

- Springfield, VA, USA

problem #12

Dec 202007

TT 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 73,000 miles
Dashpod failure on 2000 model Audi Tt. Fuel gauge has stopped working. This is second failure of a dashpod on this vehicle - the first was replaced under warranty. All european Audi/Volkswagen dealers replace dashpods free of charge as it is a known design fault. Audi usa will not replace defective dashpods.

- Alexandria, VA, USA

problem #11

Oct 172007

TT 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 78,200 miles
Fuel gauge consistency reads the wrong level of fuel in the gas tank. Left me stranded twice already. This is a very very common malfunction for my model of Audi.

- Lake Forest, CA, USA

problem #10

Sep 012005

TT 4-cyl

  • 83,918 miles
2000 Audi Tt problems with the instrument cluster. Consumer states that problem has caused problems with the performance and safety of this vehicle. Consumer says the gauge cluster is the problem. The consumer stated he went out to start the vehicle and everything on the instrument cluster had ceased including the speedometer, RPM gauge, odometer, gas gauge, temperature gauge and the liquid crystal display was not displaying readable information. The engine belt failed due to bent valves and the seat valves being damage.

- Herriman, UT, USA

problem #9

Nov 302003

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2000 Audi Tt instrument cluster problems. Consumer states the failure is the gauge cluster circuit board. Consumer stated that he could not afford to get the problem fixed when it first began and now it is worse and more money. The fuel and temperature gauges no longer functioned and the liquid crystal display has failed to indicate readable information. There was no way to know the level of fuel in the vehicle, the engine operating temperature, brake safety information or engine check notification. Additionally, the speedometer and tachometer functioned sporadically.

- Eden, UT, USA

problem #8

Sep 012004

TT 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 65,000 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Audi Tt quattro. While driving 60 mph, the contact noticed that the instrument panel would not display properly. The instrument panel was replaced under warranty in 2004. In October of 2006, the instrument panel failed again. The dealer stated that the vehicle was out of warranty. The instrument panel has not been repaired. The current mileage was 140,000 and failure mileage was 65,000.

- Rancho Murietta, CA, USA

problem #7

Sep 122007

(reported on)

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2000 Audi Tt gauge cluster problems. Customer states problems have progressed since the first notice of the problem. Customer states this is a serious safety issue with these vehicles. ** the consumer stated the fuel and temperature gauges no longer function and the multi-function liquid crystal display does not indicate readable information. The cluster lighting flickers and the speedometer and tachometer gauge lighting is not visible at night. The consumer has no way of knowing the level of fuel in the vehicle. The speedometer and tachometer function sporadically.

- Parkton, MD, USA

problem #6

Aug 212007

(reported on)

TT 6-cyl

  • miles
2000 Audi Tt coupe with gauge cluster problems customer states that the problem started just after the warranty period ended** the consumer stated the fuel and temperature gauges no longer functioned and the multi-function liquid crystal display did not indicate readable information. The consumer had no way of knowing how much fuel was in the vehicle. The tachometer and speedometer functioned sporadically.

- Lake Katrine, NY, USA

problem #5

Jul 012007

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2000 Audi Tt quarto with malfunctioning instrument cluster customer states that after researching the problem that this is a wide spread problem** the consumer stated that the instrument cluster has been malfunctioning for a while now and the consumer stated that it would cost $1,000 to repair. The consumer stated he contacted the dealer who was supposed to be contacting the dealer and getting back with the consumer but to no avail. The consumer stated he also had problems with a broken radiator hose. The consumer stated would like Audi to provide a full coverage warranty for the instrument cluster at a local dealership. The consumer previously had a tire developed a bubble, the dealer initially stated he must have hit curb, but it was later determined that the tires were defective and ultimately the manufacturer replaced the tires.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #4

Jun 292007

(reported on)

TT

  • miles
Citations of instrument cluster problems customer states that the problem started just two months after the warranty period ended** the consumer stated would like the dealer to replace the instrument cluster at no cost to the owner performed at a local dealership.

- Bethesda, MD, USA

problem #3

Feb 202007

(reported on)

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2000 Audi Tt coupe with gauge cluster problems** the consumer stated the fuel gauge no longer functions and the multi-function liquid crystal display does not indicate readable information. The speedometer and tachometer function sporadically.

- Fremont, CA, USA

problem #2

Sep 192005

TT 4-cyl

  • 70,231 miles
2000 Audi Tt coupe with instrument cluster failure** the consumer paid to have the cluster replaced. The consumer did some research and discovered that Audi has been aware of the problem with the gauge cluster for several years. The consumer request reimbursement from the manufacturer. The power window was noisey while goingdown. The dealer found that the panel was out of adjustment.

- Frisco, TX, USA

problem #1

Nov 212006

(reported on)

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2000 Audi Tt coupe started having gauge cluster problems. Consumer would like manufacturer to cover the cost of repair work. ***** the temperature and fuel gauges no longer function and the multi-function liquid crystal display does not indicate readable information.

- Baton Rouge, LA, USA