4.0

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
30,217 miles

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problem #23

Dec 102007

TT 4WD 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 119,000 miles
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...

- Huntington Park, CA, USA

problem #22

Jan 152008

TT 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 47,000 miles
The instrument cluster failed and I was stranded and unable to operate my car. This failure disabled my ability to start my engine.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #21

Jan 162008

TT 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 46,000 miles
The instrument cluster goes on the blink and doesn't work efficiently. Since it provides false readings, the operator has to gauge speed, fuel capacity, and deal with emergency actions during engine failure while driving under heavy traffic conditions. This action is a sure cause for unsafe vehicle operation. The instrument cluster also disables the electrical system to keep the engine operating and causes the car to turn off unexpectedly. The gauge cluster was replaced twice within the life of the car. Once in 2002 and 2005. This is the third cluster gone bad.

- Alpharetta, GA, USA

problem #20

Nov 162007

(reported on)

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2001 Audi Tt roadster instrument cluster problems. Consumer states that the problems have progressed since 2005 when they originated. He also states that the vehicle now has performance problems due to the instrument panel. The temperature gauge immediately went to the far right and stayed there; the indicator light for the passenger air bag came on, the oil alert light came on randomly and the engine light came on continuously.

- Westport, CT, USA

problem #19

Oct 012007

TT 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Normal operation of the vehicle, including start up, running vehicle on fairly hot or cold days leads to a failure of the central digital of the display. Furthermore, the analog gauge cluster is not accurate, coolant gauge reads very hot erroneously at all times (though actually coolant temps determined by other means show that vehicle is at normal operating temperatures). Fuel gauge responds erratically, fails to accurately register amount of fuel left. Tachometer readings seem to fluxate occasionally in err.

- S Burlington, VT, USA

problem #18

Mar 152007

TT 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 83,000 miles
The contact owns a 2001 Audi Tt quattro. The contact stated that he has a faulty computer chip in the gauge cluster of his vehicle. The dealer informed him that there was a recall in the european market, but not in the United States. The dealer stated that he would have to pay $2,000 for the repair plus $300 for a diagnostic. The current and failure mileages were 83,000.

- Sartell, MN, USA

problem #17

Sep 012007

TT 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 5,369 miles
The gas gauge has not worked properly since the vehicle was new. The entire instrument cluster was repaired by Audi while the vehicle was under warranty and in the shop on 3 other occasions for the same thing. Now the car is out of warranty and Audi will not cove the problem. Audi is covering a like problem out of warranty in the uk, but will not honor out of warranty problems in the us. It is very well know that there is a problem with the fuel gauge in this vehicle which is a serious safety issue.

- Pittsburgh, PA, USA

problem #16

Sep 012007

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2001 Audi Tt instrument panel is not showing right speed and gas. Customer states that the instrument panel is reading speed and gas wrong. Customer would like manufacturer to pay for replacement. ** the consumer also stated the esp light illuminated on the vehicle.

- Columbia, MO, USA

problem #15

Aug 282007

(reported on)

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2001 Audi Tt coupe with gauge cluster problems customer states that the problem started just after the warranty period* the fuel and temperatures gauges no longer function and the multi-function liquid crystal display does not indicate readable information. The speedometer and tachometer only function sporadically and there is no way to know the level of fuel the vehicle has.

- Scandinavia, WI, USA

problem #14

Aug 082007

TT 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 40,000 miles
Progressive failure of instrument cluster. Gas gage reading 3/4 of a tank higher than reality. I ran out of gas in the middle of nowhere. Tachometer and speedometer no longer work. Makes it tough to predict turbo lag. Low power before turbo kicks in around 2200 RPM makes it tough to predict acceleration of car from standing start (such as left turn across a busy road). Temperature gage reading higher than actual engine temperature. Unable to determine if engine may truly be overheating.

- Bexley, OH, USA

problem #13

Aug 062007

(reported on)

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2001 Audi Tt roadster 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. There was no way to tell how much fuel was in the vehicle. The speedometer and tachometer functioned sporadically providing no way to know the correct speed of the vehicle.

- New York, NY, USA

problem #12

May 132007

TT 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 50,000 miles
1.) no significant events leading to failure. Parked car outside but I live in southern California, thus no extreme temperatures. 2.) gauge cluster did not turn on. Cannot see mileage, trip meter, RPM, or speed! 3.)sometimes restarting the car will fix it. Sometimes it takes 10 minutes for the gauges to turn itself on.

- Santa Monica , CA, USA

problem #11

Jul 242007

(reported on)

TT

  • miles
2001 Audi Tt roadster with gauge cluster problems customer states that the problem started just after the warranty period ended* the consumer stated there is no way to know the level of fuel in the vehicle, or the engine's operating temperature. The speedometer and tachometer functioned intermittently.

- Missouri City, TX, USA

problem #10

Jul 092007

(reported on)

TT 4-cyl

  • 27,000 miles
2001 Audi Tt coupe with gauge cluster problems customer states that the problem started before the warranty was up and it was fixed and then age after** the consumer stated that the problems with the gauge cluster have gotten progressively worse since it was replaced under warranty the 1st time. The consumer stated Audi is very aware of this widespread defect have done nothing to rectify the situation here in the us. The consumer stated that the gauge clusters of consumers in the united kingdom were replaced but not here in the United States. The consumer stated that Audi should repair the gauge cluster at no charge and a recall issued for this defect. The fuel and temperature gauges are inaccurate

- Burnsville, MN, USA

problem #9

Jun 252007

(reported on)

TT

  • miles
2001 Audi Tt roadster customer states that it developed problems with gauge cluster after the warranty period ended** the consumer stated that he wants to be compensated with a replacement gauge cluster for the vehicle.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

problem #8

Apr 052007

(reported on)

TT

  • miles
2001 Audi Tt roadster developed gauge cluster problem just after the warranty period ended in 2004** the consumer was unable to read the fuel, temperature and vehicle speed.

- Woodland Park, CO, USA

problem #7

Mar 282007

(reported on)

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2001 Audi Tt coupe customer stated that the instrument gauge cluster problem started right after the warranty period ended in 2004** the consumer stated the tachometer, speedometer, fuel gauge and temperature gauge no longer function and the multi-function liquid crystal display doesn't indicate readable information.

- Milwaukee, WI, USA

problem #6

Mar 122007

(reported on)

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
Audi Tt roadster customer states after 40,000 miles the car developed instrument cluster problems** the consumer stated his headlights and all instruments lights went out and the vehicle was stalling intermittently.

- Sedona, AZ, USA

problem #5

Feb 202007

(reported on)

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2001 Audi Tt coupe with gauge cluster problems** the fuel and temperature gauge no longer worked and the speedometer and tachometer functioned sporadically.

- Wilmington, DE, USA

problem #4

Dec 292006

TT 4-cyl

  • miles
2001 Audi Tt roadster problems with gauge/instrument cluster* the consumer stated he had no way to monitor his speed, temperature or fuel gauge. The instrument cluster functioned sporadically.

- Bethesda, MD, USA

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