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2004 Audi TT transmission problems

18 complaints (72% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 65,232.

owner complaints
18
of this car's complaints
72%
typical mileage
65,232
crashes
0
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Automatic transmission
    8
  • Clutch assembly
    1
  • Automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Audi TT transmission problems in other years

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Related recalls

Power train: clutch assemblyReported January 6, 2004 · 145 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles with direct shift gearbox, during the production of the gearbox, a seam at the clutch was not welded to specifications. This could lead to degraded performance of the clutch inside the gearbox.
Risk
The clutch could lose its ability to provide input torque to the transmission without prior warning, which could allow the vehicle to roll, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the clutch. Owner notification began on april 30, 2004. Owners should contact audi at 1‑800‑822‑2834.

Recall number 04V007000 · Recall details

What 2004 Audi TT owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 9, 2019 · Transmission · 110,000 miles · KS

Car jerks violently audi dealership state they will not fix this issue although my car falls under this campaign audi campaign ja (04v‑007) direct shift automatic transmission replace dual clutch

Filed May 24, 2018 · Driver assistance, Fuel system · 95,000 miles · WA

Fuel sensor not working properly; while having gas, once tank meter reads 1/2, the engine shot-down, incorrectly telling that the tank is empty. Same issues with the cathalytic converter system. Engine's transmission wearing fast; pushing back and fort while accelerating.

Filed May 10, 2017 · Transmission · MI

Mechatronic failure, taking a michigan uturn car went into limp mode crossimg the street ,almost t boned by 2 different cars, called audi they want me to buy a new unit for a crazy amount of money and a long waiting period, called everyone I could for help but seems there ia some sort of cover up or neglect when it comes to this specific car and problem, somebody is going to get seriously hurt if there isnt a recall soon, im one of hundereds that have ran into this same problem, bought the car still making payments at 61007 miles and this happend at 72361 miles.

Filed Dec 23, 2014 · Transmission · 49,000 miles · IL

The first week of dec 2014, I had been hearing a sporadic, whooting noise from the floor of my audi tt 2004 (49,000 miles). I brought my vehicle into the dealership on 12/05/14. Aside from some other non-critical repairs, the dealership could not find a cause for the noise and it was released. As I was driving the vehicle back to the dealership on 12/12/14 to pick up my other vehicle, I had significant issues. I was driving along north ave at 35 - 40 MPH in rush-hour traffic. As I was driving, the vehicle suddenly shifted into neutral and began to rapidly slow. In an effort to avoid a serious rear-end collision, I quickly engaged the hazard lights and slowed to a stop. Once stopped, I shifted into park (not certain if it actually shifted to park at this point), shut of the engine, and re-started. Fortunately, the vehicle made it safely to the dealership without another incident that day. The following week on 12/15/14, the dealer ran diagnostics on the vehicle. They noted a fault in the transmission, but could not determine the cause and after running 10 miles, noted that it was running well. In an effort to continue troubleshooting, the dealer used my vehicle to run errands. As they turned onto ogden ave (westmont, il), they had the same problem with the vehicle shifting spontaneously into neutral. I do not know the full details of that incident, but can imagine it was also a close call as ogden ave is a busy, four-lane road. The official diagnosis was that it needs a mechatronics unit replacement. I am grateful that this incident did not happen on the highway and that I was not driving in front of a more aggressive driver (who may have otherwise collided with my vehicle). I believe this is a serious safety concern as it occurs while the vehicle is in motion, it occurs on a sporadic basis, and it is evidently undetectable at the dealership.

Filed Dec 4, 2012 · Engine, Transmission · CA

The transmission slips violently between 2 nd and 3 rd gear. There was a complete loss of power with the pedal down completely. After research have discovered that the design of these triptonic transmissions which can be switched from manual to automatic are faulty and costly to repair. I am considering a valve body replacement which may or may not fix the problem. Audi does not stand behind their product. This is a common problem among audi owners.

Filed Jul 30, 2012 · Transmission · 65,232 miles · TX

While driving on the freeway, the transmission suddenly went to neutral. With no power and at 70mph, I was forced into an unsafe maneuver, cutting drivers off in order to get onto the shoulder lane. I was towed to a nearby audi dealership around 11:00pm. 3 business days later, they called me with the results; the mechatronics (transmission computer) was faulty and was estimated to cost $2800 for the repair. This issue with vw's dsg transmission is widespread as owners at various mileages have reported broken mechatronics units. My vehicle has 65k miles and replacing a transmission at that mileage is absurd.

Filed May 29, 2012 · Transmission · 70,000 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 audi tt1.8 coupe. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle would jerk in between gears and stall. After the failure, the vehicle could not be shifted in or out of any gear. By turning the engine off and then restarting, the failure would correct itself but would recur after several minutes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised the contact that they needed to replace the transmission. The manufacturer was notified of the failure who offered to buy the vehicle back but the contact refused. The failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Feb 24, 2012 · Transmission · 81,000 miles · CT

Mechatronic valve control module failure going into neutral or changing down at highway cruise. Most dangerous occurrence: slipping clutch and not engaging first gear properly. I was nearly hit by a car traveling at 60mph while limping across an intersection. Could have been fatal.

Filed Apr 1, 2011 · Transmission · 106,000 miles · FL

I have a 2004 audi tt 3.2 dsg with about 106,000 miles on it, when ever I turn the car on and shift into gear the car will just sit there with the gear lights on the instrument cluster blinking. I have no reverse gear, the car can move in drive but makes a grinding noise, I might have to restart the car 20 times before the car decides to work right and go into reverse and drive normally... Also there is a strong oily smell coming from the engine compartment. The car gets serviced and checked normally and this just started all of a sudden.

Filed Dec 11, 2010 · Electrical, Transmission · 45,000 miles · OR

The car was having electrical problems, appear related to instrument cluster failure. I scheduled with audi to evaluate faulty gas gauge and radio staying on after key removed. Anyhow, before I could get it into audi, the car while driving jerked violently and then would not shift gears. It was lucky I was not going very fast as I was on windy roads with cliffs. I could have been seriously injured or dead had the car lost control. There have been recalls on the dsg and clutch assembly for my model car, but they don't show up on my record with audi. The car then would not engage gears for a few restarts, suddenly it was fine and would drive but I had it towed due to risk factors and uncertainty. I believe these are related events and they tell me I need a new transmission. This car has only 45k miles and I'm not sure it is a mechanical failure at tall. It is strange that all of these events coincided and suspect problems with computer communication between tranny and instrument cluster. They are not helping me resolve this and denying instrument cluster problem. Saying there is nothing wrong but the gas gauge is not working and this is a classic sign of instrument cluster failure which LED to the lawsuit.

Questions about the 2004 Audi TT transmission

Does the 2004 Audi TT have transmission problems?

Owners have filed 18 complaints about the transmission of the 2004 Audi TT, 72% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2004 Audi TT transmission problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 65,232 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Audi TT transmission?

Yes, 1 recall: 04V007000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

Other 2004 Audi TT problems

Electrical 5Fuel system 3Airbags 1Driver assistance 1Engine 1Tires 1

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