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2001 Audi TT repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (5%)

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2001 Audi TT electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (23%)

$500 - $999 (16%)

$100 - $499 (42%)

< $100 (16%)

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Chart based on 31 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2001 Audi TT

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80000 mi constant drain on battery, not yet identified. battery dies in 3+days w/o use 
82000 mi

US $900
alternator failure, no warning lights - car just stopped dead on the road. 

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2001 Audi TT 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 225hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual AWD

117000 mi

US $194
I removed the gauge cluster myself and shipped it out to be repaired, then reinstalled it myself. 
137000 mi Replace license plate light sockets, replace right running light socket. 
165000 mi

US $2000
Replace alternator. 
101000 mi

US $205
Battery replaced with new Optima Red Top 35. Perfect fit. 
78000 mi

US $571
Replaced window regulator and motor for the passenger. 
108000 mi

US $330
charged AC, worked for a day. then took it back and had to replace compressor and fan. Then had all sorts of other problems pop up... Fuse block and harness replaced, with alternator Driver side window motor replaced at cost to owner of $330 
125500 mi

US $100
4th time in 4 years trying to get AC fixed. $2000 so far. Dealership replaced a switch and covered the labor. 
97340 mi Stock radio head unit not functioning. Replaced with new non-oem unit. 

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2001 Audi TT 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 180hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual AWD

89000 mi

US $550
Replaced alternator. 
99300 mi

US $1600
Replaced compressor, expansion valve & evaporator. 
59520 mi

C $130
The alternator cable overheated due to loose connection, overheating the junction and damaging main fuse panel in battery compartment. Dealer estimated $2000 saying harness had melted. I refused repair. I replaced the fuse panel with a new part and a new crimp connector was installed on the alternator cable. 
63120 mi Turning signal stalk faulty, ordered new part online and replaced part. 
65920 mi

C $80
Battery passed CCA test (Cold Cranking Amps) and was able to start the car when adequately charged, but had very poor storage. Replaced the battery. 
90000 mi

US $800
Fix back-up light -- needed sensor replacement Fix back-up light -- needed sensor replacement 
74300 mi

US $250
Instrument panel failed. I was able to remove it and send it to a repair shop who soldered some connections 

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2001 Audi TT 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 225hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual AWD

80000 mi

US $450
Air conditioning problems. Replaced auxiliary fan assembly.  
88800 mi

US $300
Alternator replacement. 
83200 mi

US $127
Had a full inspection, replaced a fog light, Needs new timing belt etc... 
31000 mi

US $1103
Airbag control module failed & replaced. 
33814 mi

US $1263
Alternator failed and was replaced. Instrument cluster failed (incorrect gauges & unreadable display). Full cluster removed & repaird 
36000 mi

US $571
High pressure valve failed, causing all fluid to escape. Switch replaced, system recharged. 
76000 mi

US $200
Alternator died 
53500 mi

US $250
Turn signal stalk shorting out 
59000 mi

US $90
Voltage regulator failure. 
106000 mi

US $950
Wiring harness from alternator had been badly burnt causing poor or no connection preventing the car from running long distances. 

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2001 Audi TT 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 180hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

68000 mi

US $2467
Corrosion of electrical contacts on left taillight, Connector replaced. 
77500 mi

US $4183
Alternator failure.  
29000 mi

US $230
I broke the mirror adjustment switch when I leaned on it. Dealer replaced it. Part is too fragile for it's use! Cost me $130 for the part and $55 to install it. Passenger window suddenly stopped operating. Dealer said that the computer that constrols the windows needed some re-programming. Cost $50 to reprogram. 

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2001 Audi TT Electrical Problems

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