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2018 Audi TT RS Quattro

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 TT RS Quattro.

Transmission Automatic (AM-S7)

The 2018 Audi TT RS Quattro is defined by its Automatic (AM-S7) transmission and EPA fuel economy ratings of 19/29/22 mpg, framing it as a focused performance entry in the lineup. Reliability data reinforces the strength of this specific model year, showing zero recalls and just a single owner complaint directed at the Fuel/Propulsion System. For researchers, this positions the 2018 TT RS Quattro as an exceptionally stable chapter in the model's history, indicating a well-sorted vehicle with minimal documented reliability concerns.

Model year2022 2021 2020 2018 2013 2012

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy19/29/22 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 06D115562. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	06D115562
Engine air filter	3Q0129620
Spark plug	06K905601M
Battery	000915089BD alt 000915089BE
Front wiper blades	8S1998002
Thermostat	07K121111E
Cabin air filter	5Q0819669

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic (AM-S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	175.6 in
Overall width	70.9 in
Overall height	55.9 in
Wheelbase	103.9 in
Curb weight	3362 lb
Track (front / rear)	61.4 / 60.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	60/40

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	19 / 29 / 22 mpg
Drivetrain	All-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuel	Premium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs.

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)	7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)	7.4 ft-lbs
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s)	7.4 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)	33.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)	18.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pan to Block Bolts	9.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	18.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs	15.0 ft-lbs

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum	87.0 psi
Residual Pressure	43 psi

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 2 stages

1	72.0 inch lbs.	72 in
2	90

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages

1	33.0 ft. lbs.	33 ft. lbs
2	90

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

37.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

37 ft. lbs

Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages

1	44.0 ft. lbs.	44 ft. lbs
2	90

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages

Prep Lower: Step 1: 3.6 ft. lbs

2	6.6 ft. lbs.; Upper: Step 1: 6.6 ft. lbs.	6.6 ft. lbs
2	6.6 ft. lbs.	6.6 ft. lbs
3	6.6

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 4 stages

1	11 ft. lbs.	11 ft. lbs
2	18 ft. lbs.	18 ft. lbs
3	22 ft. lbs.	22 ft. lbs
4	22

Main Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages

1	29.0 ft. lbs.	29 ft. lbs
2	90

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi.

Every 10,000 mi	Brake Linings (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire Repair Kit Sealant (inspect)
Every 20,000 mi	Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake Line (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exterior Lighting (inspect)
Every 30,000 mi	Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 40,000 mi	Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 60,000 mi	Engine Air Filter Element (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Owner complaints about the 2018 Audi TT RS Quattro dominate in one area — the fuel/propulsion system, 1 of 1 reports (100%), well ahead of the next concern. NHTSA has issued no recalls for this vehicle, so these are owner-reported concerns only. 0 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the fuel/propulsion system pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

464

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.

Fuel/Propulsion System1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 464 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
TSB_2074640_3	2026-06-26	Engine	This bulletin provides information when there is increased oil consumption; >0.5ltr/1000…
TSB_2074729_3	2026-06-23	Electrical System	This bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of…
TSB_2059335_7	2026-06-23	Electrical System	This bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the…
TSB_2069331_7	2026-06-23	Electrical System	This bulletin provides informaitn when there is a warning messsage; "Instrument cluster…
TSB_2082323_1	2026-06-10	Engine	This bulletin provides informaiton when the engine is not running smoothly, misfiring.

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Build data

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Engine oil filter 06D115562 Engine air filter 3Q0129620 Spark plug 06K905601M Battery 000915089BD

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBs OBD-II trouble codes Torque specifications Maintenance schedules Fluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2018 TT RS Quattro have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the TT RS Quattro get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 29 highway / 22 combined mpg.