2007 VOLKSWAGEN Rabbit

These recalls apply to the make, model, and year of your car – and should be fixed as soon as possible.

2 Recalls for 2007 VOLKSWAGEN Rabbit

Recall Date Component Summary
2010-12-10 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2010 JETTA, NEW BEETLE, NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE, MODEL YEAR 2009 JETTA SPORTWAGEN AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 RABBIT VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L ENGINES. THE JETTA, JETTA SPORTWAGEN, AND RABBIT VEHICLES MAY HAVE A SMALL PLASTIC TAB LOCATED ON THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR THAT MAY CHAFE AGAINST AN UNDERHOOD FUEL SUPPLY LINE. THE NEW BEETLE AND THE NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A FASTENING CLAMP ON A HYDRAULIC HOSE OF THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM THAT MAY BE LOCATED IN AN IMPROPER POSITION WHICH COULD CAUSE CHAFING AGAINST AN UNDERHOOD FUEL SUPPLY LINE.

Remedy:

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE THE UNDERHOOD FUEL LINE. ADDITIONALLY, DEPENDING ON THE VEHICLE MODEL, DEALERS WILL EITHER REMOVE THE PLASTIC TAB FROM THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR, OR INSPECT THE POSITION OF THE FASTENING CLAMP AND ADJUST THE RELATED FASTENING CLAMP INTO THE CORRECT POSITION. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JANUARY 31, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

2007-09-24 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, “LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.” SOME VEHICLES MAY NOT HAVE HAD A REQUIRED CAP INSTALLED WHICH DISABLES THE HEADLIGHT HORIZONTAL AIM AND SOME VEHICLES MAY CONTAIN A CAP THAT DISABLES THE VERTICAL AIMING SCREW.

Remedy:

DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE LOW BEAM HORIZONTAL AIMING SCREW AND INSTALL ONE IF MISSING, AND INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE VERTICAL AIMING SCREW AND IF PRESENT, THE CAP WILL BE REMOVED. THE RECALL WILL BEGIN ON OCTOBER 31, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VW AT 1-800-822-8987.

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2 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2007 VOLKSWAGEN Rabbit

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Date Component  
2011-05-12 exhaust/emission
2011-05-12 air conditioning/heat

51 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2007 VOLKSWAGEN Rabbit

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Date Component  
2017-04-18 SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10979114
2017-07-20 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11006560
2017-03-01 AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10957857
2017-01-05 POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10939891
2020-01-19 SEATS
ODI Number: 11300351
2019-04-07 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | POWER TRAIN | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11194395
2019-04-05 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11194179
2019-05-26 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL | SERVICE BRAKES | STEERING
ODI Number: 11210024
2018-04-07 ENGINE | POWER TRAIN | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11083788
2018-04-07 AIR BAGS | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 11083785
2018-06-18 SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 11102272
2018-01-29 SEATS
ODI Number: 11065750
2018-01-12 AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11062490
2017-12-23 SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 11056176
2017-12-22 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 11056016
2017-08-27 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 11019966
2016-06-16 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10874661
2016-01-25 SEATS
ODI Number: 10822103
2015-05-23 SERVICE BRAKES | STEERING | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10721171
2014-12-01 POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10661478
2014-11-09 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE
ODI Number: 10653663
2014-10-27 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE
ODI Number: 10650418
2014-07-28 SEATS
ODI Number: 10616959
2014-04-01 POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10576109
2014-02-10 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | SEATS
ODI Number: 10563709
2014-01-17 SEATS
ODI Number: 10560316
2013-11-10 SEATS
ODI Number: 10551715
2013-08-01 AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10532992
2012-12-04 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
ODI Number: 10487389
2011-11-28 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
ODI Number: 10437556
2011-08-29 STEERING
ODI Number: 10422414
2011-04-04 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ODI Number: 10394242
2010-09-15 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10355801
2010-08-05 TIRES
ODI Number: 10347429
2010-07-21 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
ODI Number: 10344545
2010-04-15 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10325902
2009-03-28 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10263526
2009-01-18 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10255504
2009-01-26 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10256376
2008-12-10 AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10251301
2008-08-21 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
ODI Number: 10239149
2008-08-24 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 10239517
2008-02-21 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
ODI Number: 10219445
2007-12-31 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
ODI Number: 10213322
2007-12-05 PARKING BRAKE
ODI Number: 10210961
2007-12-19 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
ODI Number: 10212350
2007-05-10 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10190436
2007-05-29 AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10191914
2007-05-09 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
ODI Number: 10190320
2006-12-19 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
ODI Number: 10176621
2016-08-03 AIR BAGS | SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 10892700
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0 Investigations for 2007 VOLKSWAGEN Rabbit

Date Opened Date Closed Component  
Manufacturers tell dealers about repairs for on your car. But they won’t tell you – unless you know to ask. Knowledge is power.

287 Service Alerts for 2007 VOLKSWAGEN Rabbit

Date Description
2022-06-28 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine oil consumption measurement.

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2022-06-28 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include model year 2023 and the latest Engine Oil attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)

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2022-06-15 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Gasoline quality.

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2022-06-08 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Battery Testing and Charging using VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS

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2022-06-08 119100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Battery Testing and Charging using VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS

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2022-06-15 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

VW engine oil specifications. Update to model year applicability.

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2022-06-15 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

VW engine oil specifications. Update to model year applicability.

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2022-06-14 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Recommended fuel additive to avoid engine misfires.

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2022-06-14 100000 POWER TRAIN

Auto Trans fluid requirements.

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2016-01-25 160000 STRUCTURE

Technical Bulletins.

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2016-01-25 350000 EQUIPMENT

Technical Bulletins.

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2022-06-06 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

VW engine oil specifications. Update to attachments.

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2022-06-06 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

VW engine oil specifications. Update to attachments.

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2022-06-22 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Software Version Management (SVM) instruction. Update to require 70amp minimum battery charger during procedure.

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2022-06-22 119111 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE

Software Version Management (SVM) instruction. Update to require 70amp minimum battery charger during procedure.

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2016-01-22 140000 AIR BAGS

Airbag Issues.

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2022-05-26 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine oil pressure priming.

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2022-05-26 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Engine oil pressure priming.

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2016-01-19 200000 WHEELS

Surface corrosion or corrosion perforation can occur on various locations around the front wheel arch.

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2022-05-16 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery Testing and Charging using recommended VW test equipment.

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2022-05-18 138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

Cleaning of Heating and Ventilation system, Updated to include additional model year applicability and cost of cleaning solution in warranty table.

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2022-05-12 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery Tester VAS 6161 introduction.

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2013-11-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

Part ordering

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2022-04-26 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2022-04-07 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation. Update model year applicability to include 2022.

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2022-03-14 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine oil consumption measurement. Update procedure and work sheet.

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2022-03-02 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Discharged Battery, Diagnosis for excessive current draw.

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2022-03-22 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-09-28 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2022-02-24 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update model and model year applicability, introduce new coolant G12Evo.

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2022-02-21 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2022-01-21 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2022-01-21 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2022-01-21 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-12-06 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery testing using VW special tools, updated to include additional model year applicability and include I.D.4.

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2021-12-13 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-12-15 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.

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2021-12-01 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-12-03 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Explanation of error message received from scan tool when erasing diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) in Control Module -623- after repair.

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2021-11-08 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Update to model year applicability.

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2021-01-14 350000 EQUIPMENT

Body surfaces (engine compartment and underside of hood) are not directly visible (exposed) therefore do not match exterior paint finish.

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2021-01-14 350000 EQUIPMENT

Battery testing. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2021-10-28 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-10-26 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Additional safety related Inquiry and Reporting instruction.

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2021-09-28 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-07-28 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-07-28 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-06-21 090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2021-06-21 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2021-06-22 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults

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2021-06-22 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults

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2021-06-29 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-06-21 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Software Version Management (SVM)

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2021-06-22 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Engine oil consumption measurement.

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2021-06-03 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-05-11 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-04-05 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-04-05 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-04-09 350000 EQUIPMENT

Parts ordering information

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2021-04-30 350000 EQUIPMENT

Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both systems are displaying the same campaign information, including OPEN/CLOSED status, repair date as well as criterions at the same time w

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2021-03-02 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Exterior lighting moisture in lens updated to exclude LED lighting.

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2021-03-01 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2021-02-22 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to top tier brochure purchasing url.

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2021-02-01 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Updated to include update recommended engine oil attachments.

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2021-02-08 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Software Version Management (SVM) instruction updated to include model year 2021

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2020-11-05 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2020-11-05 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2020-12-18 350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).

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2021-01-14 160000 STRUCTURE

Body surfaces (engine compartment and underside of hood) are not directly visible (exposed) therefore do not match exterior paint finish.

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2021-01-29 280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Data link diagnostics and tips

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2021-01-25 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Updated to include an additional model year applicability.

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2021-01-14 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery testing. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2020-08-10 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Recall Reminder Part Labels

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2020-05-12 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Tool number added to table. Removal of Behr Flush Kit. VAS 6337/1A

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2020-06-15 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Update brochure part number and recording URL. Update model and model year applicability.

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2020-04-06 350000 EQUIPMENT

Tire Chain Information (for California dealers only) All Model Years. Information only for all other dealers.

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2020-06-02 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.

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2020-06-02 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.

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2020-06-11 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Metadata update (add MY 2014 Eos (missing).

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2020-04-21 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2020-10-02 010000 STEERING

Mandatory fastener.

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2020-10-02 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Mandatory fastener.

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2020-10-02 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Mandatory fastener.

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2020-04-02 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.

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2020-09-04 046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK

Antilock brake function test direction.

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2020-09-04 350000 EQUIPMENT

Antilock brake function test direction.

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2020-08-07 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Oil pressure priming after engine replacement or internal repair.

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2020-07-31 250000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) function test may not end on its own causing DTC.

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2020-09-25 350000 EQUIPMENT

Antilock brake function test direction.

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2020-09-25 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Antilock brake function test direction.

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2020-01-08 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.

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2020-01-08 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.

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2019-11-25 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.

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2019-11-04 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Update to mode; and model year applicability.

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2020-03-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

Volkswagen After Sales Weekly Communication – March 10, 2020

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2019-11-07 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Include new special tool adapter and 2018 model year Jetta only

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2019-10-29 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.

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2019-10-29 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.

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2020-01-21 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.

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2019-12-05 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Update model applicability to MY 2020.

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2019-12-05 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update model applicability to MY 2020.

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2020-01-09 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.

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2020-01-09 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.

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2019-08-19 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards. Also includes 2004 and 2005 Jetta Wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB

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2019-09-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

Include additional photo’s of water ingress. Also includes 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB

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2017-06-28 350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.

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2019-06-13 350000 EQUIPMENT

Remote Key Battery Replacement

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2019-06-13 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Remote Key Battery Replacement

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2019-09-24 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.

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2019-02-18 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability.

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2019-05-06 350000 EQUIPMENT

Campaign Reminder Communication. Also includes: 1998-2004 Beetle, 2003-2004 Beetle Convertible, 2019 Beetle Convertible, 1994-2004 Eurovan, 1994-2004 Golf, 1994-2004 Jetta, 2001-2004 Jetta Wagon, 2018-2019 Tiguan LWB, 1994-2004 Passat, 1994

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2013-09-09 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Tech Tips (Vehicles with 2.5L Engine – Fault Code P2279 (Leaking Air in Intake System) Diagnostic Tip): When diagnosing fault code P2279-Leaking Air in Intake System, be sure to check the cam timing first. This document informs how to chec

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2019-08-23 350000 EQUIPMENT

TT 001202……..Also includes 2005 Jetta wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB

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2019-08-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

REMOVED all 12 hour wait period before starting references. ADDED EFB to “Select correct battery type” in bottom box. Also Jetta Wagon 2005 and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB.

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2019-08-21 350000 EQUIPMENT

Quick Reference Update Guide.

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2019-02-19 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery Testing and Charging instruction. Updated to include model year 2019 applicability.

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2019-02-27 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document

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2017-06-22 350000 EQUIPMENT

VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide

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2019-03-22 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Alternative method for radio code retrieval.

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2019-03-22 350000 EQUIPMENT

Alternative method for radio code retrieval.

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2019-03-27 350000 EQUIPMENT

The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.

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2019-07-16 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Engine oil quality standards. Also includes all models for 1997-2003. Also Rabbit from 2006-2009.

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2019-07-29 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Update vehicle metadata to include pull ahead models. Also includes R32 2002-2007 and 2002-2006 Jetta Wagon.

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2019-03-12 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards

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2017-09-25 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update brochure part number, literature ordering websie address and include an additional model year applicability

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2013-10-03 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement): Customers have stated oil consumption is higher than the Volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. This document informs how to test

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2012-11-16 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Tech Tips (N75 Solenoid Valve Diagnosis): This document informs with a diagram which vacuum ports on the N75 valve should hold vacuum and which ones should not for diagnosis on the Vehicles with 2.0T Gasoline Engine (Engine Codes BPY, CC

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2012-10-24 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Technical Bulletin (Hood, Under Hood Not Painted Body Color): The paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment and underside of hood may not match the exterior paint color of the vehicle. Depending on vehicle model and production

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2012-10-24 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Technical Bulletin (Hood, Under Hood Not Painted Body Color): The paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment and underside of hood may not match the exterior paint color of the vehicle. Depending on vehicle model and production

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2012-10-25 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Technical Bulletin (Paint Finish, Reducing Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches): New vehicles (prior to Retail Delivery) with swirl marks and or fine scratches from polishing or cleaning. This document informs of how the Finish can be signifi

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2012-10-25 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Technical Bulletin (Paint Finish, Reducing Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches): New vehicles (prior to Retail Delivery) with swirl marks and or fine scratches from polishing or cleaning. This document informs of how the Finish can be signifi

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2013-11-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

Tech Tips (All Models 2000-2014 – Part ordering): If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. This document informs how to contact VWGoA Parts Spec

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2013-11-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

Tech Tips (All Models 2000-2014 – Part ordering): If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. This document informs how to contact VWGoA Parts Spec

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2012-10-24 160000 STRUCTURE

Technical Bulletin (Hood, Under Hood Not Painted Body Color): The paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment and underside of hood may not match the exterior paint color of the vehicle. Depending on vehicle model and production

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2012-10-24 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Technical Bulletin (Hood, Under Hood Not Painted Body Color): The paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment and underside of hood may not match the exterior paint color of the vehicle. Depending on vehicle model and production

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2012-10-25 160000 STRUCTURE

Technical Bulletin (Paint Finish, Reducing Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches): New vehicles (prior to Retail Delivery) with swirl marks and or fine scratches from polishing or cleaning. This document informs of how the Finish can be signifi

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2012-10-25 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Technical Bulletin (Paint Finish, Reducing Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches): New vehicles (prior to Retail Delivery) with swirl marks and or fine scratches from polishing or cleaning. This document informs of how the Finish can be signifi

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2013-10-03 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement): Customers have stated oil consumption is higher than the Volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. This document informs how to test

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2013-10-29 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): An unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system. Odor mainly occurs after vehicle has been sitting (unused) at least 5 hours and within 20 to 60 seconds after vehicle is first st

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2012-10-03 010000 STEERING

Technical Bulletin (Engine, Cranks Intermittently or No Crank): Customer may state that engine cranks intermittently or will not crank. May be caused internally when the Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- fails, this

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2012-10-03 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Technical Bulletin (Engine, Cranks Intermittently or No Crank): Customer may state that engine cranks intermittently or will not crank. May be caused internally when the Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- fails, this

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2012-10-03 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Technical Bulletin (Engine, Cranks Intermittently or No Crank): Customer may state that engine cranks intermittently or will not crank. May be caused internally when the Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- fails, this

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2013-09-09 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Tech Tips (Vehicles with 2.5L Engine – Fault Code P2279 (Leaking Air in Intake System) Diagnostic Tip): When diagnosing fault code P2279-Leaking Air in Intake System, be sure to check the cam timing first. This document informs how to ch

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2012-10-01 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates: This document informs of various complaints that were addressed in software updates, and technical bulletins.

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2013-10-10 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Bulletin (Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF): This document informs it is considered normal operation for the electric coolant fans to continue to run for up to 15 minutes after the ignition i

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2013-10-29 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): An unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system. Odor mainly occurs after vehicle has been sitting (unused) at least 5 hours and within 20 to 60 seconds after vehicle is first st

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2017-09-25 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Update brochure part number, literature ordering websie address and include an additional model year applicability

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2013-10-10 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Bulletin (Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF): This document informs it is considered normal operation for the electric coolant fans to continue to run for up to 15 minutes after the ignition i

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2012-10-03 010000 STEERING

Technical Bulletin (Engine, Cranks Intermittently or No Crank): Customer may state that engine cranks intermittently or will not crank. May be caused internally when the Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- fails, this

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2012-10-03 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Technical Bulletin (Engine, Cranks Intermittently or No Crank): Customer may state that engine cranks intermittently or will not crank. May be caused internally when the Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- fails, this

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2012-10-03 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Technical Bulletin (Engine, Cranks Intermittently or No Crank): Customer may state that engine cranks intermittently or will not crank. May be caused internally when the Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- fails, this

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2012-11-16 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Tech Tips (N75 Solenoid Valve Diagnosis): This document informs with a diagram which vacuum ports on the N75 valve should hold vacuum and which ones should not for diagnosis on the Vehicles with 2.0T Gasoline Engine (Engine Codes BPY, CC

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2012-10-01 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates: This document informs of various complaints that were addressed in software updates, and technical bulletins.

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2012-10-01 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates: This document informs of various complaints that were addressed in software updates, and technical bulletins.

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2013-10-15 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle

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2018-06-06 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano contacts.

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2017-03-13 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Quick Reference of vehicle concerns. Includes a list of Software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns Updated

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2016-10-31 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Update model year applicability to include 2017.

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2016-02-12 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Quick Reference of vehicle concerns. Includes a list of Software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns Updated

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2014-08-29 061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

Tech Tips 92006-2014 Vehicles with 2.0T Gasoline Engine – N75 Solenoid Valve Diagnosis): When diagnosis on the above engine leads to the testing of the N75, please refer this document with graphical aid. The diagram shows which vacuum port

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2014-08-22 010000 STEERING

Tech Tips (Electro – Steering issues): If, after replacement of the steering rack, fault code 01309 008 is set in the ABS/ESP module only, follow the test plan in GFF for Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR) or channel 3 activation. If the

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2014-08-22 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips (Comfort Module (J393) or BCM (J519) Replacement): This document informs If a comfort or body control module is replaced during normal diagnosis, make sure the factory mode has been switched OFF. This can be accomplished by selec

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2016-05-20 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Quick Reference Update Guide of the vehicles expected upgraded software level. The latest corresponding technical bulletins that address the issues, and concerns that have been had with the vehicles.

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2017-02-01 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi requests.

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2015-01-30 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

A Volkswagen FLUID CAPACITY CHART which contains the various fluids necessary for a vehicle to run Cateorgories include (Engine Oil, Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission, Differential Automatic Transmission, Cooling System, Power Ste

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2014-05-30 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Tech Tips (2.0L FSI (BPY) Engines – Low Fuel Pressure DTCs (P310B)): This document informs on how to check fuel pressure If you have a complaint of DTCs for the low side fuel pressure being out of specification

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2015-06-29 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.

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2014-04-18 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Condensation, which is a normal condition in all A/C systems, can cause a musty odor. If the odor is noticeable in the vehicle when the engine is not turned on, the cause may be mold and mildew i

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2014-03-06 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): Exterior light assemblies (headlights, taillights, fog lights, turn signals) are vented and may collect moisture on their inner surfaces, depending on humidity and other climatic

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2016-10-20 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Updated to include additional model year applicability.

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2016-10-20 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update to include additional model year applicability.

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2016-10-20 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Update model year applicability.

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2015-06-22 350000 EQUIPMENT

This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech

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2015-06-22 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech

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2014-04-29 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle

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2014-04-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

Technical Bulletin (Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials): This doucment contains a list of components and applications developed to repair concerns of squeaks, rattles, noise and trim fit conditions.

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2010-05-28 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Tech Tips (with 1K0 Part Number J500 ? Replacement Steering Harness): If the steering rack is replaced on the above models for any reason, it is necessary to replace the steering harness as well. The new harness may be equipped with an ex

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2016-09-23 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. Update model year applicability.

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2013-07-01 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement): Customer states oil consumption is higher than the Volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. In order to provide effective lubrica

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2016-10-28 350000 EQUIPMENT

Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that cannot be re-used

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2016-10-12 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Update model and model year applicability.

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2014-03-26 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Technical Bulletin The use of contaminated gasoline, seasonal fuel changes (summer/winter fuel) or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more of the following conditions: -Excessive accumulation of

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2016-10-24 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Update to model year applicability.

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2016-06-15 131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

explaination of cross car distorion when looking through the windshield and how the “effect” in normal.

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2013-06-28 061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

Tech Tips (Equipped with Turbocharged Engine Turbocharger Replacement Tip): If mechanical damage is found to the turbocharger (e.g. damaged compression wheel, loose or broken shaft), it is not enough to just replace the turbocharger. Thi

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2013-06-21 100000 POWER TRAIN

Tech Tips (Measure Value Block Request): If a request has been made for several MVBs from a DSG transmission, the test plan “Read measured values for obligation to report” can be selected. This function will retrieve all of the MVBs from t

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2013-06-28 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Tech Tips (Clock Loses Time): This document informs of the procedure to preform if some customers comment that the clock is losing time.

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2014-03-18 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Technical Bulletin This Technical Bulletin details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any Technical Bulletin (TSB) / Required Vehicle Update (RVU).

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2013-02-22 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Tech Tips (Technician Helpline Vehicle Check Sheets): When it becomes necessary to open a VW Technician Helpline VTA case while performing diagnosis for a diesel particulate filter, manual transmission repair, or turbocharger concern, it

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2013-02-01 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Tech Tips (Instrument Cluster Production Mode): During PDI, or after installation of a replacement cluster, ?Pro? may be displayed in place of the odometer. The high beam indicator may be flashing in the instrument cluster as well. This in

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2014-08-22 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement): Customer states oil consumption is higher than the Volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. In order to provide effective lubricati

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2016-03-04 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)

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2014-07-30 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Technical Bulletin (Internal Control Module Memory Check Sum Errors): This document contains Updates for the Engine Control Module using the SVM Unit code as listed in the document to address the Memory Check Sum Errors issue. The producti

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2014-11-27 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Tech Tips (SVM Update Instructions): This document informs when performing SVM updates, the scan tool should be hardwired to the vehicle and the Bluetooth physically turned off. A hard wired internet connection is also recommended.

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2015-07-22 130000 VISIBILITY

Technical Bulletin (Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear): Windshield or rear window is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or the surface feels rough. To avoid unnecessary replacement of wiper blades, the condition and cleanliness of the w

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2015-05-08 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engin

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2015-05-08 132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engin

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2015-05-08 133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engin

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2015-02-16 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Technical Bulletin: Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000VAS Charger

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2015-03-12 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Technical Bulletin: Battery, Discharged, Diagnosis for Excessive Static Current Draw

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2014-11-14 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Tech Tips (Electro ? Steering – DTC 01309 008 ?No Communication with -J500-? is Stored in the ABS/ESP Module Only): This document informs If, after replacement of the steering rack, fault code 01309 008 is set in the ABS/ESP module only, f

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2015-07-10 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Tech Tips (Instrument Cluster Production Mode): This document informs the procedure to remove the production mode setting when it is displayed in the instrument cluster.

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2015-07-07 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system. Odor mainly occurs after vehicle has been sitting (unused) at least 5 hours and within 20 to 60 seconds after vehicle is first start

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2015-07-07 350000 EQUIPMENT

Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system. Odor mainly occurs after vehicle has been sitting (unused) at least 5 hours and within 20 to 60 seconds after vehicle is first start

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2015-07-07 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or compon

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2015-07-07 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or compon

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2014-10-10 091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

Tech Tips (ECM Fault P1250 “Fuel Level Too Low” Will Not Clear): This document informs to clear static ECM fault P1250 “Fuel Level Too Low”, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at least 10 miles. Simply adding fuel without co

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2014-10-10 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Tech Tips (ECM Fault P1250 “Fuel Level Too Low” Will Not Clear): This document informs to clear static ECM fault P1250 “Fuel Level Too Low”, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at least 10 miles. Simply adding fuel without co

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-02-05 073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults A Volkswagen approved fuel additive is available to help remove and prevent deposits on fuel injectors and intake valves.

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2016-02-05 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Technical tips on what to do if improper gasoline has been added to the vehicle.

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2015-03-27 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Technical Bulletin: Condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light lenses issue is discussed in this document

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2015-03-27 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Technical Bulletin: Condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light lenses issue is discussed in this document

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2015-01-20 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Discusses the issues associated with using contaiminated gasoline. There are recommendations to use top tier gasoline retailers

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2015-01-23 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Technical Bulletin (P2014 or P2015 Intake Manifold Faults Stored in ECM Fault Memory ): Document discusses diagnosis Codes necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of issue. The diagnosis codes for checking warranty coverage for servic

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2015-01-22 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Technical Bulletin Corrosion, Front Fenders, at Upper Wheel Opening (U.S. Only) ): Document discusses diagnosis, and potential remedy of issue. The diagnosis codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available

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2016-01-25 200000 WHEELS

Summary of Technical Bulletin to include additional model and model year applicability. Corrosion, Front Fenders, at Upper Wheel Opening (U.S. Only)

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2014-10-22 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Bulletin (Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF): This documentation informs it is considered normal operation for the electric coolant fans to continue to run for up to 15 minutes after the ignit

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2014-10-22 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Technical Bulletin (Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF): This documentation informs it is considered normal operation for the electric coolant fans to continue to run for up to 15 minutes after the ignit

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2017-03-09 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Update parts table.

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2016-02-05 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Tech Bullentin concerning Electric Coolant Fans that Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF

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2016-02-05 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Bullentin concerning Electric Coolant Fans that Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF

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2016-01-19 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

Information on areas Surface corrosion or corrosion perforation can occur on various locations around the front wheel arch. Also gives examples of how to calculate cost to repair or replace

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-01-19 200000 WHEELS

Information on areas Surface corrosion or corrosion perforation can occur on various locations around the front wheel arch. Also gives examples of how to calculate cost to repair or replace

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2013-01-15 061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

Technical Bulletin (Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults): Fuel quality impacts the operating performance, efficiency and service life of the engine. The use of poor quality fuels may result in deposit build up on the fuel

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2014-01-24 138200 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW

Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. This document informs of how to diagnose t

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2014-08-29 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle

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2014-09-02 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Technical Bulletin (Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard): This document informs of a sample list of products generally available in the North American market that meet the Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard

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2014-09-24 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or component is circ

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2014-09-19 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips (Comfort Module (J393) or BCM (J519) Replacement): This document informs if a comfort or body control module is replaced during normal diagnosis, make sure the factory mode has been switched OFF. This can be accomplished by selec

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2014-07-04 103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

Tech Tips (Torque Converter/Flywheel/Flexplate installation): Incorrect torque converter or flywheel/flexplate installation can result in transmission damage. When installing an engine, flywheel or transmission, please follow the installat

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2014-06-04 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): This document informs of the Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. The document also informs how to service the issue.

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2014-06-04 350000 EQUIPMENT

Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): This document informs of the Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. The document also informs how to service the issue.

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2014-06-06 190000 TIRES

Tech Tips (All vehicles-Tire dressing for vehicle detailing): The use of tire dressing gives your tires that shiny finish that completes the image of a clean (new) vehicle. This document informs that The use of non-water based products wil

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2014-06-06 200000 WHEELS

Tech Tips (All vehicles-Tire dressing for vehicle detailing): The use of tire dressing gives your tires that shiny finish that completes the image of a clean (new) vehicle. This document informs that The use of non-water based products wil

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-02-02 021300 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER

Technical Bulletin about a customer concern stating that customer observed one or more of the shocks/struts appearing to have an oil leak. Document contains examples of Strut or Shock Absorber Leak Assessments

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-02-02 022400 SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER

Technical Bulletin about a customer concern stating that customer observed one or more of the shocks/struts appearing to have an oil leak. Document contains examples of Strut or Shock Absorber Leak Assessments

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2016-02-03 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

Document refers to Surface corrosion or corrosion perforation that can occur on various locations around the front wheel arch. It gives examples on where to check for repair coverage from warranties, fixing possible issues, and how to docu

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-02-03 200000 WHEELS

Document refers to Surface corrosion or corrosion perforation that can occur on various locations around the front wheel arch. It gives examples on where to check for repair coverage from warranties, fixing possible issues, and how to docu

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-03-28 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

Technical Bulletin about Paint Finish, Reducing Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches New vehicles (prior to Retail Delivery) with swirl marks and or fine scratches from polishing or cleaning. The document also have infromation about where to fi

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2014-11-17 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Technical Bulletin (Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults): Fuel quality impacts the operating performance, efficiency and service life of the engine. The use of poor quality fuels may result in deposit build up on the fuel

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-04-08 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

THIS BULLETIN WAS UPDATED TO INCLUDE ADDITIONAL MODEL YEAR APPLICABILITY (JETTA SPORTWAGEN).

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2006-09-19 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

ENGINE CRANKS INTERMITTENTLY OR HAS NO CRANK. *KB

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2013-05-03 010000 STEERING

VOLKSWAGEN: STEERING RACK. AFTER REPLACING THE STEERING RACK THE FAULT CODE 01309 008 IS SET IN ABS/ESP MODULE. ALSO INCLUDED MODEL GTI MY 2013, MODEL TIGUAN MY 2005-2007, MODEL RABBIT MY 2005/2011-2013, MODEL EOS MY 2005/2013, MODEL CC MY

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2013-05-17 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

VOLKSWAGEN: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE NO CRANK OR NO START. ALSO INCLUDED MODEL RABBIT MY 2005. *JS UPDATED 12/03/13. *PE

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2008-08-28 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

VOLKSWAGEN: EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES. HEAT SHIELDS ARE TO BE INSPECTED AFTER COMPLETION O ANY TYPE OF REPAIR TO THE UNDERBODY (EXHAUST SYSTEM TRANSMISSION, ETC.), AND IF DAMAGED, REPLACED. *PE

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2008-08-28 161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

VOLKSWAGEN: EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES. HEAT SHIELDS ARE TO BE INSPECTED AFTER COMPLETION O ANY TYPE OF REPAIR TO THE UNDERBODY (EXHAUST SYSTEM TRANSMISSION, ETC.), AND IF DAMAGED, REPLACED. *PE

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2007-11-02 221700 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

SEAT, HEATING INOPERATIVE – SEAT HEATER WILL NOT OPERATE PROPERLY OR BECOMES INOPERATIVE. *NJ

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2013-03-08 062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

VOLKSWAGEN: IT IS A NORMAL OCCURRENCE FOR THE ELECTRIC COOLANT FANS TO CONTINUE TO RUN AFTER THE IGNITION IS SWITCHED OFF. *JS

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2011-05-18 072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

VOLKSWAGEN: FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE UPDATE INFORMATION. *RM

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2013-05-17 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2010-09-30 581000 CHILD SEAT:LATCH CONNECTOR/CLIP

VOLKSWAGEN: CHILD RESTRAINT LATCH GUIDANCE FIXTURE; COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 225 (USA ONLY). UPDATE TO EXISTING TECHNICAL BULLETIN. NO PRODUCTION CHANGE REQUIRED. ALL MODELS. *PE

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2010-09-30 583000 CHILD SEAT:LATCH STRAP

VOLKSWAGEN: CHILD RESTRAINT LATCH GUIDANCE FIXTURE; COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 225 (USA ONLY). UPDATE TO EXISTING TECHNICAL BULLETIN. NO PRODUCTION CHANGE REQUIRED. ALL MODELS. *PE

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2012-12-03 063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

VOLKSWAGEN:EVAPORATIVE (EVAP) EMISSION SYSTEM, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DIAGNOSIS. REVISED PROCEDURE DEVELOPED TO TEST EVAP SYSTEM WITHOUT FUEL CAP. *JS

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2010-12-03 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

VOLKSWAGEN: WARRANTY INFORMATION FOR TH E TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY. *RM

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2016-07-19 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

2006-2008 WITH 2.0L (BPY) UPDATE SERVICE NUMBER IN WARRANTY TABLE. 2008-2009 ALL MODELS WITH 2.0L (CCTA,CBFA) UPDATE SERVICE NUMBER IN WARRANTY TABLE.

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2016-07-19 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

2006-2008 WITH 2.0L (BPY) UPDATE SERVICE NUMBER IN WARRANTY TABLE. 2008-2009 ALL MODELS WITH 2.0L (CCTA,CBFA) UPDATE SERVICE NUMBER IN WARRANTY TABLE.

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2009-10-28 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

VOLKSWAGEN: VEHICLES MAY HAVE IGNITION COILS THAT COULD MALFUNCTION UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WILL ILLUMINATED TO LET YOU KNOW THAT THE VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE SOME DETERIORATION IN PER

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2009-10-28 116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

VOLKSWAGEN: VEHICLES MAY HAVE IGNITION COILS THAT COULD MALFUNCTION UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WILL ILLUMINATED TO LET YOU KNOW THAT THE VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE SOME DETERIORATION IN PER

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2007-11-30 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

VOLKSWAGEN: REAR CUP HOLDER LOOSE. REAR CUP HOLDER IS DESIGNED TO BREAK AWAY IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT TO PREVENT INJURIES. IT MAY ALSO COME LOOSE IF SUFFICIENT FORCE IS APPLIED (I.E. PASSENGER ACCIDENTALLY KICKING ASSEMBLY). MOT CASES THE

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2007-11-02 221700 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

VOLKSWAGEN: SEAT, HEATING INOPERATIVE. SEAT HEATER WILL NOT OPERATE PROPERLY OR BECOMES INOPERATIVE. *PE

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2007-03-23 140000 AIR BAGS

IGNITER, SIDE AIRBAG, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE STORED IN DTC MEMORY. *KB

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2011-06-06 013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)

VOLKSWAGEN: THE GEAR BOX HAS A MOMENTARILY DELAY WHILE ACCELERATING. *RM

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2011-06-06 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

VOLKSWAGEN: THE GEAR BOX HAS A MOMENTARILY DELAY WHILE ACCELERATING. *RM

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2011-02-17 141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

VOLKSWAGEN: AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON WITH AN INTERNAL TROUBLE CODE STORED. THIS COULD BE A WIRING PROBLEM. *RM

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2010-08-09 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

VOLKSWAGEN: HEADLIGHTS MAY INTERMITTENTLY DIM SLIGHTLY AT IDLE. THE HEADLAMPS OR INSIDE LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY DIM SLIGHTLY AT IDLE SPEED. AT IDLE SPEED THE ALTERNATOR VOLTAGE CAN FLUCTUATE, AS THE ALTERNATOR CANNOT FULLY COMPENSATE THE F

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2010-08-09 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

VOLKSWAGEN: HEADLIGHTS MAY INTERMITTENTLY DIM SLIGHTLY AT IDLE. THE HEADLAMPS OR INSIDE LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY DIM SLIGHTLY AT IDLE SPEED. AT IDLE SPEED THE ALTERNATOR VOLTAGE CAN FLUCTUATE, AS THE ALTERNATOR CANNOT FULLY COMPENSATE THE F

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2010-08-09 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

VOLKSWAGEN: HEADLIGHTS MAY INTERMITTENTLY DIM SLIGHTLY AT IDLE. THE HEADLAMPS OR INSIDE LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY DIM SLIGHTLY AT IDLE SPEED. AT IDLE SPEED THE ALTERNATOR VOLTAGE CAN FLUCTUATE, AS THE ALTERNATOR CANNOT FULLY COMPENSATE THE F

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2007-06-29 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

MIL ON, DTC’S P0442, P0445, P0456 OR P2404 STORED IN ECM FAULT MEMORY, NO LEAKS PRESENT. *KB

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2010-08-01 101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

VOLKSWAGEN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. IN SOME VEHICLES IT IS POSSIBLE THAT A BUSHING INSIDE THE MECHATRONIC UNIT HAS THE POTENTIAL TO WEAR OUT PREMATURELY, CAUSING THE CLUTCHES INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION

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2010-07-01 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

VOLKSWAGEN: (REVISED) VEHICLES MAY HAVE IGNITION COILS THAT COULD MALFUNCTION UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WILL ILLUMINATED TO LET YOU KNOW THAT VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE SOME DETERIORATION

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2010-07-01 116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

VOLKSWAGEN: (REVISED) VEHICLES MAY HAVE IGNITION COILS THAT COULD MALFUNCTION UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WILL ILLUMINATED TO LET YOU KNOW THAT VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE SOME DETERIORATION

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2007-05-15 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

UPDATE PROGRAMMING, MIL ON, DTC P0011, P000A STORED IN ECM FAULT MEMORY. *KB

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2007-05-24 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

SPEEDOMETER, INDICATED SPEED IS GREATER THAN THE ACTUAL VEHICLE SPEED. *KB

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2012-02-10 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

VOLKSWAGEN: GASOLINE ENGINES HAVE ROUGH IDLE, HAVE SIGNIFICANT LOSS OF POWER OR STALLING WITH REDUCED PERFORMANCE. *PE

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2013-01-10 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

VOLKSWAGEN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. RESISTANCE IN THE AIR BAG SYSTEM CAN CAUSE THE AIR BAG LIGHT TO TURN ON EVEN THOUGH THERE IS NO PROBLEM. *RM UPDATED 4/9/13. *PE

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2013-01-10 141220 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

VOLKSWAGEN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. RESISTANCE IN THE AIR BAG SYSTEM CAN CAUSE THE AIR BAG LIGHT TO TURN ON EVEN THOUGH THERE IS NO PROBLEM. *RM UPDATED 4/9/13. *PE

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2013-01-10 142000 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

VOLKSWAGEN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. RESISTANCE IN THE AIR BAG SYSTEM CAN CAUSE THE AIR BAG LIGHT TO TURN ON EVEN THOUGH THERE IS NO PROBLEM. *RM UPDATED 4/9/13. *PE

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2008-06-03 123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

VOLKSWAGEN:WATER LEAK, TAIL LAMP AREA: WATER INTRUSION IN REAR OF VEHICLE, AROUND REAR TAIL LAMP AREA, OR EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATION OF WATER VISIBLE INSIDE REAR TAIL LAMPS. *PE

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2016-04-29 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECH TIP DENOTING POTENTIAL FOR DAMAGE OF THE DATA LINK CONNECTOR WHEN USING AFTER MARKET PLUG IN DEVICES OR SCAN TOOLS AND SUBSEQUENT DIAGNOSTIC DIRECTION.

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2016-04-29 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

TECH TIP DENOTING POTENTIAL FOR DAMAGE OF THE DATA LINK CONNECTOR WHEN USING AFTER MARKET PLUG IN DEVICES OR SCAN TOOLS AND SUBSEQUENT DIAGNOSTIC DIRECTION.

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2012-10-03 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2011-09-01 092100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

VOLKSWAGEN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. PRODUCTION ISSUES MAY CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR ON THE INTAKE CAMSHAFT AND CAMSHAFT FOLLOWER. MALFUNCTION LIGHT WILL ILLUMINATE. *RM

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2013-01-10 140000 AIR BAGS

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2010-08-01 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

VOLKSWAGEN: GASOLINE ENGINE VEHICLES INSPECT, AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE IGNITION COILS. VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION MAY HAVE IGNITION COILS THAT COULD MALFUNCTION UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. MODELS PASSAT AND WAGON; GOLF; GTI; JETTA A

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2010-08-01 063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

VOLKSWAGEN: GASOLINE ENGINE VEHICLES INSPECT, AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE IGNITION COILS. VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION MAY HAVE IGNITION COILS THAT COULD MALFUNCTION UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. MODELS PASSAT AND WAGON; GOLF; GTI; JETTA A

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2010-08-01 116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

VOLKSWAGEN: GASOLINE ENGINE VEHICLES INSPECT, AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE IGNITION COILS. VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION MAY HAVE IGNITION COILS THAT COULD MALFUNCTION UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. MODELS PASSAT AND WAGON; GOLF; GTI; JETTA A

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2013-07-23 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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