2021 VOLKSWAGEN Passat

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

1 Recalls for 2021 VOLKSWAGEN Passat

Recall Date Component Summary
2021-10-15 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING | WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, and Passat vehicles. The front wheel bearing bolts may have been incorrectly tightened.

Remedy:

Dealers will inspect the tightness of the wheel bearing bolts and replace the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 40R7.

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241 Service Alerts for 2021 VOLKSWAGEN Passat

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

Engine oil consumption measurement.

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2022-06-29 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2022-06-29 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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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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2022-06-22 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Brake Rotor, Vibration / Pulsation. Addition of mandatory brake form and reference to Volkswagen Warranty Policy and Procedures Manual.

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2022-06-10 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06

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2022-06-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06

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2022-06-10 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06

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2022-06-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06

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2022-06-21 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06. Revised to reflect the Vehicle Eligibility

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2022-06-21 350000 EQUIPMENT

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06. Revised to reflect the Vehicle Eligibility

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2022-06-15 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Gasoline quality.

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2022-06-08 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen. Updated to include ID.4

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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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2022-06-08 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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2022-06-22 045300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR

Vibration / Pulsation or Noise when Braking. Update to include model year and worksheet.

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2022-06-22 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Vibration / Pulsation or Noise when Braking. Update to include model year and worksheet.

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2022-06-06 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2022-06-15 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine misfire diagnostic aid.

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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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2022-06-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

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2015-11-08 350000 EQUIPMENT

Customer Goodwill Package.

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2022-06-13 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Checking engine oil during PDI.

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2022-06-13 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Checking engine oil during PDI.

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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

Brake repair or replace worksheet.

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2022-06-22 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Brake repair or replace worksheet.

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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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2022-06-23 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

Gasoline quality check. Update to model and model year applicability.

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2022-06-23 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Gasoline quality check. Update to model and model year applicability.

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2022-06-23 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Gasoline quality check. Update to model and model year applicability.

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2016-01-22 140000 AIR BAGS

Airbag Issues.

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2016-01-05 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.

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2016-01-05 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.

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2016-01-19 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.

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2016-01-19 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.

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2016-01-20 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Release Notes Supplement.

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2016-01-20 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Release Notes Supplement.

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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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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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2022-04-26 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2022-04-12 118530 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:WARNING

Parking Assist Sensors Providing False Warnings.

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2022-04-15 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This dealer memo is an informational memo explaining the new mobile app (formerly Car-Net app) as well as new tips for March.

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

Discharged Battery, Diagnosis for excessive current draw.

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2022-03-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

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2022-03-09 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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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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2022-03-22 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2022-03-29 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Condensation in Taillight Cluster.

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2022-03-29 123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

Condensation in Taillight Cluster.

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2021-09-30 021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise from front suspension Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Customer concern of vehicle door hard to close/out of adjustment Customer states no

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2021-09-30 160000 STRUCTURE

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise from front suspension Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Customer concern of vehicle door hard to close/out of adjustment Customer states no

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2021-09-30 061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise from front suspension Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Customer concern of vehicle door hard to close/out of adjustment Customer states no

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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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2022-02-04 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Modified diagnosis for Car Netÿ¿ÿ® 2.0 – Emergency Call Module and Communication Unit -J949- Green Light Does Not Illuminate

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2022-02-23 112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

UPDATE – Alternator Cable (NVLW)

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2022-02-24 112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

UPDATE – Alternator Cable (NVLW)

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2022-02-21 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2022-02-07 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Instructional document regarding the installation of a hotfix for the ODIS service software. Hotfix is to be used during the following actions: Brake Electronics (ABS) A3 Passat NMS Software Configuration/Coding
VOS-22-07 10207834 2022020

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2022-02-03 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Brake Rotor, Vibration / Pulsation Instruction (U.S. Only)

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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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2022-01-05 160000 STRUCTURE

Water under transportation wrapping appears as paint defect. Update model year applicability.

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2022-01-05 350000 EQUIPMENT

Water under transportation wrapping appears as paint defect. Update model year applicability.

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2021-12-13 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit. Updated to include Atlas front bumper R & I w/ labor operation number

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2021-12-08 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Bake Vibration, Pulsation, Noise when braking during PDI

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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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2021-12-01 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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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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2021-12-03 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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2021-11-16 021300 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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2021-11-16 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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2021-11-16 061700 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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2021-11-22 091000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE

This Document was revised to include 2022 Model Year information

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2021-11-22 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This Document was revised to include 2022 Model Year information

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2021-11-08 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Update to model year applicability.

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2021-11-09 020000 SUSPENSION

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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2021-11-09 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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2021-11-09 061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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2021-01-14 350000 EQUIPMENT

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

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2021-01-14 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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2021-11-01 020000 SUSPENSION

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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2021-11-01 353800 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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2021-11-05 115010 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Diagnostic assistance for Hands free calling, Voice commands, Emergency call and Communication.

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2021-01-05 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Additional Maintenance Items: Dust & Pollen Filter: Change “40,000 miles or 2 years, whichever occurs first”

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2021-10-28 020000 SUSPENSION

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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2021-10-28 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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2021-10-28 160000 STRUCTURE

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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2021-10-28 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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2021-10-28

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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2021-10-28 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2020-11-11 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.

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2020-11-11 350000 EQUIPMENT

Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.

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

Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.

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2020-11-17 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Update to include additional components in parts table.

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2021-10-14 350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.

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2021-10-26 020000 SUSPENSION

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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2021-10-26 100000 POWER TRAIN

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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2021-10-26 350000 EQUIPMENT

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P1D74 and/or P1D75 in the ECM Customer states rattle noise from the underbody heat shields Custome

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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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2021-09-30 350000 EQUIPMENT

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise from front suspension Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Customer concern of vehicle door hard to close/out of adjustment Customer states no

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2021-09-28 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-09-09 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit. Updated to add “Atlas Only” to clamping washer required part in parts table.

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2021-09-17 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

KESSY equipped Key Adaptation, updated to add model year applicability.

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2021-09-03 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Republication of archived technical tip for water leak testing fixture.

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2021-09-22 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise from front suspension Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Customer states no crank/no start. Vehicle is towed in. Customer states there is a

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2021-09-13 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Customer states no crank/no start. Vehicle is towed in. Customer states there is a popping/clicking noise while operating temper

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2021-09-13 100000 POWER TRAIN

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Customer states no crank/no start. Vehicle is towed in. Customer states there is a popping/clicking noise while operating temper

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2021-09-09 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Customer states no crank/no start. Vehicle is towed in. Customer states there is a popping/clicking noise while operating temper

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2021-09-09 100000 POWER TRAIN

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Customer states no crank/no start. Vehicle is towed in. Customer states there is a popping/clicking noise while operating temper

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2021-09-07 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Customer states no crank/no start. Vehicle is towed in. Hood release inoperative Customer states there is a popping/clicking no

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2021-09-07 100000 POWER TRAIN

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Customer states no crank/no start. Vehicle is towed in. Hood release inoperative Customer states there is a popping/clicking no

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2021-08-16 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

MIB3 Infotainment software update. Updated to clarify GFF Time Units.

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2021-08-18 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

SD creator instruction, updated to include model year 2022.

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2021-08-12 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit. Updated to correct part number.

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2021-08-18 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

SD creator instruction, updated to include model year 2022.

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2021-08-16 353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

MIB3 Infotainment software update. Updated to clarify GFF Time Units.

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2021-08-10 353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

MIB3 Infotainment software update.

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2021-08-10 353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

MIB3 Infotainment software update.

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2021-08-26 118310 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE

Ready status for J949 Emergency Call Module and Communication Unit. Model/model year update to existing tip.

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2021-08-04 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

A/C Compressor replacement requirements, updated to include additional model year applicability.

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2021-07-28 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit

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2021-07-28 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit

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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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2021-06-22 350000 EQUIPMENT

Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2021-06-24 350000 EQUIPMENT

Vehicle delivery by-pack instruction.

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2021-06-24 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Vehicle delivery by-pack instruction.

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2021-06-21 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Properly checking and reading engine oil level instruction

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2021-05-05 160000 STRUCTURE

Liquid Applied Transit Coating Removal Process

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2021-06-11 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reverse gear function note.

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2021-06-18 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Navigation for addressing incorrect Part direction.

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

Engine oil consumption measurement.

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2021-06-02 350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

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2021-06-21 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Software Version Management (SVM)

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

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-06-03 135000 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

Prism mirror Owner’s manual

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2021-06-03 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Prism mirror Owner’s manual

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2021-06-22 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2021-05-11 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-05-25 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Alarm installation instructions

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2021-05-25 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

R1234YF A/C Flush instruction, updated instruction step 27.

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2021-05-24 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This dealer memo is an informational memo regarding that MY21 Passats will only have Remote Start capability through the key fob and will not have Remote Start access through the VW Car-Net App

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2021-05-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

Liquid Applied Transit Coating Removal Process. Necessary to re-publish because of I.T. mishap causing the publication not to display on websites.

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2021-05-04 160000 STRUCTURE

New document

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2021-05-18 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Removing musty odor from A/C system. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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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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2021-04-15 150000 SEAT BELTS

Although the front passenger seat belt is compliant with regulatory requirements, Volkswagen has developed a software update that will (1) adjust the front passenger’s seat belt load limiter timing and (2) increase the robustness of the sys

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2021-04-16 150000 SEAT BELTS

Although the front passenger seat belt is compliant with regulatory requirements, Volkswagen has developed a software update that will (1) adjust the front passenger’s seat belt load limiter timing and (2) increase the robustness of the sys

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2021-03-12 350000 EQUIPMENT

A/C cap leak diagnosis.

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2021-03-12 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Key battery diagnosis, updated to include additional model year applicability.

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2021-03-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

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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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2021-03-03 100000 POWER TRAIN

Transmission Fluid requirements updated to include additional model year applicability.

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2021-03-24 350000 EQUIPMENT

A/C system flush instruction. Updated to include an additional flush machine.

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2020-12-18 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Updated key ordering protocol

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2020-12-18 350000 EQUIPMENT

Updated key ordering protocol

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2020-12-18 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Updated key ordering protocol

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2021-02-24 350000 EQUIPMENT

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

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2021-02-19 135000 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

Calibration Mirror(s) information for special tool VAS 6430

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2021-02-03 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Document was revised to include 2021 Model Year

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2021-02-22 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to top tier brochure purchasing url.

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2021-02-08 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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

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2021-02-01 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Updated to include update recommended engine oil attachments.

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2021-02-01 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

New Doc

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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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2020-12-08 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Instruction on how to create S/D cards used to update programming on various control modules.

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2020-11-19 357500 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS

MQB3 Radio feature explanation.

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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 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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

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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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2021-01-26 042100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:COMPRESSOR

A/C requirements, update to title.

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2020-11-11 062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS

Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.

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2020-11-11 138500 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.

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2021-01-05 350000 EQUIPMENT

Additional Maintenance Items: Dust & Pollen Filter: Change “40,000 miles or 2 years, whichever occurs first”

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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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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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2020-11-13 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

New Document

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2020-11-18 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

New Document

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2020-11-17 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update to include additional components in parts table.

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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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2020-08-10 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Recall Reminder Part Labels

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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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2020-06-29 160000 STRUCTURE

Water Migration Under the RAPGARDÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ® transportation protection. Updated to include additional model year applicability

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2020-07-24 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

CarNet, No green light at PDI

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2020-10-15 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Engine oil level checking, updated to include model year 2021

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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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2020-06-12 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Apple Car Play Information

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2020-04-14 350000 EQUIPMENT

By-pack instruction for PDI, include additional model year applicability.

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2020-04-21 112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Generator replacement, updated to include model years 2020 & 2021

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2020-10-08 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed if they meet the criteria.

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2020-04-10 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Car-Net requirement at PDI.

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2020-04-01 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Car-Net technical handling.

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2020-04-01 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Addressing no green light for Car-Net.

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2020-04-10 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Car-Net OCU information.

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2020-10-28 160000 STRUCTURE

How to remove paint protection during Perfect Delivery Inspection.

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2020-10-28 350000 EQUIPMENT

How to remove paint protection during Perfect Delivery Inspection.

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2020-08-07 350000 EQUIPMENT

metadata adjustment.

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2020-08-06 350000 EQUIPMENT

To include additional model year applicability and procedural steps for A.C. line pin removal & installation.

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2020-08-24 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Statement referring to TB 2043893 removed. To include additional models and model year applicability. A.C. Compressor Replacement, GFF Required Regardless of Concern and Flush Requirement

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2020-08-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

Metadata update.

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2020-09-25 160000 STRUCTURE

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2020-09-15 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2020-06-04 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Updated to include 2021 Model year applicability.

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2020-04-24 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Voltage Drop Testing.

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2020-10-29 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.

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2020-04-30 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Voltage Drop Testing. Updated for picture clarity.

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2020-09-24 190000 TIRES

Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information

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2020-09-24 200000 WHEELS

Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information

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2020-09-24 350000 EQUIPMENT

Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information

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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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2020-07-09 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

CHANGED TITLE TO: 2021 VW Maintenance Schedule – All Model Gasoline Vehicles Additional Maintenance Items: Spark Plugs Replace at 40,000 Miles or 4 years, whichever comes first: CHANGED TO “Only Arteon, Passat, Golf R”

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2020-04-21 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2020-06-04 200000 WHEELS

Updated to include model year 2021

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2020-06-04 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Updated to include model year 2021

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2020-03-17 350000 EQUIPMENT

New document

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