Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 1998 Beetle are official communications between Volkswagen & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

    SUSPENSION

    • TSB #9901

      Date Announced:
      AUG 09, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #607992

      INFORMATION REGARDING WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS. *TT Read More »

    SUSPENSION:FRONT

    • TSB #0101

      Date Announced:
      NOV 12, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #626974

      VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A HUMMING NOISE FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE DURING CORNERING. *SLC Read More »

    • TSB #340001

      Date Announced:
      MAR 10, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #612470

      CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN OF A HUMMING NOISE FROM GENERAL AREA OF THE FRONT END DURING CORNERING, ON VEHICLES WITH 02J TRANSMISSIONS. *MJS Read More »

    • TSB #9803

      Date Announced:
      APR 08, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #600977

      SUBJECT ON FRONT SUSPENSION SHIPPING SPACERS, REMOVAL AT PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #9801

      Date Announced:
      FEB 20, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #600868

      REMOVAL AT PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION FOR FRONT SUSPENSION SHIPPING SPACERS. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #9801

      Date Announced:
      FEB 20, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #600868

      REMOVAL AT PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION FOR FRONT SUSPENSION SHIPPING SPACERS. *YC Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

    • TSB #9804

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601526

      UPDATE ON ABS & ABS / EDL ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC. *YC Read More »

    ENGINE (PWS)

    • TSB #V171901-2012855

      Date Announced:
      MAR 12, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159016

      Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards Read More »

    • TSB #TT 10 12 01

      Date Announced:
      SEP 28, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150856

      Engine replacement tip Read More »

    • TSB #V171404 2012855

      Date Announced:
      SEP 02, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120329

      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 ... Read More »

    • TSB #TB171404

      Date Announced:
      SEP 02, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241340

      Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard VW 502 00/505 00/505 01 and VW 504 00/507 00 Read More »

    • TSB #TT 24-08-01

      Date Announced:
      MAY 09, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10124418

      Tech Tips (Models with 1.8T Engine - Pressure Loss issues): Fault code P1297 may be set and fuel mixtures may go lean if the vehicle is driven under load or revved up and then returned to idle. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #V171901201285565

      Date Announced:
      AUG 21, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241177

      Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards Read More »

    • TSB #V171901201285534

      Date Announced:
      MAY 11, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10193577

      Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments) Read More »

    • TSB #V171701 2012855

      Date Announced:
      JUL 05, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133344

      17 17 01 July 5, 2017 2012855 Supersedes Technical Bulletin 17-16-02 (V171602) dated April 29, 2016 due to updated oil standards lists to current specifications. Read More »

    • TSB #V871506 2019947

      Date Announced:
      JUL 07, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10123015

      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 ... Read More »

    • TSB #Edition115

      Date Announced:
      DEC 08, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242996

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #TB001403

      Date Announced:
      JAN 27, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241265

      Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults Read More »

    • TSB #9802

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601938

      SUBJECT REGARDING REPOSITION OIL COOLER. *YC Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

    • TSB #0410

      Date Announced:
      MAY 10, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10007712

      EVALUATING FUEL MIXTURE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) - HOW TO PERFORM EFFECTIVE DIAGNOSTIC RELATED TO FUEL SYSTEM ADAPTATION SYSTEM TOO RICH/ TOO LEAN. VOLKSWAGEN. *MJ Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

    • TSB #TT-21-10-01

      Date Announced:
      APR 02, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10051241

      VOLKSWAGEN: DIAGNOSIS N75 SOLENOID VALVE ON TURBOCHARGER, WITH FAULT CODES P0299 AND P0234, THAT LEADS TO TESTING ON WHICH VACUUM PORTS THAT WOULD HOLD AND WHICH ONES WILL NOT. NO MODELS WERE LISTED. MODEL YEARS 2006-2013 WITH 2. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

    • TSB #TT-21-10-01

      Date Announced:
      APR 02, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10051241

      VOLKSWAGEN: DIAGNOSIS N75 SOLENOID VALVE ON TURBOCHARGER, WITH FAULT CODES P0299 AND P0234, THAT LEADS TO TESTING ON WHICH VACUUM PORTS THAT WOULD HOLD AND WHICH ONES WILL NOT. NO MODELS WERE LISTED. MODEL YEARS 2006-2013 WITH 2. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS

    • TSB #010702

      Date Announced:
      JAN 11, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10021315

      DTC'S P1297 (17705) OR P1557 (17965) STORED IN DTC MEMORY. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY INTAKE HOSES LEAKING (DURING BOOST CONDITIONS) DUE TO INCORRECT TORQUE ON CLAMPS OR IMPROPER PLACEMENT, WORN OR TORN INTAKE HOSES. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

    • TSB #2015831

      Date Announced:
      AUG 28, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10026848

      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. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    • TSB #TT240801

      Date Announced:
      MAY 09, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238572

      Fault code P1297 may be set and fuel mixtures may go lean if the vehicle is driven under load or revved up and then returned to idle. Read More »

    • TSB #TB001403

      Date Announced:
      JAN 27, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241265

      Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

    • TSB #SM-91-2012

      Date Announced:
      NOV 05, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10051320

      AUDI/VOLKSWAGEN: A PARTS CIRCULAR IS ISSUED REGARDING THE FUEL PUMP CLAIMS PROCEDURES. NO MODEL OR MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #9802

      Date Announced:
      APR 15, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601092

      SUBJECT ON ODOMETER READING, ADAPTATION. *YC Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #9903

      Date Announced:
      JUL 14, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #607970

      INFORMATION ON REPLACING THE SHIFT PATTERN INSERT. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #47

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #619540

      SUBJECT REGARDING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WIRING DIAGRAM. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #9802

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601964

      SUBJECT REGARDING THE SECURE SHIFT LOCK CABLE ( BW ). *YC Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    • TSB #Edition115

      Date Announced:
      DEC 08, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242996

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #0001

      Date Announced:
      JAN 28, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #610177

      CONCERNS WITH TRANSMISSION IN LIMP MODE WITH NO MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED. *TT Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #V271901201189422

      Date Announced:
      DEC 06, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10228178

      Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability. Read More »

    • TSB #TT 91 19 01

      Date Announced:
      MAR 22, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159014

      Alternative method for radio code retrieval. Read More »

    • TSB #V271901-2011894

      Date Announced:
      FEB 19, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10158529

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

    • TSB #TT 64-14-02

      Date Announced:
      MAY 08, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10122956

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #Edition115

      Date Announced:
      DEC 08, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242996

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #Edition86

      Date Announced:
      MAY 19, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10243011

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #Edition86

      Date Announced:
      MAY 19, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242349

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #TT641402

      Date Announced:
      JAN 24, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239789

      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 engine running and heated rear window switched on. Read More »

    • TSB # TB-94-10-02

      Date Announced:
      AUG 09, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10036467

      VOLKSWAGEN: HEADLIGHTS MAY INTERMITTENTLY DIM SLIGHTLY AT IDLE. THE HEADLAMPS OR INSIDE LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY DIM SLIGHTLY AT IDLE SPEED. Read More »

    • TSB #20

      Date Announced:
      JUN 18, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #619545

      INFORMATION CONTAINING WIRING DIAGRAM FOR THE COMFORT SYSTEM, WITH ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM (VEHICLES WITH POWER WINDOWS). *TT Read More »

    • TSB #14

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #619539

      SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS, TROUBLESHOOTING AND COMPONENT LOCATIONS EDITION 01.98. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #16

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #619542

      SUBJECT REGARDING WIRING DIAGRAM FOR CENTRAL CONTROL MODULE FOR COMFORT SYSTEM, SWITCH FOR REMOTE UNLOCK, REAR LID, CONTROL MODULE FOR COMFORT SYSTEM. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #24

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #619546

      SUBJECT REGARDING WIRING DIAGRAM FOR THE HEAT OXYGEN SENSOR (H02S), SECONDARY AIR INJECTION (AIR) PUMP RELAY / MOTOR, MOTRONIC ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM). *TT Read More »

    • TSB #29

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #619547

      SUBJECT REGARDING WIRING DIAGRAM FOR THE DFI ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM), KICK DOWN SWITCH, CLOSED THROTTLE POSITION (CTP) SENSOR, CLOSED THOTTLE POSITION (CTP) SWITCH, GLOW PLUG RELAY, GLOW PLUGS (ENGINE). Read More »

    • TSB #30

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #619548

      INFORMATION CONTAINING A WIRING DIAGRAM FOR THE MOTRONIC ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM), ENGINE SPEED (RPM) SENSOR, KNOCK SENSOR (KS) 1, KNOCK SENSOR (KS) 2. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #31

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #619549

      SUBJECT REGARDING WIRING DIAGRAM FOR THE ABS CONTROL MODULE, DIFFERENTIAL LOCK VALVES, ABS INLET / OUTLET VALVES, ABS / ASR WARNING LIGHTS, ASR / ESP BUTTON, ABS HYDRAULIC PUMP, DATA-BUS OBD INTERFACE. Read More »

    • TSB #33

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #619550

      SUBJECT REGARDING WIRING DIAGRAM FOR THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM), SOLENOID VALVES, TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #VLS0020

      Date Announced:
      NOV 03, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #615890

      SUBJECT REGARDING ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS, TROUBLESHOOTING AND COMPONENT LOCATIONS TECHNICAL BULLETIN NO. 13. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #13

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #615885

      ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS, TROUBLESHOOTING AND COMPONENT LOCATIONS REPAIR MANUAL TECHNICAL BULLETIN. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0001

      Date Announced:
      MAR 24, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #610584

      INFORMATION CONTAINING A COMPONENT GROUND IDENTIFICATION CHART WHICH LISTS GROUND LOCATIONS THAT HAVE BEEN INTEGRATED INTO THE REPAIR INFORMATION SYSTEM. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #9812

      Date Announced:
      AUG 13, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #603352

      SUBJECT ON COMFORT SYSTEM ECM, UNNECESSARY REPLACEMENT. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #9804

      Date Announced:
      AUG 03, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #603333

      SUBJECT ON GLOW PLUG RELAY ( 180 ), LOCATION WARNING. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #9802

      Date Announced:
      JUN 16, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601517

      CONDITIONS WITH VARIOUS ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #9802

      Date Announced:
      JUN 16, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601517

      CONDITIONS WITH VARIOUS ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTIONS. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #9806

      Date Announced:
      MAY 15, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601524

      SUBJECT ON COMFORT SYSTEM, ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD ) READ MEASURED VALVE BLOCK (SCAN TOOL FUNCTION 08 ). *YC Read More »

    • TSB #9803

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601527

      SUBJECT REGARDING BODY-ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC ( OBD ), UPDATE. *YC Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

    • TSB #TT 271002

      Date Announced:
      SEP 14, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10157828

      Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability. Read More »

    • TSB #V271501 2011894

      Date Announced:
      FEB 16, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121196

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

    • TSB #TB-09-10-02

      Date Announced:
      AUG 09, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10035204

      VOLKSWAGEN: HEADLIGHTS MAY INTERMITTENTLY DIM SLIGHTLY AT IDLE. AT IDLE SPEED THE ALTERNATOR VOLTAGE CAN FLUCTUATE, AS THE ALTERNATOR CANNOT FULLY COMPENSATE THE FLUCTUATIONS. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

    • TSB #TB-09-10-02

      Date Announced:
      AUG 09, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10035204

      VOLKSWAGEN: HEADLIGHTS MAY INTERMITTENTLY DIM SLIGHTLY AT IDLE. AT IDLE SPEED THE ALTERNATOR VOLTAGE CAN FLUCTUATE, AS THE ALTERNATOR CANNOT FULLY COMPENSATE THE FLUCTUATIONS. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

    • TSB # TB-94-10-02

      Date Announced:
      AUG 09, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10036467

      VOLKSWAGEN: HEADLIGHTS MAY INTERMITTENTLY DIM SLIGHTLY AT IDLE. THE HEADLAMPS OR INSIDE LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY DIM SLIGHTLY AT IDLE SPEED. Read More »

    • TSB #9801

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #602809

      INFORMATION ON INSTALLING GROUND CONTACT WIRE. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #V9807

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #600871

      SUBJECT ON ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS, TROUBLESHOOTING & COMPONENTS LOCATIONS BULLETING NO. 2. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #V9807

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #600871

      SUBJECT ON ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS, TROUBLESHOOTING & COMPONENTS LOCATIONS BULLETING NO. 2. *YC Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

    • TSB #970102

      Date Announced:
      JUN 25, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10022464

      WIRING HARNESS, COOLANT CONTAMINATION AT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. *KB Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

    • TSB #0103

      Date Announced:
      AUG 15, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #626970

      SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MALFUNCTION. *SLC Read More »

    • TSB #900101

      Date Announced:
      JUN 27, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #621623

      SUBJECT REGARDING MALFUNCTIONING INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0102

      Date Announced:
      MAY 08, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #621611

      A CONDITION MAY EXIST WITH COOLANT LEAKING FROM THE COOLANT RESERVOIR BOTTLE WIRING CONNECTOR CONTAMINATING THE WIRING HARNESS AND / OR CONTAMINATION RESULTING IN VARIOUS MALFUNCTIONS OF THE INSTRUMENT PLANEL. Read More »

    • TSB #9807

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601523

      INFORMATION ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OBD. *YC Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

    • TSB #TT641402

      Date Announced:
      JAN 24, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239789

      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 engine running and heated rear window switched on. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    • TSB #VOS-19-09

      Date Announced:
      MAY 02, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160839

      Software Version Update, Enhancements and Fixes. Also includes 1998 Beetle. Read More »

    • TSB #TT001703

      Date Announced:
      NOV 10, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133469

      Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan Read More »

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    • TSB #V941901-2011521

      Date Announced:
      FEB 18, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10158533

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

    • TSB #V941501 2011521

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121257

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

    • TSB #V941403 2011521

      Date Announced:
      JUN 04, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120169

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #941403

      Date Announced:
      JUN 04, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239592

      Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation Read More »

    • TSB #Edition86

      Date Announced:
      MAY 19, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242349

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #941402

      Date Announced:
      MAR 06, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239591

      Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation Read More »

    • TSB #941401

      Date Announced:
      FEB 14, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239590

      Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation Read More »

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

    • TSB #Edition86

      Date Announced:
      MAY 19, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10243011

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #V941402 2011521

      Date Announced:
      MAR 06, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10124287

      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 ... Read More »

    • TSB #Edition70

      Date Announced:
      JAN 27, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10243002

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #TB-09-10-02

      Date Announced:
      AUG 09, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10035204

      VOLKSWAGEN: HEADLIGHTS MAY INTERMITTENTLY DIM SLIGHTLY AT IDLE. AT IDLE SPEED THE ALTERNATOR VOLTAGE CAN FLUCTUATE, AS THE ALTERNATOR CANNOT FULLY COMPENSATE THE FLUCTUATIONS. Read More »

    • TSB # TB-94-10-02

      Date Announced:
      AUG 09, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10036467

      VOLKSWAGEN: HEADLIGHTS MAY INTERMITTENTLY DIM SLIGHTLY AT IDLE. THE HEADLAMPS OR INSIDE LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY DIM SLIGHTLY AT IDLE SPEED. Read More »

    • TSB #940001

      Date Announced:
      APR 27, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #612442

      INFORMATION REGARDING THE REPAIR OF THE HEADLIGHT ELECTRICAL CONNECTION. *MJS Read More »

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

    • TSB #0401

      Date Announced:
      FEB 17, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10006057

      NEW STYLE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH REQUIRES CARE DURING INSTALLATION TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO SWITCH. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #102

      Date Announced:
      OCT 22, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10004523

      SAFETY RECALL - WT - BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #31703

      Date Announced:
      OCT 13, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10004522

      SAFETY RECALL - WT - NEW BEETLE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0101

      Date Announced:
      OCT 18, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #632149

      TECHNICAL INFORMATION ON REPLACING / ADJUSTING THE BRAKE SWITCH. *TT Read More »

    VISIBILITY

    • TSB #V921502 2026253

      Date Announced:
      JUL 22, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10123011

      Technical Bulletin (Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear): Windshield or rear window is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or the surface feels rough. Read More »

    • TSB #Edition70

      Date Announced:
      JAN 27, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10243002

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

    • TSB #921301

      Date Announced:
      MAY 06, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10253204

      Customer States Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear Read More »

    VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

    • TSB #TT 64-14-02

      Date Announced:
      MAY 08, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10122956

      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. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

    • TSB #TT 64-14-02

      Date Announced:
      MAY 08, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10122956

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #Edition115

      Date Announced:
      DEC 08, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242996

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #0603

      Date Announced:
      APR 26, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10020720

      DOOR WINDOWS, MAY SEPERATE FROM WINDOW REGULATOR CLAMPS. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #0307

      Date Announced:
      APR 04, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10001570

      DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR WINDOW REGULATOR REPAIRS. *TT Read More »

    VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #0001

      Date Announced:
      SEP 29, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #618423

      SUBJECT REGARDING SUNROOF BINDING OR NOISY DUE TO BROKEN SLIDE(S). *TT Read More »

    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

    • TSB #871409

      Date Announced:
      SEP 24, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239541

      Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only) Read More »

    • TSB #Edition70

      Date Announced:
      JAN 27, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10243002

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #851401

      Date Announced:
      JAN 22, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239531

      HVAC, Temperature Output Control Cannot Be Adjusted Read More »

    • TSB #800001

      Date Announced:
      MAR 02, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #612463

      VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE NO AIR FLOW ADJUSTMENT AT CENTER AIR OUTLET (S). *MJS Read More »

    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW

    • TSB #TT 64-14-02

      Date Announced:
      JAN 24, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10122240

      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. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT

    • TSB #TT641402

      Date Announced:
      JAN 24, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239789

      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 engine running and heated rear window switched on. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR

    • TSB #0201

      Date Announced:
      MAR 04, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #633842

      FRESH AIR BLOWER MOTOR, INOPERATIVE AT AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURES NEAR OR BELOW FREEZING. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #800101

      Date Announced:
      JUL 18, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #622402

      EXPERIENCING EXCESSIVE NOISE AND / OR VIBRATION ORIGINATING FROM THE FRESH AIR BLOWER MOTOR ASSEMBLY. *TT Read More »

    AIR BAGS

    AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

    • TSB #9901

      Date Announced:
      JAN 05, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #604431

      SUBJECT REGARDING SPECIAL TOOL FOR REMOVING AND / OR REPAIRING FRONT SEAT WHICH IS EQUIPPED WITH A SIDE AIRBAG. *TT Read More »

    STRUCTURE

    • TSB #Edition115

      Date Announced:
      DEC 08, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242996

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #0402

      Date Announced:
      MAY 10, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10007885

      DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR WINDOW REGULATOR REPAIRING. *MJ ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING DOOR WINDOW, SEPARATES FROM WINDOW REGULATOR CLAMPS. *TT Read More »

    STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

    • TSB #2015831

      Date Announced:
      AUG 28, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10026848

      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. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY

    STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS

    • TSB #9802

      Date Announced:
      MAR 31, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #600979

      SOME VEHICLES ARE NOT PRODUCED WITH FRONT BUMPER LICENSE PLATE MOUNTS. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #9802

      Date Announced:
      MAR 31, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #600979

      SOME VEHICLES ARE NOT PRODUCED WITH FRONT BUMPER LICENSE PLATE MOUNTS. *YC Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

    • TSB #9801

      Date Announced:
      MAR 25, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #600909

      FUNCTION OPTIONS FOR CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM. *YC Read More »

    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

    • TSB #0001

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #610178

      SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT THROTTLE PEDAL VIBRATION AT IDLE AND / OR RAPPING NOISE AGAINST ENGINE COVER HEARD ON VEHICLES WITH SECONDARY AIR INJECTION. *TT Read More »

    TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

    SEATS

    • TSB #0101

      Date Announced:
      JUN 12, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #621613

      SUBJECT REGARDING LATCH SYSTEM LOWER ANCHORS AND TETHERS FOR CHILDREN, INSTALLING / RETROFITTING. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #9801

      Date Announced:
      DEC 02, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #603955

      PROCEDURES ON REMOVING THE FRONT SEATS WITH SIDE AIRBAG. *YC Read More »

    SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

    • TSB #15

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #619541

      SUBJECT REGARDING HEATED SEAT WIRING DIAGRAM. *TT Read More »

    INTERIOR LIGHTING

    • TSB #0205

      Date Announced:
      AUG 23, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #10000542

      MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P0410, P0411, OR P1423 STORED IN DTC MEMORY. *TT Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #SM 33-2019

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159010

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

    • TSB #TT 91 19 01

      Date Announced:
      MAR 22, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159014

      Alternative method for radio code retrieval. Read More »

    • TSB #SM 44-2017 EN

      Date Announced:
      JUN 28, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10155644

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

    • TSB #VHW-17-11

      Date Announced:
      JUN 22, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10157383

      VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide Read More »

    • TSB #Elsa 6-22-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 22, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10128104

      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, ... Read More »

    • TSB #V941403 2011521

      Date Announced:
      JUN 04, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120169

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #Edition86

      Date Announced:
      MAY 19, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242349

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #V001404 2010380

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10124348

      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. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

    • TSB #V941901201152115

      Date Announced:
      APR 21, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174476

      Updated to include additional models and model year applicability. Read More »

    • TSB #271402

      Date Announced:
      DEC 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239831

      Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000 Charger Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

    • TSB #9904

      Date Announced:
      JUN 09, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #608345

      INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLE'S THAT EXHIBIT STATIC/INTERFERENCE ON AM RADIO STATIONS. *MJS Read More »

    • TSB #9809

      Date Announced:
      JUN 26, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601875

      SUBJECT REGARDING CODING RADIO CONTROL MODULE. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #9803

      Date Announced:
      JUN 24, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601874

      SUBJECT ON RADIO CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURES. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #9801

      Date Announced:
      MAR 02, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #600861

      INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR CD CHANGER. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #9801

      Date Announced:
      MAR 02, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #600861

      INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR CD CHANGER. *YC Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #V941901201152119

      Date Announced:
      DEC 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10228180

      Update model year applicability to include 2023. Read More »

    • TSB #TT 271002

      Date Announced:
      SEP 14, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10157302

      Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability. Read More »

    • TSB #TT 200901

      Date Announced:
      AUG 18, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10125661

      Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking. Read More »

    • TSB #1-2017 Update

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10128055

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

    • TSB #V691601 2010479

      Date Announced:
      OCT 31, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10126785

      Update model year applicability to include 2017. Read More »

    • TSB #TT 97-12-02

      Date Announced:
      SEP 23, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10127969

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

    • TSB #Elsa 6-29-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 29, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10128105

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #Elsa 6-22-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 22, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10128104

      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, ... Read More »

    • TSB #V941501 2011521

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121257

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

    • TSB #TT240801

      Date Announced:
      MAY 09, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238572

      Fault code P1297 may be set and fuel mixtures may go lean if the vehicle is driven under load or revved up and then returned to idle. Read More »

    • TSB #TB001404

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241266

      Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials Read More »

    • TSB #Edition70

      Date Announced:
      JAN 27, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242340

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #PDITECHCHECKa

      Date Announced:
      OCT 28, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240900

      Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections Read More »

    • TSB #PDI - BEETLE TEC

      Date Announced:
      JUL 17, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10125768

      Beetle Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has ... Read More »

    • TSB #PDI - BEETLE TEC

      Date Announced:
      JUN 13, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10125853

      Beetle Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has ... Read More »

    • TSB #Edition35

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10243066

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #9801

      Date Announced:
      APR 24, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601078

      UPDATES ON REPAIR MANUAL REVISIONS. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #9801

      Date Announced:
      APR 24, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601078

      UPDATES ON REPAIR MANUAL REVISIONS. *YC Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • TSB #V871806201994714

      Date Announced:
      MAY 12, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175799

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

    • TSB #V871622 2019947

      Date Announced:
      OCT 24, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10126861

      Update to model year applicability. Read More »

    • TSB #V871506 2019947

      Date Announced:
      JUL 07, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10123015

      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 ... Read More »

    • TSB #V871409 2019947

      Date Announced:
      SEP 24, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120316

      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 ... Read More »

    • TSB #V851401 2012432

      Date Announced:
      JAN 22, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10122252

      Technical Bulletin (Temperature Output Control Cannot Be Adjusted): Customer states cannot adjust temperature and/or A/C is not cold. The blend door control lever moves freely, but the blend door does not operate. Read More »

    UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    • TSB #TT641402

      Date Announced:
      JAN 24, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239789

      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 engine running and heated rear window switched on. Read More »

    • TSB #Edition35

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242404

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #921301

      Date Announced:
      MAY 06, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10253204

      Customer States Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear Read More »

    • TSB #0004

      Date Announced:
      DEC 05, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #615888

      SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT FLOOR MAT FASTENER DAMAGE. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #9905

      Date Announced:
      JUN 16, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #605992

      CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF TOO MUCH BASS SOUND FROM SPEAKERS. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #9902

      Date Announced:
      JUN 02, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #608348

      INFORMATION ON VEHICLE'S EXHIBITING WIND NOISE/WHISTLE FROM INSTRUMENT PANEL AREA. MJS Read More »

    • TSB #9901

      Date Announced:
      MAY 12, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #608344

      INFORMATION ON REPAIR OF VEHICLE'S EXHIBITING WIND NOISE/WHISTLE FROM INSTRUMENT PANEL AREA. MJS Read More »

    • TSB #9810

      Date Announced:
      JUL 28, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #603350

      SUBJECT PERTAINING TO INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, ODOMETER ADAPTATION. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #9802

      Date Announced:
      APR 27, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601070

      SUBJECT ON SIDEWINDER KEY AND LOCKS. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #9802

      Date Announced:
      APR 27, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601070

      SUBJECT ON SIDEWINDER KEY AND LOCKS. *YC Read More »