Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 1999 Passat 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.

    STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP

    • TSB #092603

      Date Announced:
      SEP 26, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10006830

      ZF VH RECALL OF THE ZF STEERING PUMP, SUPPLIED TO WD'S FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE AUDI A4 PASSAT P/N 8D0 145 156FX INSTEAD OF THE CORRECT ZF P/N 7691 955 276ZW. 2004 AUDI A4 ALSO INCLUDED. *TT Read More »

    SUSPENSION

    • TSB #400101

      Date Announced:
      MAY 31, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #621617

      A CONDITION MAY EXIST WITH NOISE FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION. *TT Read More »

    SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

    • TSB #VM

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10011593

      CHECK/REPLACE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS. *TC THIS SUPERCEDES THE VM SERVICE ACTION DATED NOVEMBER 2004. *TT Read More »

    BRAKES (PWS)

    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

    • TSB #TT230628

      Date Announced:
      SEP 12, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238568

      For long crank/ difficulty starting with the engine hot: Before replacing any components for this complaint, drain the fuel from the vehicle and replace with known good diesel fuel from a reputable source. Read More »

    • TSB #TT450654

      Date Announced:
      DEC 16, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238620

      To code a Bosch 5.3 ABS control module, use Vehicle Self-diagnosis to enter the correct coding value from the tables below. Note that the first table is only applicable to 2.8L V6 equipped vehicles WITHOUT a CAN-Bus. All 1. Read More »

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

    • TSB #TT 45-06-54

      Date Announced:
      NOV 16, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10157760

      Tech Tips (Bosch 5.3 ABS Control Module ? ABS Coding Tables): This document informs To code a Bosch 5.3 ABS control module, use Vehicle Self-diagnosis to enter the correct coding value from the tables in this document. Read More »

    • TSB #0517

      Date Announced:
      JUL 14, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10016037

      ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CONTROL MODULE WARRANTY REPAIR PROCESS. *TT Read More »

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

    • TSB #TT450654

      Date Announced:
      DEC 16, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238620

      To code a Bosch 5.3 ABS control module, use Vehicle Self-diagnosis to enter the correct coding value from the tables below. Note that the first table is only applicable to 2.8L V6 equipped vehicles WITHOUT a CAN-Bus. All 1. Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK

    • TSB #TT 45-06-54

      Date Announced:
      NOV 16, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10156161

      Tech Tips (Bosch 5.3 ABS Control Module ? ABS Coding Tables): This document informs To code a Bosch 5.3 ABS control module, use Vehicle Self-diagnosis to enter the correct coding value from the tables in this document. Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

    • TSB #TT-45-06-54

      Date Announced:
      NOV 16, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10051242

      VOLKSWAGEN: UPDATE TO INFORMATION. PROVIDING CORRECT CODING VALUES FOR ABS CONTROL MODULES ON CERTAIN VEHICLES WITHOUT CAN-BUS. MODELS 1998-2002 PASSAT. *PE 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 »

    • TSB #VWS1303

      Date Announced:
      JUL 10, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239262

      In SAGA, the time units for the Volkswagen DoubleCheck labor operation were reduced in error from 50 time units to 30 time units during the system update posted on July 4th. 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 #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 #004

      Date Announced:
      NOV 09, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10011567

      ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR. *TC Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

    • TSB #TB-07-09-06

      Date Announced:
      MAY 18, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10030369

      VOLKSWAGEN: ENGINE OIL PRESSURE TOO LOW, LIGHT IS ON, ENGINE FLUSH. THE LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE CONDITION MAY BE CAUSED BY A RESTRICTION OF THE OIL PUMP SUCTION LINE STRAINER. *PE Read More »

    • TSB #2013233

      Date Announced:
      MAR 30, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10021437

      ENGINE OIL PRESSURE TOO LOW, LIGHT IS ON, ENGINE FLUSH. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #0401

      Date Announced:
      AUG 26, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10009887

      ENGINE OIL SPECIFICATIONS, OIL CAPACITY, OIL FILTER. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0403

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10010539

      VALVE COVER, DIAGNOSING OIL LEAKAGE FROM GASKETS. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0402

      Date Announced:
      AUG 05, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10009888

      LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT IS ON. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0421

      Date Announced:
      AUG 04, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10009874

      OIL SLUDGE - WARRANTY EXTENSION FOR 1998-2004 MODEL YEAR VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WITH 1.8L TURBO ENGINE US AND CANADIAN DEALERS. SERVICE CIRCULAR. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0421

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10009873

      WARRANTY EXTENSION COVERING CERTAIN OIL SLUDGE RELATED REPAIRS. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0409

      Date Announced:
      MAY 10, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10007711

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

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

    • TSB #9903

      Date Announced:
      JUL 23, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #607922

      SUBJECT REGARDING ENGINE OIL CAPACITIES. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #9907

      Date Announced:
      MAY 25, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #606257

      SUBJECT REGARING ENGINE MISFIRE. *TT Read More »

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

    • TSB #10172008

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10026322

      VOLKSWAGEN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INTERNAL ENGINE DAMAGE RESULTING FROM A BROKEN TIMING BELT. *PE Read More »

    • TSB #9901

      Date Announced:
      MAY 18, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #608343

      SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE'S EXHIBITING FAILURE OF THE TURBOCHARGER DUE TO LACK OF LUBRICATION ON PASSAT WITH 1.8L 5V TURBO VEHICLES FROM 1998-1999 UP TO VIN #XE000100. *MS Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

    • TSB #10172008

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10026322

      VOLKSWAGEN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INTERNAL ENGINE DAMAGE RESULTING FROM A BROKEN TIMING BELT. *PE 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 #TT230628

      Date Announced:
      SEP 12, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238568

      For long crank/ difficulty starting with the engine hot: Before replacing any components for this complaint, drain the fuel from the vehicle and replace with known good diesel fuel from a reputable source. 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 #TB001403

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

      Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

    • TSB #TT230628

      Date Announced:
      SEP 12, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238568

      For long crank/ difficulty starting with the engine hot: Before replacing any components for this complaint, drain the fuel from the vehicle and replace with known good diesel fuel from a reputable source. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

    • TSB #TT 90-12-06

      Date Announced:
      OCT 05, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10073867

      SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »

    • TSB #TT 90-12-06

      Date Announced:
      OCT 05, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10156050

      Tech Tips (Fuel Gauge Inoperative after Instrument Cluster Replacement with Fault 00771 ?Fuel level sensor -G-?): An inoperative fuel gauge after instrument cluster replacement with fault 00771 ?Fuel level sensor -G-? may be caused by ... Read More »

    • TSB #TT 90-12-06

      Date Announced:
      OCT 05, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10157623

      Tech Tips (Fuel Gauge Inoperative after Instrument Cluster Replacement with Fault 00771 ?Fuel level sensor -G-?): An inoperative fuel gauge after instrument cluster replacement with fault 00771 ?Fuel level sensor -G-? may be caused by ... Read More »

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

    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 961011

      Date Announced:
      SEP 19, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10157832

      Update to model year 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 #Edition117

      Date Announced:
      DEC 22, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242998

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #Edition115

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

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #561 065 760 A as

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10124454

      Assembly Instructions: Installation of original remote start feature accessory, Volkswagen Passat. 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 #TT 45-06-54

      Date Announced:
      NOV 16, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10156161

      Tech Tips (Bosch 5.3 ABS Control Module ? ABS Coding Tables): This document informs To code a Bosch 5.3 ABS control module, use Vehicle Self-diagnosis to enter the correct coding value from the tables in this document. Read More »

    • TSB #TT 90-12-06

      Date Announced:
      OCT 05, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10157623

      Tech Tips (Fuel Gauge Inoperative after Instrument Cluster Replacement with Fault 00771 ?Fuel level sensor -G-?): An inoperative fuel gauge after instrument cluster replacement with fault 00771 ?Fuel level sensor -G-? may be caused by ... Read More »

    • TSB #0502

      Date Announced:
      JAN 14, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10012457

      DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1603 (18011) STORED IN DTC MEMORY. *TT 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 »

    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 »

    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 #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 #Edition117

      Date Announced:
      DEC 22, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242998

      VW Elsa Newsletter 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 »

    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 »

    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

    • TSB #9902

      Date Announced:
      JUN 24, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #606632

      IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING NEW VEHICLE WINDSHIELD, REAR AND SIDE GLASS, SCRATCH, STRESS CRACK AND DISTORTION SURVEY FORM. *TT 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 »

    • TSB #V641502 2039887

      Date Announced:
      APR 20, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10122911

      Technical Bulletin (Rear Door Glass Inoperative): The rear glass cannot be opened / closed, the rear glass may slide down into the door, or the rear glass motor operates but the glass does not move. 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 #Edition117

      Date Announced:
      DEC 22, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242998

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #Edition115

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

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #9904

      Date Announced:
      OCT 22, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #610161

      SUBJECT PERTAINING TO THE SUNROOF SLIDING HEADLINER, REPLACING SLIDES. *TT Read More »

    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

    • 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 #2002419

      Date Announced:
      MAY 24, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10021958

      INTERMITTENT WINDSHIELD WIPER, WIPES ACROSS WINDSHIELD ONCE THEN STOPS. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #9903

      Date Announced:
      JUN 17, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #605990

      CONCERNS WITH INTERMITTENT WINDSHIELD WIPER, WIPES ACROSS WINDSHIELD ONCE THEN STOPS. *TT Read More »

    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 »

    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 »

    AIR BAGS

    STRUCTURE

    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 #V531601 2040536

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121111

      The document refers to Corrosion being found where the rear bumper cover meets the quarter panel. It discusses how it can happen, and where to find warranty coverage to service the parts Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

    • TSB #V641501 2039887

      Date Announced:
      MAR 02, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121263

      Technical Bulletin (Rear Door Glass Inoperative issue diagnosis): The rear glass cannot be opened / closed, the rear glass may slide down into the door, or the rear glass motor operates but the glass does not ... Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

    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 »

    COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

    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 #TT001601

      Date Announced:
      SEP 23, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236426

      Contacting the parts helpline 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 »

    • TSB #Warranty

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239270

      Volkswagen Warranty Policies and Procedures ? April 2014 Read More »

    • TSB #VWS1303

      Date Announced:
      JUL 10, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239262

      In SAGA, the time units for the Volkswagen DoubleCheck labor operation were reduced in error from 50 time units to 30 time units during the system update posted on July 4th. Read More »

    • TSB #PDI - PASSAT TEC

      Date Announced:
      JUN 13, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10125848

      Passat 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 »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

    • TSB #V941901201152115

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

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

    • TSB #TT 961011

      Date Announced:
      SEP 19, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10157306

      Update to model year applicability. Read More »

    • TSB #On-car Analysis

      Date Announced:
      FEB 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143465

      On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles Read More »

    • TSB #On-car Analysis

      Date Announced:
      JAN 15, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143466

      On-car analysis list of Customer Complaint: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles 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 #9907

      Date Announced:
      AUG 02, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #607937

      CONDITIONS WITH POOR AM RECEPTION. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #9903

      Date Announced:
      MAY 21, 1999
      NHTSA ID:
      #608346

      INFORMATION ON RADIO SERIAL NUMBER/CODE, STICKER LOCATION ON VEHICLE'S BEGINING WITH VIN #'S: GOLF/ JETTA (1999, 2000, 1H_XM215697), NEW GOLF/ NEW JETTA (1999,2000 ALL), NEW BEETLE (1999-2000-1C_WM024452), CABRIO (1999-2000- 1 H ... 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 #V551608-2038999

      Date Announced:
      JUN 09, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10128355

      To update claim process statement. Read More »

    • TSB #V531602-2040536

      Date Announced:
      JUN 08, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10128392

      To update claim processing statement. 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 #On-car Analysis

      Date Announced:
      FEB 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143465

      On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles Read More »

    • TSB #On-car Analysis

      Date Announced:
      JAN 15, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143466

      On-car analysis list of Customer Complaint: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles Read More »

    • TSB #Edition117

      Date Announced:
      DEC 22, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242336

      VW Elsa Newsletter Read More »

    • TSB #On-Car Analysis

      Date Announced:
      NOV 26, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10122643

      On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles Read More »

    • TSB #Analysis9

      Date Announced:
      NOV 26, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240873

      Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair Read More »

    • TSB #On-Car Analysis

      Date Announced:
      NOV 11, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10122644

      On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles Read More »

    • TSB #Analysis8

      Date Announced:
      NOV 11, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240872

      Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair 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 #UpdateA

      Date Announced:
      MAY 05, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239209

      Quick Reference Update Guide Read More »

    • TSB #TB001404

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

      Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials Read More »

    • TSB #Analysis12

      Date Announced:
      OCT 08, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240876

      Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair Read More »

    • TSB #PDI - PASSAT TEC

      Date Announced:
      JUL 17, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10125762

      Passat 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 - PASSAT TEC

      Date Announced:
      JUN 13, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10125848

      Passat 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 »

    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    • TSB #V551603 2039446

      Date Announced:
      FEB 17, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121109

      Document discusses Corrosion that may be found on the folded edge of the hood. The corrosion may be found on this edge anywhere around the hood. It discusses how to service it, and document that service. 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 »

    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 #0004

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

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