2018 Volkswagen Atlas Technical Service Bulletins

821 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10144652Jun 6, 2018Electrical system. This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano contacts.
• 10133479Nov 24, 2017Equipment. Tip to address MIB2 infotainment functionality at vehicle start up
• 10133478Nov 24, 2017Equipment. Tips to address MIB2 infotainment functionality concerns
• 10133477Nov 24, 2017Equipment. Diagnostics for the roof mounted antenna
• 10133472Nov 24, 2017Electrical system. J428 adaptation to address loss of function after repairs
• 10133485Nov 21, 2017Brakes. Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
• 10133484Nov 21, 2017Brakes. Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
• 10133487Nov 17, 2017Equipment. Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
• 10133476Nov 17, 2017Equipment. Tip to address antennae issues in conjunction with DTCS B10F411, B105413
• 10133471Nov 17, 2017Lane departure. Information to look for aftermarket sensor repairs.
• 10133457Nov 15, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. MIL-on P0420 and/or P0430 in the ECM
• 10133469Nov 10, 2017Electrical system. Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan
• 10133461Nov 10, 2017Equipment. Additional Maintenance Section: ADDED: (1.4L Jetta only) to "Coolant pump toothed belt: Check at 150,000 miles, then every 20,000 miles" and "Timing belt: Check at 150,000 miles, then every 20,000 miles"
• 10133458Nov 7, 2017Equipment. Atlas side step installation instructions
• 10133480Nov 3, 2017Equipment. Tip for newer style keys/KESSY system for verification of mechanical function, prior to programming attempts.
• 10133475Nov 3, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. Updated diagnostic direction to address new concerns in regards to Apply CarPlay Connection on MIBII equipped vehicles. Update models and model year applicability.
• 10133473Nov 3, 2017Equipment. Information to program climate control settings using remote start.
• 10157833Sep 25, 2017Engine. Update brochure part number, literature ordering websie address and include an additional model year applicability
• 10157307Sep 25, 2017Equipment. Update brochure part number, literature ordering websie address and include an additional model year applicability
• 10157841Sep 20, 2017Equipment. HVAC controller software update for recirc mode door operation.
• 10157315Sep 20, 2017Equipment. HVAC controller software update for recirc mode door operation.
• 10157826Sep 15, 2017Equipment, Engine cooling. Tip to clarify evap leak test plan and values.
• 10157300Sep 15, 2017Equipment, Engine. Tip to clarify evap leak test plan and values.
• 10157820Sep 12, 2017Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document that meet the criteria provided.
• 10157294Sep 12, 2017Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document that meet the criteria provided.
• 10157819Sep 11, 2017Other or unknown. Trailer hitch installation
• 10157293Sep 11, 2017Other or unknown. Trailer hitch installation
• 10157846Sep 8, 2017Equipment. *4 Week Extension* Service communication to notify all dealers of requirement to call and open VTA before all Atlas related repairs on MY18 vehicles in order to collect all warranty repair information relative all concerns to ensure prompt analysis and resolution of any emerging concerns.
• 10157320Sep 8, 2017Equipment. *4 Week Extension* Service communication to notify all dealers of requirement to call and open VTA before all Atlas related repairs on MY18 vehicles in order to collect all warranty repair information relative all concerns to ensure prompt analysis and resolution of any emerging concerns.
• 10157831Sep 1, 2017Electrical system. Update to existing information to address phone concerns via bluetooth resulting from saved emoji information
• 10157305Sep 1, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. Update to existing information to address phone concerns via bluetooth resulting from saved emoji information
• 10128449Aug 23, 2017Equipment. Service communication to notify all dealers of requirement to call and open VTA before all Atlas related repairs on MY18 vehicles in order to collect all warranty repair information relative all concerns to ensure prompt analysis and resolution of any emerging concerns.
• 10128450Aug 21, 2017Equipment, Engine. New document
• 10125663Aug 18, 2017Fuel system. Update to expand fuel testing for lean DTCS.
• 10125661Aug 18, 2017Equipment. Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
• 10125695Aug 2, 2017Electrical system. Remote start installation instructions
• 10127897Jul 18, 2017Equipment. Standard Maintenance Section: Moved: "Exterior Lighting" from Extended Maintenance Section. Added: "boots" to "Engine and engine compartment components: Check (from below) for leaks and damage, check transmission, final drive, and drive axle boots.
• 10127874Jul 14, 2017Equipment. Standard Maintenance Section: Added "boots" to "Engine and engine compartment components: Check (from below) for leaks and damage, check transmission, final drive, and drive axle boots"
• 10127898Jul 12, 2017Equipment. Service Interval Table: Added 110K mile interval
• 10133344Jul 5, 2017Engine cooling. 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. Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
• 10158545Jun 29, 2017Electrical system. Trailer braking information
• 10158502Jun 29, 2017Equipment, Other or unknown. Trailer towing information
• 10157362Jun 29, 2017Equipment. Trailer towing information
• 10157184Jun 29, 2017Electrical system. Trailer braking information
• 10157175Jun 29, 2017Equipment, Other or unknown. Trailer towing information
• 10157174Jun 29, 2017Electrical system. Trailer braking information
• 10155644Jun 28, 2017Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
• 10157383Jun 22, 2017Equipment. VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide
• 10128427May 22, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Software update needed for smoothing the shift operation, driveshaft protection and transmission emergency mode for the AQ450 transmission. continued driving is still possible. Bulletin revised - Work procedure steps updated.
• 10125595May 20, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Software update needed for smoothing the shift operation, driveshaft protection and transmission emergency mode for the AQ450 transmission. continued driving is still possible. Bulletin was updated the same day - Original was vixible one day in Elsa.

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