2015 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Technical Service Bulletins

805 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. 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.

• 10106459Jun 16, 2016Engine cooling. This dealer letter gives an update on the current emissions issues with regards to 2.0l tdi vehicles.
• 10128379Jun 15, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). explaination of cross car distorion when looking through the windshield and how the "effect" in normal.
• 10108001May 31, 2016Engine cooling. Sealing flange seal installation guide
• 10107722May 27, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Reminder to follow the correct repair procedure of pilot bearing replacement, when removing and re-installing the dsg transmission
• 10107983May 25, 2016Engine cooling. This dealer letter gives an update on the current emissions issues with regards to 2.0l tdi vehicles.
• 10107621Apr 29, 2016Electrical system. Tech tip denoting potential for damage of the data link connector when using after market plug in devices or scan tools and subsequent diagnostic direction.
• 10107641Apr 26, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Informational publication discribing the manufacturing use of rust inhibitors and anti seize products during assembly, and how the product(s) "run off" may be misinterpreted as an engine oil or automatic transmission oil leak.
• 10107242Apr 22, 2016Engine cooling. This dealer letter gives an update on the current emissions issues with regards to 2.0l tdi vehicles.
• 10107761Apr 21, 2016Steering, Engine cooling, Suspension, Engine, Transmission and drivetrain…. Mil-on, fault p309f or p309d, no electric drive mode customer states crank no start and/or in-tank fuel pump making noise and possibly with fuel pump faults mil-on, fault p013e in the ecm mil-on, fault p164b in ecm mil-on, fault p0011 and/or p0016 in the ecm mil-on, fault p2407 in the ecm customer states noise form the engine/turbo customer states the fuel gauge does not read full mil on, fault p2181 in the ecm…
• 10107668Apr 13, 2016Engine, Equipment, Air bags, Fuel system, Visibility (wipers, defrost…. Mil-on, fault p309f or p309d, no electric drive mode customer states crank no start and/or in-tank fuel pump making noise and possibly with fuel pump faults mil-on, fault p013e in the ecm mil-on, fault p164b in ecm mil-on, fault p0011 and/or p0016 in the ecm mil-on, fault p0011 and/or p0016 in the ecm mil-on, fault p0011 and/or p0016 in the ecm mil-on, fault p2407 in the ecm customer states the fuel gauge does not…
• 10107667Apr 8, 2016Engine, Equipment. This communication informs dealers of the warranty claim coding for 30-day inventory maintenances on 2.0l and 3.0l tdi vehicles.
• 10107644Apr 6, 2016Body and structure. Update "conditions not covered by warranty" section, remove oxydation wording, insert anodized wording, and update model year and model applicability.
• 10121159Mar 31, 2016Fuel system. Technical Bulletin for Welding process issues of the reductant line connector to the supply line which may cause AdBlue leakage at the reductant injector. Document also contains information on how to service the issue and where to find warranty coverage information
• 10121169Mar 28, 2016Body and structure. Technical Bulletin about Paint Finish, Reducing Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches New vehicles (prior to Retail Delivery) with swirl marks and or fine scratches from polishing or cleaning. The document also have infromation about where to find warrenty coverage for the service
• 10143464Mar 17, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10143463Mar 11, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10121161Mar 8, 2016Suspension. Technical Bulletin on how to service Vibration or noise when braking may be due to brake disc corrosion protection which has not been completely removed by normal braking or surface rust built up during transportation. The document also contains information on where to find out about warranty coverage for servicing this issue
• 10121160Mar 8, 2016Suspension, Brakes, Steering. Technical Bulletin informing that When applying brakes at highway speeds the following symptoms may occur: - Brake pedal pulsation - Vibration felt in vehicle body - Steering wheel shakes It informs how to inspect brakes. It informs of where to find warranty information for servicing the issue
• 10121158Mar 4, 2016Electrical system. Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)
• 10121146Mar 3, 2016Equipment. Adjustment of Time Unit Correction Payments for 2014/2015 Model Year Maintenance Claims
• 10236440Feb 29, 2016Fuel system. Diesel fuel system diagnosis repair.
• 10121119Feb 29, 2016Fuel system. A how to guide for Diesel Fuel System Diagnosis and Repair
• 10127676Feb 26, 2016Equipment. Informing of a update of codes for the Inventory Vehicle Open Campaign/Action Report
• 10236441Feb 25, 2016Lane departure, Fuel system. Ad blue warning and/or MIL On. Ad Blue leakage at reductant injector.
• 10121118Feb 25, 2016Equipment. Welding process issues of the reductant line connector to the supply line may cause Ad Blue leakage at the reductant injector. Document discusses how to service issue and gives examples of where to find warranty coverage information
• 10236475Feb 24, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
• 10236482Feb 22, 2016Equipment. Elsa Newsletter
• 10236442Feb 19, 2016Electrical system. Generator replacement.
• 10236431Feb 19, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera). Rearview display camera is grainy and in black and white.
• 10121127Feb 19, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera). Tips on how to fix Rear View Camera Displays that are very Grainy and in Black and White
• 10121117Feb 19, 2016Equipment. Document discusses possible needs for Generator Replacement, Charging System inoperative/malfunctions, noise from engine compartment, accessory drive belt damaged or missing. Document also discusses where to find warranty information for coverage.
• 10236437Feb 17, 2016Electrical system. MIL on camshaft position faults P0011 and/or P0016 stored in fault memory.
• 10121122Feb 17, 2016Equipment. A how to guide for The camshaft adjuster control valve which may stick causing camshaft position faults. The document also has warranty examples over what service is covered can be found
• 10236481Feb 15, 2016Equipment. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
• 10236443Feb 15, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera), Transmission and drivetrain. Manual transmission noise diagnosing.
• 10236438Feb 15, 2016Electrical system, Engine cooling. Electric coolant fans continue to run after ignition is switched off.
• 10121116Feb 15, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Discusses possible causes of customer concern Customer states there is a noise from the clutch, transmission or driveline components under varying driving conditions with varying sound levels
• 10236480Feb 12, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10236485Feb 8, 2016Equipment. Elsa Newsletter
• 10236474Feb 8, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
• 10236436Feb 5, 2016Engine cooling. Gasoline quality.
• 10236434Feb 5, 2016Fuel system, Other or unknown. Fuel additive to help prevent sporadic misfire faults.
• 10121124Feb 5, 2016Fuel system. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults A Volkswagen approved fuel additive is available to help remove and prevent deposits on fuel injectors and intake valves.
• 10121123Feb 5, 2016Fuel system. Technical tips on what to do if improper gasoline has been added to the vehicle.
• 10121121Feb 5, 2016Electrical system, Engine cooling. Tech Bullentin concerning Electric Coolant Fans that Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF
• 10236473Feb 3, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
• 10128054Feb 3, 2016Electrical system. A reminder NOT to use Bluetooth and WiFi when updating 23Q3 software.
• 10127666Feb 3, 2016Electrical system. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10236451Feb 2, 2016Body and structure, Vehicle speed control. Front door locks hard to release.
• 10236445Feb 2, 2016Equipment, Body and structure. Strut or Shock Absorber Leak Assesment.

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