2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Technical Service Bulletins

604 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 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.

• 11038146Sep 17, 2026Engine. Suggested fuel additive
• 11038143Sep 9, 2026Other or unknown. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
• 11036868Aug 6, 2026Other or unknown. Permission to change Daily Order upgraded to RED Order
• 11036870Aug 4, 2026Other or unknown. Differences between a leak and seepage
• 11035772Jul 15, 2026Electrical system. This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: DA 0019 - Hotfix 12-V battery test(s) – No battery diagnosis - Inconclusive test result.
• 11035762Jul 9, 2026Engine. Oil Consumption Measurement and Electronic Oil Consumption Measurement
• 11034614Jun 18, 2026Engine. Instruction, how to lubicate engine before initial start.
• 11034613Jun 18, 2026Engine. Lubricating engine components before reassembly.
• 11034621Jun 11, 2026Air bags. Inquiries
• 11034617Jun 4, 2026Engine. Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards
• 11030847Mar 27, 2026Engine. This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the error message ERP0204E could occur during perform initial operation, software configuration, SVM updates for any control module(s) etc.
• 11030841Mar 25, 2026Other or unknown. Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
• 11030838Mar 19, 2026Other or unknown. Damage Inspection of Park assist sensors
• 11030829Mar 6, 2026Electrical system. This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct multiple test plans: All basic settings test for the following components - Fill and bleed cooling system issue, N493, J338, Camshaft, V465 etc. Use this test for all the basic setting. You will need to select the component you need to run the…
• 11030828Mar 5, 2026Other or unknown. Paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment may not match the exterior paint color
• 11030826Mar 2, 2026Air bags. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent warning regarding counterfeit replacement airbag inflators that are being installed in used vehicles.
• 11028490Jan 6, 2026Electrical system. This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct a test that is not reading any information from the battery data module (BDM) and will output:
• 11027254Dec 8, 2025Electrical system. Diagnosis for Excessive Current Draw.
• 11026184Nov 18, 2025Suspension. What is and what is not a leaking suspension strut.
• 11026174Nov 3, 2025Brakes. Alignment sheet submission.
• 11025452Oct 17, 2025Engine. Coolant Bleed Procedure
• 11025440Oct 14, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. Cautions about using aftermarket transmission flush machines and aftermarket transmission fluids.
• 11025437Oct 14, 2025Engine. G12Evo can now be mixed with previous coolants.
• 11025430Oct 14, 2025Engine. Engine misfire diagnostic aid.
• 11025439Oct 9, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. Diagnosing Manual Transmission Noise
• 11025436Oct 9, 2025Engine. How to measure engine oil consumption.
• 11025435Oct 8, 2025Engine. Proper engine oil level before leaving the factory.
• 11025442Oct 6, 2025Other or unknown. GFF Requirements regardless of concern plus System flush requirement
• 11025431Oct 6, 2025Engine. A list of suggested fuel stations
• 11025429Oct 6, 2025Engine. Fuel Additive to prevent sporatic misfire
• 11021378Jul 22, 2025Engine. Fuel Additive
• 11021372Jul 14, 2025Suspension. How to identify and when to replace a leaking strut
• 11020322Jun 9, 2025Engine. Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards (U.S. Only)
• 11018934May 22, 2025Steering. Using Alignment Sheet Submission Form
• 11018938May 12, 2025Other or unknown. How to check for HVAC system leaks using nitrogen.
• 11017579Apr 21, 2025Engine. Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards
• 11014943Feb 17, 2025Air bags. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
• 11014949Feb 12, 2025Engine. Identifying and Mixing Engine Coolant
• 11012464Dec 4, 2024Other or unknown. Diesel Models only. Repurchase Prior to Repairs
• 11010024Oct 30, 2024Body and structure. Lack of paint under roof
• 11010022Oct 30, 2024Engine. Engine Oil Standards
• 11010021Oct 17, 2024Other or unknown. Additional reporting
• 11010011Oct 7, 2024Other or unknown. Vehicle Concerns Before Recall Repair Available
• 11008857Sep 18, 2024Engine. How to perform the engine oil consumption measurement
• 11008861Sep 17, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Fluid requirements
• 11008858Sep 17, 2024Engine. A list of engine oil that meet Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards
• 11008856Sep 17, 2024Engine. Checking Engine Oil and correctly reading dip stick
• 11008853Sep 17, 2024Other or unknown. How to manage software versions using VW diagnostic Tool
• 11008851Sep 17, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid
• 11008846Sep 12, 2024Body and structure. Wind & Water Leak Checking

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