2012 Volkswagen Beetle Technical Service Bulletins

1,078 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. 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.

• 10124291Mar 26, 2014Electrical system, Body and structure. Technical Bulletin (Sunroof / Sunshade, Will Not Open): The panoramic sunroof, regular sunroof or sunshade cannot be opened. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. The fault codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available.
• 10241342Mar 25, 2014Electrical system, Engine cooling. Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is OFF
• 10241329Mar 21, 2014Engine. Proper Removal of Engine Cover to Avoid Breakage
• 10124299Mar 21, 2014Engine. Technical Bulletin (Proper Removal of Engine Cover to Avoid Breakage): Pulling on the engine cover in some areas can cause damage. This document informs on the procedure to remove the engine cover.
• 10239818Mar 20, 2014Electrical system. MIL ON, No Start, or Rough Running with DTCs P0087, P0088 or P0191 Stored in ECM Fault Memory (TDI ONLY)
• 10241310Mar 18, 2014Electrical system, Other or unknown. Software Version Management
• 10124303Mar 18, 2014Electrical system. Technical Bulletin This Technical Bulletin details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any Technical Bulletin (TSB) / Required Vehicle Update (RVU).
• 10241309Mar 13, 2014Brakes, Other or unknown, Vehicle speed control. Update Programming, MIL ON, DTC P0106 Manifold Absolute Pressure Range / Performance Stored in ECM Fault Memory
• 10124304Mar 13, 2014Engine. Technical Bulletin (Manifold Absolute Pressure Range / Performance Stored in ECM Fault Memory): Monitoring strategy for the manifold absolute pressure sensor is too sensitive, causing P0106 to incorrectly set in the engine control module. The product solution for this issue was improved software.
• 10253214Mar 8, 2014Other or unknown, Exterior lighting. Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
• 10239817Mar 7, 2014Electrical system. MIL ON, No Start, or Rough Running with DTCs P0087, P0088 or P0191 Stored in ECM Fault Memory (TDI ONLY)
• 10239591Mar 6, 2014Exterior lighting. Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
• 10124287Mar 6, 2014Exterior lighting. 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 climatic changes. This document discusses necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue.
• 10238060Mar 4, 2014Body and structure. CV boot damage identified.
• 10124293Mar 4, 2014Equipment. Technical Bulletin (CV Boot Replacement): Recommended procedure for removing damaged CV boot. This document informs of the expected condition of a CV boot upon removal
• 10243008Mar 3, 2014Engine cooling, Electrical system. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10241264Feb 25, 2014Engine cooling, Fuel system. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
• 10239202Feb 25, 2014Other or unknown. Quick Reference Update Guide
• 10252937Feb 14, 2014Electrical system. Vehicles equipped with Immobilizer 4 (Download) ? Adapting Keys after Vehicle Lock Set Replacement
• 10237761Feb 14, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. When replacing the complete vehicle lock set (all vehicle keys and lock cylinders) for any reason, be aware that the ?Adapt keys? test plan will not allow the new keys to adapt to the vehicle. Instead, perform the test plan for ?New identity?. During this test plan, make the appropriate selection to indicate only the lock set has been replaced, as shown below in figures 1 and 2.
• 10241698Feb 11, 2014Equipment. Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections
• 10238022Feb 7, 2014Brakes. Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration
• 10239583Feb 4, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Wiper Motor Noisy or Inoperative
• 10241265Jan 27, 2014Engine cooling, Fuel system. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
• 10239789Jan 24, 2014Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Other or unknown. 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. Switch OFF the ignition and visually locate the damage. Proceed with checking any other lines as necessary. Once the damaged line is identified, repair utilizing the Repair kit by Permatex® ITEM…
• 10122240Jan 24, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). 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. This document informs of how to diagnose the issue and tips on servicing the issue
• 10243001Jan 20, 2014Steering, Engine cooling. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10244047Dec 23, 2013Electrical system, Other or unknown. Volkswagen Elsa Newsletter
• 10209320Dec 23, 2013Engine cooling. VW Elsa Newsletter.
• 10252206Dec 13, 2013Electrical system. A/C Control Module Basic Settings
• 10237702Dec 13, 2013Electrical system. To set basic setting on the Climatic control module after replacement for fault code 00898 follow steps below
• 10157527Dec 13, 2013Equipment. Tech Tips (A/C Control Module Basic Settings): This document informs how to set basic setting on the Climatic control module after replacement for fault code 00898
• 10155979Dec 13, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. Tech Tips (A/C Control Module Basic Settings): This document informs how to set basic setting on the Climatic control module after replacement for fault code 00898
• 10069535Dec 13, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10244045Dec 9, 2013Electrical system, Other or unknown. Volkswagen Elsa Newsletter
• 10242365Dec 9, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10244072Dec 3, 2013Engine cooling. Rattling Noises from Engine Compartment Area or Exhaust System
• 10239808Dec 3, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera). Customers may complain of a rattling noise from engine or exhaust area while accelerating from 1800-3000 RPM.
• 10209346Dec 3, 2013Engine. Rattling noises from engine compartmen area or exhaust system.
• 10157543Dec 3, 2013Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Rattling Noises from Engine Compartment Area or Exhaust System): Customers may complain of a rattling noise from engine or exhaust area while accelerating from 1800-3000 RPM. In order to complete proper diagnosis and ensure that the noise is coming from the turbocharger use the procedure in this document.
• 10155952Dec 3, 2013Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Rattling Noises from Engine Compartment Area or Exhaust System): Customers may complain of a rattling noise from engine or exhaust area while accelerating from 1800-3000 RPM. In order to complete proper diagnosis and ensure that the noise is coming from the turbocharger use the procedure in this document.
• 10242364Dec 2, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10157585Nov 26, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10156004Nov 26, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10242375Nov 25, 2013Equipment, Steering, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Engine. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10213850Nov 22, 2013Wheels, Steering. Steering Wheel Off Center.
• 10238932Nov 15, 2013Equipment. If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. If parts assistance is needed, please call 800-767-6552 to speak with a VWGoA Parts Specialist.
• 10238931Nov 15, 2013Equipment. If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. If parts assistance is needed, please call 800-767-6552 to speak with a VWGoA Parts Specialist.
• 10212722Nov 15, 2013Equipment. Part ordering
• 10157603Nov 15, 2013Equipment. Tech Tips (All Models 2000-2014 - Part ordering): If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. This document informs how to contact VWGoA Parts Specialist for help.

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