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.

• 10126866Oct 25, 2016Steering. Updated to include model year 2017 applicability
• 10126861Oct 24, 2016Equipment. Update to model year applicability.
• 10126787Oct 24, 2016Equipment. additional symptom gathering information and guidence to isolate customer concern before beginning repair.
• 10126871Oct 20, 2016Engine. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
• 10126870Oct 20, 2016Engine. Update to include additional model year applicability.
• 10126869Oct 20, 2016Electrical system. Update model year applicability.
• 10126867Oct 20, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Updated to include an additional model year applicability.
• 10126889Oct 18, 2016Suspension. The strainer screen in the camshaft bearing bracket can tear and cause camshaft adjuster issues.
• 10126897Oct 14, 2016Equipment. Update to the direction to perform basis setting adaptation of the AC compressor after control module replacement. The diagnostic and repair routine in the scan tool does not automatically address after parts replacement. Additional information to denote scan tool differences for the 2016MY.
• 10126786Oct 13, 2016Equipment. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
• 10126783Oct 12, 2016Equipment. Update model and model year applicability.
• 10236426Sep 23, 2016Body and structure, Equipment. Contacting the parts helpline
• 10127969Sep 23, 2016Equipment. Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. Update model year applicability.
• 10127953Sep 15, 2016Equipment. Updated to include additional model year and required documentation instruction.
• 10123368Sep 15, 2016Equipment. Updated to include additional model year and required documentation instruction.
• 10127971Sep 14, 2016Equipment. Updated vendor code and parts table.
• 10123369Sep 14, 2016Equipment. Updated vendor code and parts table.
• 10107210Aug 29, 2016Equipment. To update causal part numbers in warranty table and update model year applicability.
• 10106608Aug 29, 2016Equipment. To update causal part numbers in warranty table and update model year applicability.
• 10107206Aug 12, 2016Equipment. Direction to perform system reset after component replacment or disconnect of the hvac system control head. No test plan information to address this.
• 10106603Aug 12, 2016Equipment. Direction to perform system reset after component replacment or disconnect of the hvac system control head. No test plan information to address this.
• 10107922Aug 8, 2016Exterior lighting, Body and structure. Update technical bulletin to include all 2017 models
• 10107881Aug 5, 2016Electrical system. Instructions to manually set service internal maximum values after instrument cluster replacement, to prevent false messages to the customer.
• 10107741Aug 5, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. Instructions to manually set service internal maximum values after instrument cluster replacement, to prevent false messages to the customer.
• 10107504Jul 28, 2016Engine, Electrical system. "engine, misfire diagnostic aid the mil is flashing or illuminated."
• 10106542Jul 11, 2016Body and structure. Repair of extensive stone chips in front bumber cover.
• 10106483Jun 24, 2016Equipment. To update basic setting instruction for model year 2016 vehicles.
• 10128379Jun 15, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). explaination of cross car distorion when looking through the windshield and how the "effect" in normal.
• 10106484Jun 10, 2016Equipment. Direction to perform basis setting adaptation of the ac compressor after control module replacement. The diagnostic and repair routine in the scan tool does not automatically address after parts replacement.
• 10107722May 27, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Reminder to follow the correct repair procedure of pilot bearing replacement, when removing and re-installing the dsg transmission
• 10128084May 20, 2016Electrical system. Quick Reference Update Guide of the vehicles expected upgraded software level. The latest corresponding technical bulletins that address the issues, and concerns that have been had with the vehicles.
• 10107926May 6, 2016Electrical system. Update technical bulletin to include all models for 2015, 2016, 2017 model year applicability.
• 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.
• 10107612Apr 15, 2016Seats. The update to this tech tip was to include the 2016 model year applicability.
• 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
• 10121158Mar 4, 2016Electrical system. Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)
• 10236442Feb 19, 2016Electrical system. Generator replacement.
• 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.
• 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
• 10236497Feb 12, 2016Equipment. Quick reference update guide.
• 10127681Feb 12, 2016Electrical system. Quick Reference of vehicle concerns. Includes a list of Software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns Updated
• 10236485Feb 8, 2016Equipment. Elsa Newsletter
• 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

← All problems reported for the 2012 Volkswagen Beetle