2014 Volkswagen Beetle Technical Service Bulletins

1,327 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2014 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.

• 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)
• 10124296Mar 7, 2014Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (No Start, or Rough Running issues): When diagnosing a MIL ON, no-start or rough running concern on a common rail diesel vehicle, and no root cause is found after following all GFF diagnostic procedures, it may be necessary to check for metallic particles in the High Pressure Fuel Pump. If such an inspection is necessary, the guidelines in this document must be observed when removing the N290…
• 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
• 10122254Mar 4, 2014Equipment. 2014 Volkswagen Beetle/Beetle Convertible Quick Reference Specification Book: This document is an overview which covers -General Information -Vehicle Identification -Sales Codes -Vehicle Lifting -Suspension, Wheels, Steering -Brake System -Body -Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning -Electrical System
• 10243008Mar 3, 2014Engine cooling, Electrical system. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10250693Feb 28, 2014Equipment. New Loaner Policy for VW Customer Mobility Vehicles
• 10122253Feb 26, 2014Equipment. 2014 Volkswagen Beetle/Beetle Convertible Quick Reference Specification Book: This document is an overview which covers multiple -Engine Code -Fuel and Air Mixture -Ignition System -Additional Exhaust Regulation -Speed and Idle Control -Control Module and Output Signals -Fuel and Air Ratios Control Module -Additional Emissions Regulations
• 10119358Feb 26, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Engine. 2014 Volkswagen Beetle/Beetle Convertible Quick Reference Specification Book: This document is an overview which covers -General Information -Vehicle Identification -Sales Codes -Vehicle Lifting -ENGINES -TRANSMISSIONS
• 10253191Feb 25, 2014Electrical system, Other or unknown. RNS 315 Navigation Radio Software Update for Locking, Rebooting, Switches Off at Random
• 10241264Feb 25, 2014Engine cooling, Fuel system. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
• 10239568Feb 25, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. RNS 315 Navigation Radio Software Update for Locking, Rebooting, Switches Off at Random
• 10253190Feb 19, 2014Other or unknown. Car-Net? Operating Control Unit (OCU/J949) Service Guidelines & General Information
• 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.
• 10122260Feb 13, 2014Equipment. 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Maintenance Schedule from 10,000 miles to 120,000 miles
• 10239816Feb 12, 2014Engine cooling. MIL ON in Sub-Freezing Conditions (DTC P0087), Engine Cranks but does not Start
• 10241698Feb 11, 2014Equipment. Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections
• 10122258Feb 11, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10238022Feb 7, 2014Brakes. Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration
• 10253189Feb 6, 2014Equipment, Other or unknown. UMI Software Update for Various Bluetooth® Concerns
• 10239566Feb 6, 2014Electrical system. UMI Software Update for Various Bluetooth® Concerns
• 10239583Feb 4, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Wiper Motor Noisy or Inoperative
• 10242446Feb 1, 2014Equipment. Beetle Maintenance Schedule For USA 1.8T Engine
• 10241725Feb 1, 2014Equipment. 2014 Volkswagen Beetle/Beetle Convertible Quick Reference Specification Book
• 10241724Feb 1, 2014Equipment. 2014 Volkswagen Beetle/Beetle Convertible Quick Reference Specification Book
• 10239195Feb 1, 2014Other or unknown. 2014 Volkswagen Beetle/Beetle Convertible Quick Reference Specification Book
• 10073686Feb 1, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10073286Feb 1, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10073285Feb 1, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10238021Jan 29, 2014Brakes. 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.
• 10122248Jan 29, 2014Brakes. Technical Bulletin (Vibration or Noise When Braking): 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. This document informs that vehicles requiring front, rear, or both disc cleaning will exhibit vibration and/or noise. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to…
• 10243002Jan 27, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Tires, Exterior lighting. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242340Jan 27, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10241265Jan 27, 2014Engine cooling, Fuel system. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
• 10240862Jan 27, 2014Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10127719Jan 27, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10252219Jan 24, 2014Equipment. Inspection Service Reminder, ?Inspect Now? Message
• 10252218Jan 24, 2014Engine cooling. Beetle Turbo-Oil Temperature Gauge Operation
• 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…
• 10237714Jan 24, 2014Engine cooling. Be aware that the oil temperature gauge (if equipped) will not begin reading until oil temperature reaches approximately 120°F. Additionally, the gauge may appear to fluctuate or drop to 120° during engine warm up in the first 30 minutes of driving. The Oil Temperature display in the MFI may also sporadically show ?---°F? during this warm up period. No repairs are recommended if operation is as described above.
• 10122241Jan 24, 2014Equipment. Tech Tips (Beetle Turbo-Oil Temperature Gauge Operation): This document informs the reader of the handling this item with use for the item at its fullest
• 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
• 10069542Jan 24, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10243001Jan 20, 2014Steering, Engine cooling. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10121243Jan 20, 2014Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Frozen Charge Air Cooler ? Engine Will Not Start): Document discusses diagnosis Codes necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of engine issue. The diagnosis codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available
• 10252936Jan 17, 2014Exterior lighting. With HID headlights

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