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.

• 10158552Oct 1, 2013Equipment. Volkswagen Perfect Delivery Process ? Sales Consultant Delivery Checklist: This document informs the seller of a vehicle with a checklist to cover the experience of a customer who is interested in purchasing a vehicle"
• 10069374Oct 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10243046Sep 30, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242384Sep 30, 2013Electrical system, Vehicle speed control. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10239316Sep 30, 2013Equipment. Temporary warranty process and parts return program (car-net equipped models)
• 10157451Sep 30, 2013Equipment. Service Information (2014 Car-Net equipped Models - Market Introduction): During the market introduction of 2014 models equipped with Car-net, Volkswagen will collect all warranty repair information related to any components / failures specific to Car - Net to ensure prompt analysis and resolution of any emerging concerns.
• 10155875Sep 30, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. Service Information (2014 Car-Net equipped Models - Market Introduction): During the market introduction of 2014 models equipped with Car-net, Volkswagen will collect all warranty repair information related to any components / failures specific to Car - Net to ensure prompt analysis and resolution of any emerging concerns.
• 10253216Sep 26, 2013Electrical system. Keyless Entry Inoperative after Access / Start (KESSY) Module Replacement
• 10157401Sep 26, 2013Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Keyless Entry Inoperative after Access / Start (KESSY) Module Replacement): After replacing the Access/Start (KESSY) module, the keyless entry does not work. The Access/Start (KESSY) module service parts are programmed incorrectly, resulting in a lack of functionality. This document informs of the conditions necessary to allow the software to be reprogrammed
• 10155868Sep 26, 2013Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Keyless Entry Inoperative after Access/Start (KESSY) Module Replacement): After replacing the Access/Start (KESSY) module, the keyless entry does not work. The Access/Start (KESSY) module service parts are programmed incorrectly, resulting in a lack of functionality. This document informs of the conditions necessary to allow the software to be reprogrammed
• 10241262Sep 23, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Choosing Service Numbers ? Transmission and Drivetrain
• 10157439Sep 23, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Technical Bulletin (Choosing Service Numbers ? Transmission and Drivetrain): To ensure that customer concerns are being properly addressed, Volkswagen created a reference Service Numbers example sheet available for customer concerns/technician findings. Proper Service Number usage will ensure customer concerns/technician findings are properly addressed allowing for more accurate and timely repair information…
• 10155856Sep 23, 2013Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Choosing Service Numbers ? Transmission and Drivetrain): To ensure that customer concerns are being properly addressed, Volkswagen created a reference Service Numbers example sheet available for customer concerns/technician findings. Proper Service Number usage will ensure customer concerns/technician findings are properly addressed allowing for more accurate and timely repair information…
• 10157421Sep 20, 2013Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. On-car analysis list of customer complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10155646Sep 20, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. On-car analysis list of customer complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10243044Sep 16, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242382Sep 16, 2013Electrical system. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10239399Sep 13, 2013Electrical system. If the remote key fob is depressed repeatedly or a button is held down while outside the remote operating range, the key remote functions may no longer operate. Fault codes 00955 005 ?Key 1 no or incorrect basic settings?, 00956 005 ?Key 2 no or incorrect basic settings?, or 02660 ?Radio Remote control operation not adapted? may be set in the Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519- if GFF is run.
• 10157437Sep 13, 2013Equipment. Tech Tips (Car-Net Operating Control Unit (OCU) Service Guidelines & General Information): This document informs of guidelines that should be followed to prevent mishandling of the Operating Control Unit
• 10157434Sep 13, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. Tech Tips (Remote Functions Inoperative and/or Faults 00955, 00956, 02660): If the remote key fob is depressed repeatedly or a button is held down while outside the remote operating range, the key remote functions may no longer operate. This document informs Before running GFF or attempting any adaptation with the scan tool, attempt to restore remote functionality by following the key synchronization procedure in…
• 10155854Sep 13, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. Tech Tips (Car-Net Operating Control Unit (OCU) Service Guidelines & General Information): This document informs of guidelines that should be followed to prevent mishandling of the Operating Control Unit
• 10155852Sep 13, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. Tech Tips (Remote Functions Inoperative and/or Faults 00955, 00956, 02660): If the remote key fob is depressed repeatedly or a button is held down while outside the remote operating range, the key remote functions may no longer operate. This document informs Before running GFF or attempting any adaptation with the scan tool, attempt to restore remote functionality by following the key synchronization procedure in…
• 10243043Sep 9, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242381Sep 9, 2013Electrical system, Engine, Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238571Sep 9, 2013Engine cooling. When diagnosing fault code P2279-Leaking Air in Intake System, be sure to check the cam timing first.
• 10241295Sep 4, 2013Fuel system, Engine cooling. MIL ON, DTC P0401 Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient Stored in ECM Fault Memory, Could be Accompanied with Fault P2463 DPF Soot Accumulation
• 10157443Sep 4, 2013Engine cooling, Engine. Technical Bulletin (Frozen Charge Air Cooler ? Engine Will Not Start): Engines will not start after standing in cold weather below 0°C (32°F), MIL may be illuminated with various induction and/or boost system faults stored in ECM. Moisture from the intake air condenses and collects in the charge air cooler. At cold temperatures this moisture can freeze causing blockage of the intake air system.
• 10157440Sep 4, 2013Electrical system, Engine. Technical Bulletin (Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient Stored in ECM Fault Memory, Could be Accompanied with Fault P2463 DPF Soot Accumulation): High soot loads prior to regeneration can cause possible restrictions in the EGR filter. This production solution to this issue is new software implemented in current production.
• 10157404Sep 4, 2013Equipment. 2014 UMI equipped models - Market Introduction: During the market introduction of 2014 models equipped with UMI, Volkswagen will collect all warranty repair information related to any components / failures specific to UMI to ensure prompt analysis and resolution of any emerging concerns
• 10157403Sep 4, 2013Equipment. Service Information (2014 Car-Net Equipped Models - Market Introduction): During the market introduction of 2014 models equipped with Car-Net, Volkswagen will collect all warranty repair information related to any components / failures specific to Car-Net to ensure prompt analysis and resolution of any emerging concerns.
• 10155874Sep 4, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. 2014 UMI equipped models - Market Introduction: During the market introduction of 2014 models equipped with UMI, Volkswagen will collect all warranty repair information related to any components / failures specific to UMI to ensure prompt analysis and resolution of any emerging concerns
• 10155873Sep 4, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. Service Information (2014 Car-Net Equipped Models - Market Introduction): During the market introduction of 2014 models equipped with Car-Net, Volkswagen will collect all warranty repair information related to any components / failures specific to Car-Net to ensure prompt analysis and resolution of any emerging concerns.
• 10155857Sep 4, 2013Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient Stored in ECM Fault Memory, Could be Accompanied with Fault P2463 DPF Soot Accumulation): High soot loads prior to regeneration can cause possible restrictions in the EGR filter. This production solution to this issue is new software implemented in current production.
• 10155833Sep 4, 2013Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Frozen Charge Air Cooler ? Engine Will Not Start): Engines will not start after standing in cold weather below 0°C (32°F), MIL may be illuminated with various induction and/or boost system faults stored in ECM. Moisture from the intake air condenses and collects in the charge air cooler. At cold temperatures this moisture can freeze causing blockage of the intake air system.
• 10054868Sep 4, 2013Engine cooling. Volkswagen: during cold weather, engine fails to start, after standing, and if moisture, from intake air, condenses, would freeze and block intake air system, in charge air cooler.
• 10243042Sep 3, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242380Sep 3, 2013Electrical system. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10157420Sep 3, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment, Electrical system. On-car analysis list from customer complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10155645Sep 3, 2013Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list from customer complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10144729Aug 22, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns(including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10053891Aug 14, 2013Fuel system. Volkswagen: diagnosis for high pressure fuel pump where no start, engine crank, without driving, after long periods and may have rough running engine. Models 2008-2014 eos, gti, beetle convertible, jetta, cc, passat, tiguan, beetle.
• 10239844Jul 30, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Back-over prevention (rear camera). Customer states there is a noise from the clutch, transmission or driveline components under varying driving conditions with varying sound levels.
• 10125724Jul 30, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Technical Bulletin (Manual Transmission Noise Diagnosing): Customer states there is a noise from the clutch, transmission or driveline components under varying driving conditions with varying sound levels. This document informs the dealer to follow specific diagnostic steps to assess the condition a vehicle
• 10243056Jul 29, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242394Jul 29, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling, Electrical system. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10125755Jul 26, 2013Engine cooling. Tech Tips (Oil Leak From Oil Drain Plug Area After Oil Change and/or Drain Plug Replacement): This document informs an oil leak from around the oil drain plug noted after oil change, and/or drain plug replacement, may be caused by installation of incorrect drain plug. Correct part number drain plug is based on the oil pan design as shown in this document. Original drain plug is 18mm hex for both style oil pans.
• 10252911Jul 19, 2013Equipment. Car-Net? Operating Control Unit (OCU) Service Guidelines & General Information
• 10252910Jul 19, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. Equipped with UMI Module ? Poor Sound Quality When Using Bluetooth System During Phone Calls
• 10237995Jul 19, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin provides a procedure to determine ?repair? versus ?replacement? of an automatic transmission. This procedure is to be used ?After? the transmission has been removed from the vehicle.
• 10237738Jul 19, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. If a 2014 Model Year vehicle equipped with the Car Net? system experiences a customer complaint where the system is placing false outbound calls, it is possible that the cause is a loose or unplugged connector at the 3-Button Assembly in the overhead console. If this concern is verified and there is no damage to the terminal(s) or connector(s), simply secure or plug in the loose connector.

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