2016 Volkswagen Golf SportwagenService bulletins
2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen Technical Service Bulletins
673 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. 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.
- 10121152Mar 11, 2016Electrical system. Tech Tips for Door Control Module Identification
- 10121147Mar 11, 2016Electrical system. This communication provides important information on how to obtain and install the latest software for the new John Bean VAS701001 alignment machine model
- 10121142Mar 11, 2016Equipment. Tech Tips for TDI-Recommended AdBlue Concentration
- 10121161Mar 8, 2016Suspension. Technical Bulletin on how to service 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. The document also contains information on where to find out about warranty coverage for servicing this issue
- 10121160Mar 8, 2016Suspension, Brakes, Steering. Technical Bulletin informing that When applying brakes at highway speeds the following symptoms may occur: - Brake pedal pulsation - Vibration felt in vehicle body - Steering wheel shakes It informs how to inspect brakes. It informs of where to find warranty information for servicing the issue
- 10121158Mar 4, 2016Electrical system. Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)
- 10121154Mar 4, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Tech Tips for proper diagnosis and operation of the washer pump
- 10121153Mar 4, 2016Equipment. Tech Tips for MIB 2 Blue Emergency Screen after 91N9 update
- 10121145Mar 3, 2016Equipment. VW CREW Southeast Region and Pacific Region Warranty Administrator Openings Available
- 10121162Mar 1, 2016Equipment. Service Information T10542/2 ? Threaded Stud from High Voltage Adapter Set notice
- 10121148Mar 1, 2016Equipment. Service Information T10542-ERG High-Voltage Adapter Kit Auto Shipment AT-385
- 10236440Feb 29, 2016Fuel system. Diesel fuel system diagnosis repair.
- 10121119Feb 29, 2016Fuel system. A how to guide for Diesel Fuel System Diagnosis and Repair
- 10121133Feb 25, 2016Equipment. Amount of Inbound requests year-to-date overview
- 10236475Feb 24, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
- 10126457Feb 24, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil-on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
- 10236469Feb 19, 2016Equipment. Technician and Detailer Inspection.
- 10236442Feb 19, 2016Electrical system. Generator replacement.
- 10127691Feb 19, 2016Equipment. Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections checklist
- 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.
- 10127700Feb 17, 2016Equipment. Volkswagen Perfect Delivery Process - Sales Consultant Delivery Checklist
- 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
- 10236480Feb 12, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
- 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
- 10126456Feb 12, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil-on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
- 10236485Feb 8, 2016Equipment. Elsa Newsletter
- 10236474Feb 8, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
- 10126455Feb 8, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil-on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
- 10236436Feb 5, 2016Engine cooling. Gasoline quality.
- 10236434Feb 5, 2016Fuel system, Other or unknown. Fuel additive to help prevent sporadic misfire faults.
- 10236408Feb 5, 2016Equipment. MIB2 MQB Radio (modular infotainment system). USA ONLY.
- 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.
- 10121121Feb 5, 2016Electrical system, Engine cooling. Tech Bullentin concerning Electric Coolant Fans that Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF
- 10121099Feb 5, 2016Electrical system. Document informing dealer of intent to proceed with a software update to the MIB2 MQB Radio (Modular Infotainment System) Software. A customer satisfaction campain will follow the update to better understand the customers reaction to the software update.
- 10236413Feb 4, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera), Equipment. MIB2 MQB Radio (modular infotainment system). USA ONLY.
- 10121637Feb 4, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. Communication to dealer that a Customer Satisfaction Campaign with customer notification is taking place. Dealers must ensure that every affected inventory vehicle with "2016 MY Volkswagen Vehicles with the MIB2 MQB Radio (Modular Infotainment System)" has this campaign completed before delivery to consumers. The campain is to update the software and inquire customers on their views after the update.
- 10236473Feb 3, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
- 10128050Feb 3, 2016Equipment. Update tech tip to refer to ETKA for the latest parts information.
- 10127666Feb 3, 2016Electrical system. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
- 10236445Feb 2, 2016Equipment, Body and structure. Strut or Shock Absorber Leak Assesment.
- 10236444Feb 2, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Automatic transmission fluid requirements.
- 10236435Feb 2, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Choosing service numbers-Transmission and Drivetrain.
- 10121125Feb 2, 2016Equipment. Document informs meaning of service numbers to discribe issuse with If the customer is experiencing clutch related issues and the concern is found to be within the clutch components If the customer is experiencing manual gearbox related issues and the concern is found to be within the standard gearbox If the customer is experiencing automatic transmission-related issues and the concern is found to be within the…
- 10121115Feb 2, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This document was created In response to multiple dealership inquires about aftermarket universal (one fluid fits all) automatic transmission fluids and transmission flushing, Volkswagen Group of America, Volkswagen Canada have prepared the following statement. At this time, Volkswagen Group of America, Volkswagen Canada do not support or warranty any use of aftermarket universal automatic transmission fluids or…
- 10121114Feb 2, 2016Suspension. Technical Bulletin about a customer concern stating that customer observed one or more of the shocks/struts appearing to have an oil leak. Document contains examples of Strut or Shock Absorber Leak Assessments
- 10236483Feb 1, 2016Equipment. Elsa Newsletter
- 10213868Jan 29, 2016Other or unknown, Equipment. Infotainment Worksheet.
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.