2012 Volkswagen Golf Technical Service Bulletins

1,310 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 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.

• 10125824Jun 10, 2013Engine cooling, Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Manifold Absolute Pressure Range / Performance Stored in ECM Fault Memory): Monitoring strategy for the manifold absolute pressure sensor is too sensitive, causing fault code P0106 to incorrectly set in the engine control module. The production solution to this issue was improved software. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue.
• 10125819Jun 10, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Technical Bulletin (Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements): At this time, Volkswagen Group of America, Volkswagen Canada do not support or warranty any use of aftermarket universal automatic transmission fluids or the machines used to flush the transmissions. This applies to all standard automatic and DSG transmissions.
• 10253205Jun 7, 2013Other or unknown, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding
• 10239582Jun 7, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding
• 10125825Jun 7, 2013Engine cooling, Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Update Programming of ECM for Concerns of a Bump Sensation after Coming to a Stop): Current ECM programming may cause a bump after coming to a stop, which may be felt through the chassis of the vehicle. This concern is caused by the engine torque being slightly high when the transmission goes into Neutral Control. Neutral Control is designed to reduce load on the engine during idle, in order to…
• 10125813Jun 7, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Technical Bulletin (Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding): Wiper blade inspection guidelines for wear and tear, outside influence or a factory issue. This document informs what is under coverage for wiper blade issues.
• 10239834Jun 6, 2013Electrical system. MIL ON, Incorrect Glow Plug Faults P06C5, P06C6, P06C7 and/or P06C8 Stored in Fault Memory
• 10125820Jun 6, 2013Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Cylinder Glow Plug issues): During the initial glow phase, after switching the ignition "On", the ECM performs a check of the glow plugs through the glow plug control module, to ensure the correct glow plugs are installed. If the engine is cranked during this check, lowering the system voltage, the ECM may receive an incorrect reading and set incorrect glow plug faults. A production solution is…
• 10125815Jun 6, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Technical Bulletin (Sunroof / Sunshade, Will Not Open): The sunroof's "Basic Setting" has been unintentionally initiated by the customer. When the sunroof is closed and the rotary switch is pressed down in the closed direction for longer than 10 seconds, the basic setting program of the sunroof motor is initiated, and previous sunroof travel limits are lost.
• 10240650Jun 5, 2013Equipment. We would like to inform you that the FAQ for Service Action 20T8 has been revised to include additional information for dealers to share with customers about the misfueling guard.
• 10125778Jun 5, 2013Fuel system. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Revision to Service Action 20T8 FAQ Install Misfueling Guard): This document informs with a FAQ for Service Action 20T8 has been revised to include additional information for dealers to share with customers about the misfueling guard.
• 10243057Jun 3, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242395Jun 3, 2013Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10241288Jun 3, 2013Engine cooling. Update Programming of ECM for Concerns of a Bump Sensation after Coming to a Stop
• 10253179May 30, 2013Electrical system, Other or unknown, Equipment. RNS 315 Hardware Failure
• 10239556May 30, 2013Equipment. RNS 315 Hardware Failure
• 10239833May 24, 2013Electrical system. MIL ON, Incorrect Glow Plug Faults P06C5, P06C6, P06C7 and/or P06C8 Stored in Fault Memory
• 10238577May 24, 2013Electrical system, Engine cooling. When diagnosing a vehicle concern, and fault P130A ?Hide Cylinder? is found in the Engine Control Module (ECM), be aware that Engine Control Module (ECM) fault P130A ?Hide Cylinder? indicates a cylinder shut down and does not require diagnosis.
• 10238019May 22, 2013Brakes. Brake Disc, Pulsation, All Vehicles except Routan (U.S. Only)
• 10240594May 21, 2013Fuel system. As diesel engine passenger vehicles become more popular, auto manufacturers have seen an increase in the number of misfueling cases where diesel engine vehicles are mistakenly fueled with gasoline. The resulting fuel system contamination can lead to costly repair that are not covered under warranty.
• 10240677May 15, 2013Engine cooling. Install Misfueling Guard
• 10243066May 13, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242404May 13, 2013Other or unknown. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238961May 10, 2013Equipment, Fuel system. Be aware that fuel lines are color coded on vehicles with return fuel pressure lines. The black line is for fuel pressure supply and the blue line is for fuel pressure return. To verify correct line installation, remove the metal cover exposing the fuel pump flange assembly (generally under the rear seat). Refer to the ELSA Repair Manual for specific location. Check for raised arrows on the flange housing.
• 10238594May 10, 2013Electrical system. When diagnosing a generator charging concern, it is recommended to verify operation of the one way clutch located in the generator pulley (if equipped) before replacing generator assembly. To check the one way clutch, remove the belt from the generator pulley and use a trim removal tool to hold fan blades inside generator, as shown below. When attempting to turn pulley by hand with fan blades held, pulley should…
• 10241286May 9, 2013Engine cooling. Engine, Misfire Diagnostic Aid
• 10240871May 9, 2013Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10240868May 9, 2013Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10152548May 9, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10144728May 9, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10052336May 9, 2013Engine. Volkswagen: some vehicles may experience a misfire and/or reduced engine performance.
• 10243065May 6, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242403May 6, 2013Other or unknown. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238607May 3, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. If a CV boot is found to be leaking grease on PDI and a clamp is found to be loose or not aligned properly, only the clamp should be replaced. If concern is found after the vehicle is sold, replace the complete CV joint.
• 10052354May 3, 2013Steering. Volkswagen: steering rack. After replacing the steering rack the fault code 01309 008 is set in abs/esp module. Also included model gti my 2013, model tiguan my 2005-2007, model rabbit my 2005/2011-2013, model eos my 2005/2013, model cc my 2005-2008
• 10243051Apr 29, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242389Apr 29, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10240857Apr 29, 2013Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10152545Apr 29, 2013Engine cooling, Body and structure, Electrical system. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission
• 10238949Apr 26, 2013Engine cooling. After a cold start, the engine coolant temperature gauge will slowly rise to approximately 190° F. When the F265 mapped thermostat opens, the gauge may drop by approximately 60° F before again rising to 190° F. No repairs should be attempted for this normal concern. F265 is pictured below.
• 10238573Apr 25, 2013Engine cooling. For concerns of Fault Code P117A ?Bank 1, correction Lambda middle reached adjustment limit? stored in the ECM, check that the O2 sensors have not been installed or connected improperly.
• 10240856Apr 24, 2013Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10152546Apr 24, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10239393Apr 22, 2013Electrical system, Engine cooling. PSS - Incorrect Glow Plug Faults P06C5, P06C6, P06C7 and/or P06C8
• 10239836Apr 20, 2013Electrical system. MIL ON, Incorrect Glow Plug Faults P06C5, P06C6, P06C7 and/or P06C8 Stored in Fault Memory
• 10238018Apr 19, 2013Brakes. Brake Disc, Pulsation, All Vehicles except Routan (U.S. Only)
• 10243049Apr 15, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242387Apr 15, 2013Engine cooling, Brakes, Seats. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10212721Apr 13, 2013Equipment. Bluetooth Compatibility.
• 10252907Apr 12, 2013Equipment. Radio Navigation Unit Security Label

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