2015 Volkswagen Golf Technical Service Bulletins

1,149 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2015 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.

• 10236482Feb 22, 2016Equipment. Elsa Newsletter
• 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.
• 10236437Feb 17, 2016Electrical system. MIL on camshaft position faults P0011 and/or P0016 stored in fault memory.
• 10121122Feb 17, 2016Equipment. A how to guide for The camshaft adjuster control valve which may stick causing camshaft position faults. The document also has warranty examples over what service is covered can be found
• 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.
• 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
• 10236485Feb 8, 2016Equipment. Elsa Newsletter
• 10236453Feb 5, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera). Rattle or creaking noise from panoramic sunroof.
• 10236436Feb 5, 2016Engine cooling. Gasoline quality.
• 10236434Feb 5, 2016Fuel system, Other or unknown. Fuel additive to help prevent sporadic misfire faults.
• 10236427Feb 5, 2016Equipment. Active grille air shutter "A" control circuit range/performance.
• 10121130Feb 5, 2016Equipment. A notice of to and how to inspect the lower grill active shutter of any obstructions i.e. accident damage, snow, ice or debris. The document also informs how to test the performance of the grille
• 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
• 10121106Feb 5, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Document explains the issue of A rattle or creaking noise may be heard from the rear of the Panoramic Sunroof when driving on uneven roads with the sunroof closed. It discusses potential methods to service the issue, and document it for warranties if coverage is applicable
• 10128054Feb 3, 2016Electrical system. A reminder NOT to use Bluetooth and WiFi when updating 23Q3 software.
• 10236451Feb 2, 2016Body and structure, Vehicle speed control. Front door locks hard to release.
• 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
• 10121108Feb 2, 2016Body and structure. Document discusses the customer concern of Customer may comment that the front door is hard to open with exterior handle. The front door lock operation is affected by various climate or temperature conditions and as a result may require increased effort to release. The document also discusses where to find warranty coverage information for possible concern and its documentation
• 10236483Feb 1, 2016Equipment. Elsa Newsletter
• 10236452Feb 1, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera). Rattle or creaking noise from panoramic sunroof.
• 10121107Feb 1, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Document discusses an observation of a rattle or creaking noise may be heard from the rear of the Panoramic Sunroof when driving on uneven roads with the sunroof closed. It discusses how it can be serviced, and where to find warranty information on coverage for the issue
• 10213854Jan 26, 2016Engine cooling, Other or unknown. All Volkswagen engines are filled to a specific volume before leaving the factory. This level may vary depending on the testing conditions, but will always be within the allowable specification for engine protection.
• 10121053Jan 25, 2016Wheels. Summary of Technical Bulletin to include additional model and model year applicability. Corrosion, Front Fenders, at Upper Wheel Opening (U.S. Only)
• 10213836Jan 22, 2016Air bags. Airbag Issues.
• 10236477Jan 20, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
• 10213875Jan 20, 2016Electrical system, Other or unknown. Release Notes Supplement.
• 10121998Jan 20, 2016Equipment, Engine. Job Aid ? VW Engine Oil Capacities (Gasoline, Diesel, Hybrid Engines)
• 10213874Jan 19, 2016Electrical system, Other or unknown. Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.
• 10121052Jan 18, 2016Equipment. Reminder that ODIS Service V3.0.0 is now available for installation, and that it is mandatory on all diagnostic devices used on vehicles covered by the new vehicle warranty. With the release of V3.0.0. Installation DVDs are no longer used. New installations on new devices and re-installations on existing devices are now performed directly from the web server
• 10121095Jan 15, 2016Equipment. Immobilizer Key/Key Remote Adaptation Test Plan. To adapt keys to a 2015-2016 Golf, GTI, Golf R or Sportwagen (MQB chassis,) it is necessary to complete the ?Adapt Immobilizer? test plan.
• 10236476Jan 13, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
• 10126862Jan 13, 2016Equipment. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
• 10126458Jan 13, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil-on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10121035Jan 13, 2016Equipment. Updated tech tip to include a 5 minute capasitance discharge to the procedure.
• 10213856Jan 12, 2016Brakes. 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 completely.
• 10121090Jan 12, 2016Suspension. Addressess 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.
• 10213833Jan 11, 2016Steering, Suspension, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.

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