2016 Volkswagen Golf Technical Service Bulletins

860 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 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.

• 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
• 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.
• 10236408Feb 5, 2016Equipment. MIB2 MQB Radio (modular infotainment system). USA ONLY.
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 10213868Jan 29, 2016Other or unknown, Equipment. Infotainment Worksheet.
• 10213865Jan 29, 2016Other or unknown, Electrical system. Update Freezes.
• 10121096Jan 29, 2016Equipment. How to address a corrupted system following a 91N9 Update
• 10121081Jan 29, 2016Electrical system. This bulletin provides instructions and information for completing and submitting the updated web version of the Infotainment Worksheet. Like the previous version, the Infotainment Worksheet allows more detail to be provided for repairs related to the Infotainment System (radio, navigation, Bluetooth, telephone systems, etc.). The new web version provides an easier approach by which to complete and submit the…
• 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.
• 10213861Jan 21, 2016Other or unknown, Equipment. Blue Emergency Screenafter 91N9 Update.
• 10121087Jan 21, 2016Equipment. Method to recover radio from MIB 2 Blue Emergency Screen after 91N9 Update is unsuccessful
• 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
• 10213860Jan 15, 2016Equipment, Other or unknown, Electrical system. Protection Activated on Radio after Cluster Replacement.
• 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.
• 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.
• 10213830Jan 11, 2016Equipment. Goodwill Package.

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