2015 Volkswagen GTI Technical Service Bulletins

861 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2015 Volkswagen GTI. 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.

• 10126875Jan 6, 2016Electrical system. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10213873Jan 5, 2016Electrical system, Other or unknown. Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.
• 10213842Jan 4, 2016Other or unknown. Monthly Updates.
• 10122160Dec 16, 2015Equipment. Technical Bulletin 9Air Conditioning Does Not Cool and or Compressor is Noisy): The condition may be caused by a faulty A/C compressor regulator valve N280 (Sanden). The internal components of the valve can be obstructed and incapable of full function. This loss of refrigerant regulation from N280 can cause noise from the air conditioning compressor and/or affect the HVAC cooling. This document discusses the "Fault…
• 10122134Dec 14, 2015Electrical system. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Modular Infotainment System Software): This document informs of Customer complaints of infotainment-related symptoms.. The corrective action taken for this issue is a software update. Software level 0613 is available to enhance infotainment system functionality.
• 10122153Dec 9, 2015Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Car-Net Unresponsive - Verizon Telematics Service Interruptions and Outages): When beginning diagnosis for customer concerns related to functionality of the Car-Net system, it is important to understand that the symptom(s) may not be related to any problem with the vehicle itself. If there are any problems with the AT&T 3G service and/or a service interruption or outage with the Verizon…
• 10122151Dec 8, 2015Engine. Technical Bulletin (Washer Level Sensor issues): The sensitivity of the washer solvent level sensor (G33) can be affected by the type, concentration, and the presence of additives in the washer solvent currently in the tank. The operation of the level sensor relies on the composition of the solvent to provide an accurate message on the solvent level. Incorrect concentration and the presence of additives can…
• 10122144Dec 7, 2015Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Engine, Misfire Diagnostic Aid): This document informs that Multiple components SHOULD NOT be replaced for 1 misfiring cylinder. Repeat repairs must be carefully addressed to identify the root cause of the concern. If misfires are determined to be related to a specific component(s) (fuel injector, spark plug, ignition coil), replace only one defective component at a time and re-evaluate the…
• 10144710Oct 23, 2015Equipment. On-car analysis list Customer Complaints: Customer states the oil light is on
• 10144711Oct 15, 2015Equipment. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Customer states the oil light is on
• 10123098Aug 14, 2015Equipment. Technical Bulletin (CV Boot Replacement): The Recommended procedure for removing damaged CV boot.
• 10123105Aug 7, 2015Equipment. Technical Bulletin: Listed in the table in this document are the time units used in the calculation of the Prepaid PDI (PPDI) payment through model year 2016.
• 10123097Aug 7, 2015Brakes. Technical Bulletin (Vibration or Noise When Braking): 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. This document contains the method to diagnose, and to service this issue
• 10123096Aug 7, 2015Steering, Brakes. Technical Bulletin (Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration issues): When applying brakes at highway speeds the following symptoms may occur: - Brake pedal pulsation - Vibration felt in vehicle body - Steering wheel shakes For brake vibration or pulsation concerns, brake disc machining is allowed. This document contains the fault codes to diagnose and service this issue. It also contains fault codes to inquire if the…
• 10123095Aug 3, 2015Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Modular Infotainment System (MIB) Radio Switches to FM Station 87.7): The customer may complain that, intermittently, the FM radio station will have switched to the station 87.7 upon start up. This condition occurs without the driver selecting this station intentionally. This document contains the fault codes to diagnose and service this issue. It also contains fault codes to inquire if the…
• 10128133Jul 31, 2015Interior lighting, Engine, Transmission and drivetrain, Body and structure…. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Customer states the oil light is on
• 10123029Jul 28, 2015Fuel system, Engine, Electrical system. Technical Bulletin: High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis. Completing the GFF high pressure pump function test is essential to diagnose proper pump operation and to avoid unnecessary replacements. This document contains the procedure to update the programming on the diagnostic hardware. This document contains the fault codes necessary to check the warranty coverage for servicing this issue.
• 10144709Jul 27, 2015Equipment. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Customer states the oil light is on
• 10123037Jul 24, 2015Equipment. Tech Tips (Immobilizer Key / Key Remote Adaptation Test Plan): To adapt keys to a 2015 Golf or Golf GTI, it is necessary to complete the ?Adapt Immobilizer? test plan. This document informs of the procedure to adapt the keys to the car
• 10123011Jul 22, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Technical Bulletin (Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear): Windshield or rear window is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or the surface feels rough. To avoid unnecessary replacement of wiper blades, the condition and cleanliness of the windshield, rear window and wiper blades, should be checked first. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue.
• 10144692Jul 17, 2015Equipment. On-car analysis of Customer Complaints: Customer states the oil light is on
• 10144691Jul 15, 2015Equipment. On-car analysis list Customer Complaint: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
• 10144708Jul 13, 2015Equipment. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaint: Mil-on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
• 10123038Jul 10, 2015Electrical system. Tech Tips (Instrument Cluster Production Mode): This document informs the procedure to remove the production mode setting when it is displayed in the instrument cluster.
• 10123012Jul 8, 2015Engine cooling, Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning Does Not Cool and or Compressor is Noisy): The condition may be caused by a faulty A/C compressor regulator valve (N280). The internal components of the valve can be obstructed and incapable of full function. This loss of refrigerant regulation from N280 can cause noise from the air conditioning compressor and/or affect the HVAC cooling.This document contains information on how…
• 10123015Jul 7, 2015Engine cooling, Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or component is circulated throughout the refrigerant circuit, the refrigerant circuit must be cleaned of any and all debris or damage to the replacement components will result. This…
• 10123014Jul 7, 2015Equipment, Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning Inoperative): This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue.
• 10123013Jul 7, 2015Engine cooling, Equipment. Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system. Odor mainly occurs after vehicle has been sitting (unused) at least 5 hours and within 20 to 60 seconds after vehicle is first started. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue.
• 10123043Jul 3, 2015Body and structure. Tech Tips (GTI-Hood will not open (release cable has come apart at the coupling)): This document informs on how to service this issue
• 10144447Jun 30, 2015Equipment, Engine cooling. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
• 10128105Jun 29, 2015Equipment. This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
• 10144446Jun 24, 2015Engine cooling. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaint: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
• 10128104Jun 22, 2015Equipment. This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
• 10122981Jun 19, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Tech Tips: The document discusses the conditions of when turbo can to be fixed or replaced
• 10122979Jun 19, 2015Engine. Tech Tips (Radiator Identification Sensor): On TSI (2.0l CCTA, CBFA) equipped vehicles with fault code P2568 Direct Ozone Reduction Catalyst Temperature Sensor, this fault refers to - G611- as Radiator Identification Sensor. If the radiator requires replacement on any above listed vehicle, the -G611- will be packaged separately within the radiator packaging. The new sensor will need to be bonded to the radiator.
• 10122995Jun 16, 2015Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Modular Infotainment System (MIB) Radio Switches to FM Station 87.7): The customer may complain that, intermittently, the FM radio station will have switched to the station 87.7 upon start up. This condition occurs without the driver selecting this station intentionally. This document informs of how to update the software to repair the issue
• 10144445Jun 11, 2015Engine cooling. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Mil-on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
• 10122987Jun 5, 2015Body and structure, Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Paint Defect - Water Migration Under the RAPGARD): Water migration under the RAPGARD® can be mistaken as a paint defect when in fact it is only moisture trapped in the clear coat of the paint. This document discusses. - RAPGARD, removal and disposal - Inspecting for water migration in areas where RAPGARD was removed. - Examples of water migration after the RAPGARD is removed
• 10150889Jun 4, 2015Engine, Electrical system. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaint: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
• 10152542May 28, 2015Exterior lighting, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Interior lighting, Body…. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
• 10122943May 26, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Technical Bulletin (Sunroof or Power Sunshade, Does Not Open/Close or Automatic Operation Does Not Function). This document contains Warranty information for coverage, and informs of methods to to service the issue
• 10144444May 22, 2015Engine cooling. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaint: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
• 10122953May 21, 2015Equipment, Body and structure. Technical Bulletin (PDI - Vehicle Inspection, Protection Removal and Detailing): This document refers to a pre check inspection on the quality of a vehicle such as - Inspecting vehicle for damage (to be completed within 48 hours of delivery to Dealership) - Shipping damage - Detailers responsibilities (to be completed prior to delivery to Customer) - Full Body Covers (FBC), removal and disposal - RAPGARD, removal…
• 10122938May 21, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Modular Infotainment System (MIB) Radio Switches to FM Station 87.7): The customer may complain that, intermittently, the FM radio station will have switched to the station 87.7 upon start up. This condition occurs without the driver selecting this station intentionally. This procedure in this document corrects the concern listed above by updating the 5F Information Electronics Module to the…
• 10152541May 19, 2015Exterior lighting, Interior lighting, Back-over prevention (rear camera)…. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
• 10122956May 8, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ignition and visually locate the damage.
• 10122947May 6, 2015Steering. Technical Bulletin (Squeaking Noises From Front Of Vehicle): Squeaking/creaking noise from front of vehicle while fully turning steering wheel. The document also gives information on servicing the issue
• 10144443May 5, 2015Engine cooling. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
• 10122924Apr 24, 2015Equipment. Tech Tips: Car Net Equipped Vehicles-Vehicle Health Report Received by Customer Indicating a Concern, but Cannot Verify any Conditions or DTC?s to Facilitate Diagnosis
• 10122922Apr 24, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. Tech Tips: Immobilizer Key / Key Remote Adaptation Test Plan

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