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.

• 10124478Aug 8, 2014Body and structure. Tech Tips (Replacing the Side Spoilers (Flaps) 2015 GTI): This document shows how to replace the spoiler (flap) on one side only; Volkswagen recommends replacing the spoilers on both sides.
• 10124473Aug 5, 2014Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Prepaid PDI Time Units): Listed in the table within this document are the time units used in the calculation of the Prepaid PDI (PPDI) payment through model year 2015
• 10243829Aug 4, 2014Seat belts. Driver Seat Harness (NVLW)
• 10242682Aug 4, 2014Electrical system. ODIS Service Update
• 10124474Aug 4, 2014Seats, Electrical system. UPDATE Technical Bulletin (97AS Driver Seat Harness (NVLW)): This update in this document has been proactively released to prevent damage to the wiring harness for the driver seat. During vehicle production, the driver side power seat harness as it connects to the vehicle may have been incorrectly routed. Damage to the harness for the driver side power seat can occur during operation of the seat adjustments.
• 10067797Aug 4, 2014Seats. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10056475Aug 4, 2014Electrical system. Volkswagen: see document search button for owner letter. Driver side power seat harness wiring connects to vehicle was incorrectly routed, at time of production, and information procedures is provided to prevent damage to wiring harness. Model 2015 golf, gti.
• 10252917Aug 1, 2014Equipment. Entertainment Center MDI Cables
• 10250105Aug 1, 2014Seat belts. driver seat harness
• 10242679Aug 1, 2014Fuel system. Elsa newsletter
• 10237741Aug 1, 2014Electrical system. For the A7 Golf/GTI the MDI cables are not the same as the ones used in the A6 Platform. Below you can see it is easy to tell the difference. When performing a PDI, check to make sure the correct cables are included in the by-pack. If a missing or incorrect cable is found please open a VTA during the launch period.
• 10124476Aug 1, 2014Equipment, Electrical system. Tech Tips (Entertainment Center MDI Cables): For the A7 Golf/GTI the MDI cables are not the same as the ones used in the A6 Platform. Below this document displays the difference. When performing a PDI, check to make sure the correct cables are included in the by-pack.
• 10124457Aug 1, 2014Seats. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Driver Seat Harness): This is to inform dealers of an upcoming UPDATE that will be visible in Elsa and ServiceNet on or about August 04, 2014. Please refer to the Elsa campaign/action screen for confirmation of whether the UPDATE applies to each specific vehicle, and look to Elsa and ServiceNet for additional information and complete repair instructions.
• 10122621Aug 1, 2014Electrical system. Tech Tips (Entertainment Center MDI Cables ? 2015 (A7) Golf/GTI): For the A7 Golf/GTI the MDI cables are not the same as the ones used in the A6 Platform. This document informs how to tell the difference.
• 10067671Aug 1, 2014Seats. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10242489Jul 30, 2014Equipment. Sales Consultant Delivery Checklist
• 10241270Jul 30, 2014Equipment. By-Pack At Delivery
• 10120215Jul 30, 2014Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Components may be missing from the by-pack at delivery): Components missing from the by-pack should be claimed in one of two ways. (Warranty or Transportation) Understanding when to claim one versus the other is very important. This document informs of the difference between the two and includes info about the MDI cables included in the by-pack
• 10120193Jul 30, 2014Equipment. "Volkswagen Perfect Delivery Process ? Sales Consultant Delivery Checklist: This document informs the seller of a vehicle with a checklist to cover the experience of a customer who is interested in purchasing a vehicle"
• 10073649Jul 30, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10243032Jul 21, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242370Jul 21, 2014Electrical system, Fuel system, Other or unknown, Equipment, Engine. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238619Jul 18, 2014Wheels, Suspension. This can be the due to the Encoder Ring being ground down on the wheel bearing hub unit, resulting in a damaged part.
• 10120208Jul 18, 2014Brakes. Tech Tips (ABS/TPMS light is on due to wheel speed sensor fault as a result of the Front Wheel Bearing / Wheel Speed Sensor swapping issue): This document informs of the Damage caused from swapping the speed sensors left to right (or vice versa) during diagnosis.
• 10253465Jul 10, 2014Wheels. Wheel Replacement Claim Coding and Parts Return Instructions
• 10250695Jul 10, 2014Fuel system. Carefree Maintenance Coverage for Interim Oil Changes for Certain 2009 ? 2015 MY Volkswagen TDI® Clean Diesel Engine Vehicles Registered in the State of Minnesota Only (US Dealers
• 10241269Jul 10, 2014Equipment. By-Pack At Delivery
• 10239233Jul 10, 2014Fuel system. Because Volkswagen supports the development and use of renewable fuels (such as biodiesel fuel blends), customers with certain 2009-2015 MY Volkswagen TDI® Clean Diesel Engine vehicles registered in the State of Minnesota only will receive a communication in July 2014 regarding the use of biodiesel fuel blends in their vehicles.
• 10239196Jul 10, 2014Body and structure. Door Edge Guard instillation instructions
• 10236538Jul 10, 2014Equipment. This communication contains special instructions for both SAGA Claim Coding and Warranty Parts Return for 2015 MY GTI wheels. Please ensure that it is distributed to the appropriate staff in the Service and Parts Departments.
• 10120219Jul 10, 2014Wheels. Warranty Information: This document contains Wheel Replacement Claim Coding and Parts Return Instructions. This communication contains special instructions for both SAGA Claim Coding and Warranty Parts Return for 2015 MY GTI wheels.
• 10120214Jul 10, 2014Equipment. Technical Bulletin (By-Pack At Delivery): Components missing from the by-pack should be claimed in one of two ways. (Warranty or Transportation) Understanding when to claim one versus the other is very important. This document informs of the difference
• 10071429Jul 10, 2014Equipment, Wheels. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10253464Jul 9, 2014Wheels. Wheel Replacement Claim Coding and Parts Return Instructions
• 10236537Jul 9, 2014Equipment. This communication contains special instructions for both SAGA Claim Coding and Warranty Parts Return for 2015 MY GTI wheels. Please ensure that it is distributed to the appropriate staff in the Service and Parts Departments.
• 10120220Jul 9, 2014Wheels. Warranty Information: This document informs of Wheel Replacement Claim Coding and Parts Return Instructions.
• 10071428Jul 9, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10243030Jul 7, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242368Jul 7, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10239783Jul 4, 2014Other or unknown, Body and structure. In case you have a customer or PDI complaint for paint concerns on the front or rear bumper cover, please open a VTA ticket before performing any repairs to the vehicle.
• 10238600Jul 4, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Incorrect torque converter or flywheel/flexplate installation can result in transmission damage. When installing an engine, flywheel or transmission, please follow the installation procedures outlined in ELSA. For the flywheel/flexplate, please be certain the correct shim is installed between it and the crankshaft (reference VWIQ120). When installing a torque converter, press the torque converter hub through the…
• 10120209Jul 4, 2014Equipment. Tech Tips (Paint concerns on front or rear bumper cover): In case you have a customer or PDI complaint for paint concerns on the front or rear bumper cover, this document informs to open a VTA ticket before performing any repairs to the vehicle.
• 10120207Jul 4, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Tech Tips (Torque Converter/Flywheel/Flexplate installation): Incorrect torque converter or flywheel/flexplate installation can result in transmission damage. When installing an engine, flywheel or transmission, please follow the installation procedures outlined in ELSA. This document also contains advice on the installation of these devices
• 10069516Jul 4, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10238026Jul 3, 2014Brakes. Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration (U.S. Only)
• 10238025Jul 3, 2014Brakes. 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.
• 10120231Jul 3, 2014Brakes, Suspension. 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 discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. The fault codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also…
• 10120230Jul 3, 2014Suspension. Technical Bulletin (Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration): 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 between 6 and 12 months or 6,000 and 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the warranty in service date. This document discusses…
• 10241338Jul 2, 2014Engine cooling. Engine Oil Level
• 10241268Jul 2, 2014Equipment. PDI - Vehicle Inspection, Protection Removal and Detailing

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