2011 Volkswagen Jetta Technical Service Bulletins

1,333 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 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.

• 10125726Jul 1, 2013Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement): Customer states oil consumption is higher than the Volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. In order to provide effective lubrication and cooling of internal engine components, all internal combustion engines consume a certain amount of engine oil. Oil consumption varies from engine to engine and may change…
• 10240678Jun 28, 2013Fuel system. Install Misfueling Guard
• 10125837Jun 28, 2013Engine cooling. Tech Tips (Equipped with Turbocharged Engine Turbocharger Replacement Tip): If mechanical damage is found to the turbocharger (e.g. damaged compression wheel, loose or broken shaft), it is not enough to just replace the turbocharger. This document informs the procedure of checks for damage.
• 10125779Jun 28, 2013Fuel system. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Revision to Service Action 20T8 Install Misfueling Guard): This document informs effective immediately, the work procedure for Service Action 20T8 has been revised to exclude the spring-loaded flap insert found in the 5K0 201 400 Misfueling Guard Kit. This change was made based upon feedback/recommendations received from dealer and field colleagues. An updated campaign circular…
• 10125775Jun 28, 2013Fuel system. Service Action Campaign (Certain 2009-2012 Model Year Vehicles with TDI Clean Diesel Engine Install Misfueling Guard): 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 repairs that are not covered under warranty.
• 10126874Jun 25, 2013Engine. Secondary Air Pressure Sensor Limited Warranty Extension. Volkswagen has extended the Emission Control Systems Warrantly for secondary air pressure sensor replacement under specific conditions to 10 years or 120,000 miles whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's original in-service date, for the following 2.5 L engine vehicles.
• 10242398Jun 24, 2013Fuel system, Equipment, Electrical system, Suspension. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10125832Jun 21, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Tech Tips (Measure Value Block Request): If a request has been made for several MVBs from a DSG transmission, the test plan "Read measured values for obligation to report" can be selected. This function will retrieve all of the MVBs from the transmission which can be attached to a VTA ticket. This selection is available under Guided Functions or GFF when using VAS-PC, an example is shown below.
• 10125776Jun 19, 2013Fuel system. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Service Action 20T8 Install Misfueling Guard): Volkswagen has received feedback from some vehicle owners in localized areas who have concerns about their ability to refuel their vehicle after the 20T8 Service Action was performed. A few customers have advised that they are unable to fuel their vehicle at their preferred fueling stations or that it now takes a very long time to…
• 10239411Jun 18, 2013Engine cooling. Activated Charcoal Filter System, Solenoid Valve 1 -N80- (Canister Purge Valve) Diagnosis
• 10238566Jun 18, 2013Brakes. If mechanical damage is found to the turbocharger (e.g. damaged compression wheel, loose or broken shaft), it is not enough to just replace the turbocharger.
• 10125822Jun 14, 2013Fuel 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 informs how to perform the diagnostic. 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…
• 10052670Jun 14, 2013Fuel system. Volkswagen: on some vehicles, low fuel stored in ecm pressure, engine would crank but not start long periods without driving, may run rough and/or mil on. All models 2008-2013.
• 10241712Jun 13, 2013Equipment. Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections
• 10240866Jun 13, 2013Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10144740Jun 13, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10125849Jun 13, 2013Equipment. Jetta Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purchased
• 10241290Jun 12, 2013Engine cooling. Update Programming to Eliminate DTC P2458 Stored in ECM Fault Memory
• 10125823Jun 12, 2013Fuel system, Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Customers may complain of a MIL ON condition, which is caused by DTC P2458 (Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration Duration). The production solution to this issue is improved software introduced in production as of March 2011.
• 10067154Jun 12, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10241289Jun 10, 2013Engine cooling. Update Programming, MIL ON, DTC P0106 Manifold Absolute Pressure Range /ECM Fault Memory Performance Stored
• 10237994Jun 10, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements
• 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
• 10239428Jun 6, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Sunroof / Sunshade, Will Not Open
• 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
• 10237701May 31, 2013Electrical system. After A/C control module J301 is replaced, fault 00898-005 ?Activation A/C Compressor No or Incorrect Basic Settings? may be stored. GFF test plan does not perform Activation A/C Compressor Basic Setting. To perform basic setting and resolve this fault, follow steps below
• 10071155May 31, 2013Engine cooling. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10253179May 30, 2013Electrical system, Other or unknown, Equipment. RNS 315 Hardware Failure
• 10239556May 30, 2013Equipment. RNS 315 Hardware Failure
• 10243068May 28, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242406May 28, 2013Other or unknown. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 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.
• 10243067May 20, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242405May 20, 2013Other or unknown. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10252226May 17, 2013Equipment. Replacement Radio/Navigation Unit has no Sound

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