2012 Volkswagen Passat Technical Service Bulletins

1,573 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 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.

• 10239789Jan 24, 2014Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Other or unknown. 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. Proceed with checking any other lines as necessary. Once the damaged line is identified, repair utilizing the Repair kit by Permatex® ITEM…
• 10238937Jan 24, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Install a vacuum gauge on the dipstick tube and check crankcase vacuum at idle. Compare to a known good vehicle. If the vacuum reading is lower than the comparison vehicle, visually inspect for oil leaks between the engine and the transmission. Smoke test the crankcase by connecting the EVAP smoke machine to the dipstick tube and inspect for leaks at the rear main seal (this will limit pressure to 2 PSI). DO NOT…
• 10122240Jan 24, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). 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. This document informs of how to diagnose the issue and tips on servicing the issue
• 10122237Jan 24, 2014Equipment, Fuel system. Tech Tips (Lean Fuel Trim Readings): This document informs on the procedure to diagnose for issues with excess fuel trim, and what needs to be serviced
• 10121563Jan 24, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Tech Tips (Lean Fuel Trim Readings): This document informs to recheck the crankcase vacuum at idle. If low, check for additional oil leaks and verify crankcase breather operation (repairing as necessary). Erase the faults and road test 10 miles to recheck operation.
• 10243001Jan 20, 2014Steering, Engine cooling. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10243000Jan 13, 2014Electrical system. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242338Jan 13, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10244047Dec 23, 2013Electrical system, Other or unknown. Volkswagen Elsa Newsletter
• 10243029Dec 23, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242367Dec 23, 2013Electrical system, Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10209320Dec 23, 2013Engine cooling. VW Elsa Newsletter.
• 10238617Dec 22, 2013Steering. This Tech Tip was established to explain the influence the adjustable steering column tilt position has on the steering wheel being off center and to provide information on checking for steering wheel off center.
• 10239840Dec 18, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. DTC P2711 Implausible Transmission Shift Sequence Stored in the Transmission Control Module
• 10157544Dec 18, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Technical Bulletin (Implausible Transmission Shift Sequence Stored in the Transmission Control Module): Debris in the clutch assembly causing too much drag torque from the multiple clutch. DTC as described may cause shifting concerns and/or a lack of mobility upon initial startup. The production solution to this issue was an updated clutch installed as of March 12, 2010. This document discusses the "Fault Codes"…
• 10155953Dec 18, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Technical Bulletin (Implausible Transmission Shift Sequence Stored in the Transmission Control Module): Debris in the clutch assembly causing too much drag torque from the multiple clutch. DTC as described may cause shifting concerns and/or a lack of mobility upon initial startup. The production solution to this issue was an updated clutch installed as of March 12, 2010. This document discusses the "Fault Codes"…
• 10244045Dec 9, 2013Electrical system, Other or unknown. Volkswagen Elsa Newsletter
• 10242365Dec 9, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10209335Dec 9, 2013Electrical system. VW Elsa News Letter
• 10244067Dec 6, 2013Electrical system. No Charging System Voltage
• 10239392Dec 6, 2013Steering. Hydraulic steering gear leaking
• 10157557Dec 6, 2013Electrical system. Tech Tips (No Charging System Voltage): This document informs with a general overview of how to inspect and diagnosing a low battery or no charging system concern.
• 10155958Dec 6, 2013Electrical system. Tech Tips (No Charging System Voltage): This document informs with a general overview of how to inspect and diagnosing a low battery or no charging system concern.
• 10070758Dec 6, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10244072Dec 3, 2013Engine cooling. Rattling Noises from Engine Compartment Area or Exhaust System
• 10239808Dec 3, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera). Customers may complain of a rattling noise from engine or exhaust area while accelerating from 1800-3000 RPM.
• 10209346Dec 3, 2013Engine. Rattling noises from engine compartmen area or exhaust system.
• 10157543Dec 3, 2013Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Rattling Noises from Engine Compartment Area or Exhaust System): Customers may complain of a rattling noise from engine or exhaust area while accelerating from 1800-3000 RPM. In order to complete proper diagnosis and ensure that the noise is coming from the turbocharger use the procedure in this document.
• 10155952Dec 3, 2013Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Rattling Noises from Engine Compartment Area or Exhaust System): Customers may complain of a rattling noise from engine or exhaust area while accelerating from 1800-3000 RPM. In order to complete proper diagnosis and ensure that the noise is coming from the turbocharger use the procedure in this document.
• 10244049Dec 2, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Other or unknown. On-car analysis list from December 2nd, 2013 please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10242364Dec 2, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10240858Dec 2, 2013Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10209321Dec 2, 2013Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. On-Car Analysis List.
• 10157594Dec 2, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of customer complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10155963Dec 2, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of customer complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10212742Nov 26, 2013Equipment. please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair.
• 10157585Nov 26, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10156004Nov 26, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10242375Nov 25, 2013Equipment, Steering, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Engine. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10212746Nov 25, 2013Equipment. Webinars and Job Aids.
• 10213850Nov 22, 2013Wheels, Steering. Steering Wheel Off Center.
• 10212716Nov 22, 2013Steering, Wheels. steering wheel being off center and to provide information on checking for steering wheel off center.
• 10157609Nov 22, 2013Equipment, Steering. Tech Tips (Steering Wheel Off Center): This Tech Tip was established to explain the influence the adjustable steering column tilt position has on the steering wheel being off center and to provide information on checking for steering wheel off center.
• 10156001Nov 22, 2013Steering. Tech Tips (Steering Wheel Off Center): This Tech Tip was established to explain the influence the adjustable steering column tilt position has on the steering wheel being off center and to provide information on checking for steering wheel off center.
• 10243036Nov 18, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242374Nov 18, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Engine, Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10212745Nov 18, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera). Software updates.
• 10238932Nov 15, 2013Equipment. If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. If parts assistance is needed, please call 800-767-6552 to speak with a VWGoA Parts Specialist.
• 10238931Nov 15, 2013Equipment. If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. If parts assistance is needed, please call 800-767-6552 to speak with a VWGoA Parts Specialist.
• 10212722Nov 15, 2013Equipment. Part ordering

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