2016 Volkswagen Passat Technical Service Bulletins

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

• 10107604Apr 12, 2016Equipment. Quick tip passat tdi without kessy v1.3
• 10107603Apr 12, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. Quick tip passat tdi with kessy remote start quick tip v1.2
• 10107602Apr 12, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. Quick tip passat remote start 1.8t pzev-sulev with kessy v1.2
• 10107248Apr 12, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. Quick tip passat 1.8t pzev-sulev (with secondary air) without kessy v1.2
• 10107247Apr 12, 2016Electrical system, Engine. Quick tip ecm connector pin configuration for remote start v1.2
• 10107606Apr 11, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. Quick tip remote start for 2016 passat gp 1.8t (ulev) with kessy. V1.2
• 10107644Apr 6, 2016Body and structure. Update "conditions not covered by warranty" section, remove oxydation wording, insert anodized wording, and update model year and model applicability.
• 10121169Mar 28, 2016Body and structure. Technical Bulletin about Paint Finish, Reducing Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches New vehicles (prior to Retail Delivery) with swirl marks and or fine scratches from polishing or cleaning. The document also have infromation about where to find warrenty coverage for the service
• 10121164Mar 21, 2016Electrical system. ODIS Service Installation Phase 2 ? Software Installation & Configuration Instructions
• 10121163Mar 21, 2016Equipment. Installation Phase 1 ? Preparation, License & Security Certificate Process Instructions
• 10121149Mar 18, 2016Electrical system. Tech Tips for fault codes P0442 and/or P0457 Loose Evap Lines at Canister
• 10143464Mar 17, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10121144Mar 17, 2016Equipment. 2016 Option 1 Labor Rate Increase Percentage and Launch of Online Option 1 Enrollment Process
• 10121143Mar 17, 2016Equipment. Revision to Option 1 (Consumer Price Index-Based Rate) of Section 2.4.2.2 Labor Rate Increase Options of the Volkswagen Warranty Policies and Procedures Manual
• 10121168Mar 16, 2016Lane departure. Technical Bulletin concerning that During the assembly process, the mirror heater and/or blind spot detection wiring harness may get pinched between the mirror glass and the mirror adjusting unit. If this occurs the mirror image may be distorted. Document also has information on where to find warranty coverage information
• 10143463Mar 11, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10121147Mar 11, 2016Electrical system. This communication provides important information on how to obtain and install the latest software for the new John Bean VAS701001 alignment machine model
• 10121142Mar 11, 2016Equipment. Tech Tips for TDI-Recommended AdBlue Concentration
• 10121167Mar 8, 2016Equipment. Technical Bulletin concerning the Fresh Air Blower being Inoperative. It discusses possible issues and how to service these issues. It also refers to where to find warranty information for service coverage
• 10121161Mar 8, 2016Suspension. Technical Bulletin on how to service 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. The document also contains information on where to find out about warranty coverage for servicing this issue
• 10121160Mar 8, 2016Brakes, Suspension, Steering. Technical Bulletin informing that When applying brakes at highway speeds the following symptoms may occur: - Brake pedal pulsation - Vibration felt in vehicle body - Steering wheel shakes It informs how to inspect brakes. It informs of where to find warranty information for servicing the issue
• 10121158Mar 4, 2016Electrical system. Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)
• 10121145Mar 3, 2016Equipment. VW CREW Southeast Region and Pacific Region Warranty Administrator Openings Available
• 10121162Mar 1, 2016Equipment. Service Information T10542/2 ? Threaded Stud from High Voltage Adapter Set notice
• 10121148Mar 1, 2016Equipment. Service Information T10542-ERG High-Voltage Adapter Kit Auto Shipment AT-385
• 10121139Mar 1, 2016Electrical system. A guide to install a Remote start system without Kessy
• 10236440Feb 29, 2016Fuel system. Diesel fuel system diagnosis repair.
• 10121133Feb 25, 2016Equipment. Amount of Inbound requests year-to-date overview
• 10236475Feb 24, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
• 10126457Feb 24, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil-on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10236467Feb 19, 2016Equipment. Technician and Detailer Inspection.
• 10236442Feb 19, 2016Electrical system. Generator replacement.
• 10127693Feb 19, 2016Equipment. Passat Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections checklist
• 10121117Feb 19, 2016Equipment. Document discusses possible needs for Generator Replacement, Charging System inoperative/malfunctions, noise from engine compartment, accessory drive belt damaged or missing. Document also discusses where to find warranty information for coverage.
• 10121132Feb 18, 2016Equipment. Document details equipment and technology that can be avaliable for the vehicle.
• 10236493Feb 17, 2016Equipment, Body and structure. Sales Consultant Delivery Checklist.
• 10127705Feb 17, 2016Equipment. Volkswagen Perfect Delivery Process - Sales Consultant Delivery Checklist
• 10236481Feb 15, 2016Equipment. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
• 10236443Feb 15, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera), Transmission and drivetrain. Manual transmission noise diagnosing.
• 10236438Feb 15, 2016Electrical system, Engine cooling. Electric coolant fans continue to run after ignition is switched off.
• 10121116Feb 15, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Discusses possible causes of customer concern Customer states there is a noise from the clutch, transmission or driveline components under varying driving conditions with varying sound levels
• 10236480Feb 12, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10236430Feb 12, 2016Equipment. MIB 2 equipped models with composition color radio- Volume increases on they own.
• 10126456Feb 12, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil-on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10121128Feb 12, 2016Equipment. Tech tips on what to do if volume on radio increases on its own
• 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
• 10236436Feb 5, 2016Engine cooling. Gasoline quality.
• 10236434Feb 5, 2016Fuel system, Other or unknown. Fuel additive to help prevent sporadic misfire faults.

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