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.

• 10236408Feb 5, 2016Equipment. MIB2 MQB Radio (modular infotainment system). USA ONLY.
• 10121124Feb 5, 2016Fuel system. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults A Volkswagen approved fuel additive is available to help remove and prevent deposits on fuel injectors and intake valves.
• 10121123Feb 5, 2016Fuel system. Technical tips on what to do if improper gasoline has been added to the vehicle.
• 10121121Feb 5, 2016Engine cooling, Electrical system. Tech Bullentin concerning Electric Coolant Fans that Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF
• 10236413Feb 4, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera), Equipment. MIB2 MQB Radio (modular infotainment system). USA ONLY.
• 10236473Feb 3, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
• 10128050Feb 3, 2016Equipment. Update tech tip to refer to ETKA for the latest parts information.
• 10127708Feb 3, 2016Equipment. Assembly Instructions for Installation of original remote start feature accessory, Volkswagen Passat GP
• 10127666Feb 3, 2016Electrical system. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10236459Feb 2, 2016Equipment, Body and structure. Temporary warranty process and parts return program.
• 10236445Feb 2, 2016Body and structure, Equipment. Strut or Shock Absorber Leak Assesment.
• 10236444Feb 2, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Automatic transmission fluid requirements.
• 10236435Feb 2, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Choosing service numbers-Transmission and Drivetrain.
• 10121125Feb 2, 2016Equipment. Document informs meaning of service numbers to discribe issuse with If the customer is experiencing clutch related issues and the concern is found to be within the clutch components If the customer is experiencing manual gearbox related issues and the concern is found to be within the standard gearbox If the customer is experiencing automatic transmission-related issues and the concern is found to be within the…
• 10121115Feb 2, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This document was created In response to multiple dealership inquires about aftermarket universal (one fluid fits all) automatic transmission fluids and transmission flushing, Volkswagen Group of America, Volkswagen Canada have prepared the following statement. At this time, Volkswagen Group of America, Volkswagen Canada do not support or warranty any use of aftermarket universal automatic transmission fluids or…
• 10121114Feb 2, 2016Suspension. Technical Bulletin about a customer concern stating that customer observed one or more of the shocks/struts appearing to have an oil leak. Document contains examples of Strut or Shock Absorber Leak Assessments
• 10236483Feb 1, 2016Equipment. Elsa Newsletter
• 10213868Jan 29, 2016Other or unknown, Equipment. Infotainment Worksheet.
• 10121081Jan 29, 2016Electrical system. This bulletin provides instructions and information for completing and submitting the updated web version of the Infotainment Worksheet. Like the previous version, the Infotainment Worksheet allows more detail to be provided for repairs related to the Infotainment System (radio, navigation, Bluetooth, telephone systems, etc.). The new web version provides an easier approach by which to complete and submit the…
• 10236478Jan 28, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
• 10143530Jan 28, 2016Equipment, Engine. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10213854Jan 26, 2016Engine cooling, Other or unknown. All Volkswagen engines are filled to a specific volume before leaving the factory. This level may vary depending on the testing conditions, but will always be within the allowable specification for engine protection.
• 10121053Jan 25, 2016Wheels. Summary of Technical Bulletin to include additional model and model year applicability. Corrosion, Front Fenders, at Upper Wheel Opening (U.S. Only)
• 10213836Jan 22, 2016Air bags. Airbag Issues.
• 10236477Jan 20, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
• 10213875Jan 20, 2016Other or unknown, Electrical system. Release Notes Supplement.
• 10213844Jan 20, 2016Other or unknown, Engine cooling. VW Engine Oil Capacities.
• 10143529Jan 20, 2016Equipment, Engine. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10121998Jan 20, 2016Equipment, Engine. Job Aid ? VW Engine Oil Capacities (Gasoline, Diesel, Hybrid Engines)
• 10121098Jan 20, 2016Body and structure. This update has been proactively released to prevent water ingress from the A-pillar area on one or both sides of the vehicle.
• 10213874Jan 19, 2016Electrical system, Other or unknown. Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.
• 10213832Jan 19, 2016Body and structure. Volkswagen dealership communication.
• 10121050Jan 19, 2016Body and structure. An announcement of upcomming A-Pillar seal repair to dealers
• 10213860Jan 15, 2016Other or unknown, Equipment, Electrical system. Protection Activated on Radio after Cluster Replacement.
• 10236476Jan 13, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
• 10126862Jan 13, 2016Equipment. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
• 10126458Jan 13, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil-on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10213830Jan 11, 2016Equipment. Goodwill Package.
• 10121055Jan 7, 2016Latches, locks and linkages. Validation for Door locking issue
• 10236479Jan 6, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10126875Jan 6, 2016Electrical system. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10213873Jan 5, 2016Other or unknown, Electrical system. Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.
• 10213842Jan 4, 2016Other or unknown. Monthly Updates.
• 10121060Jan 4, 2016Equipment. Amount of Inbound requests year-to-date overview
• 10239421Dec 16, 2015Body and structure. Door Arrester (Door Check Rod/Door Check Strap) Noisy or Defective
• 10122156Dec 16, 2015Body and structure. Technical Bulletin (Door Arrester (Door Check Rod/Door Check Strap) Noisy or Defective): The document informs of The condition being caused by water ingress into the door arrester that accumulates in the arrester boot and freezes during cold weather conditions. The ice built up around the door arrester slider spring prevents it from compressing during door opening and closing operation and the spring will…
• 10076007Dec 16, 2015Body and structure. Door Arrester (Door Check Rod/Door Check Strap) Noisy or Defective One or more of the following conditions are exhibited: Noise (grinding, popping, creaking, clicking, etc.) when opening or closing the door. Door binding during opening or closing operation. The condition is caused by water ingress into the door arrester that accumulates in the arrester boot and freezes during cold weather conditions.
• 10122152Dec 11, 2015Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Discover Media and MIB2 PQ Composition Media Radio Malfunctions): This document discusses customer reporting of the following symptoms.
• 10122158Dec 9, 2015Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Discover Media and MIB2 PQ Composition Media Radio Malfunctions): This document discusses customer reporting of the following symptoms.
• 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…

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