2013 Volkswagen Touareg Technical Service Bulletins

987 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. 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.

• 10154089Dec 14, 2018Electrical system, Steering. Horn and ancillary steering wheel controls diagnosis.
• 10161473Nov 29, 2018Equipment, Engine. Update to TB to include model year 2018 & 2019 applicability.
• 10161471Nov 26, 2018Air bags. Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.
• 10161470Nov 21, 2018Air bags. Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.
• 10161475Nov 13, 2018Equipment. Update vehicle metadata.
• 10161472Nov 13, 2018Engine. Engine oils which meet Volkswagen oil quality standards.
• 10161447Nov 6, 2018Equipment. Email Important TDI Announcement Duplicate Photos in IN-FORM
• 10149920Oct 25, 2018Body and structure. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
• 10149940Oct 18, 2018Engine cooling. This Document informs dealers of VWP-18-10 Catalytic Converter Support Bracket Limited Warranty Extension
• 10149814Oct 16, 2018Engine cooling. RECALL - Catalytic Converter Support Bracket
• 10149817Oct 15, 2018Engine cooling. RECALL - Catalytic Converter Support Bracket
• 10149896Oct 5, 2018Engine cooling. Updated Adblue reset procedure
• 10150857Sep 28, 2018Fuel system, Engine cooling. Incorrect removal of Turbocharger oil feed line may cause engine damage
• 10150856Sep 28, 2018Engine. Engine replacement tip
• 10150854Sep 28, 2018Equipment. DTC Status Bit Definitions.
• 10150829Sep 28, 2018Equipment, Engine cooling. Campaign Parts Bulletin_3.0L TDI Emissions Recalls 23R3, 23V1 & 23V6
• 10150881Sep 18, 2018Fuel system. This Document informs dealers to upload fuel receipts to INFORM rather than Doc-IT
• 10150867Sep 14, 2018Equipment. Loss of 15 power defeat process.
• 10150860Sep 14, 2018Electrical system. Comfort/BCM Replacement direction, updated to include additional model year applicability.
• 10150851Sep 7, 2018Latches, locks and linkages, Equipment. Part number listed is to be returned if it meet the criteria provided in the document.
• 10149854Aug 17, 2018Engine cooling. Details to clarify EGT sensor location.
• 10149885Aug 14, 2018Fuel system, Equipment, Engine cooling. This document advises dealers regarding the mandatory fuel refill for vehicles receiving the 3.0L TDI emissions modification.
• 10149864Aug 13, 2018Electrical system. Update content and include additional models and model year applicability.
• 10149859Aug 3, 2018Electrical system, Equipment. Remote Ket battery diagnostics. Updated to change incorrect repair manual group number (from TT581801 to TT571802)
• 10149853Aug 3, 2018Equipment. Additional diagnostic recommendations for adblue faults
• 10150809Jul 27, 2018Electrical system. Key Battery Diagnostic Process
• 10150806Jul 27, 2018Electrical system. Direction to verify software levels to address P1612/U03000
• 10150786Jul 27, 2018Equipment, Engine cooling. The reductive agent fluid (AdBlue) could contaminate the temperature sensor, causing the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to come on. Additionally, high heat levels can cause the AdBlue fluid to react with the heating fins, causing a variation in internal resistance and the MIL to come on. If the MIL is on, the vehicle will not pass an emissions inspection.
• 10150826Jul 26, 2018Equipment. This document informs dealers of coding instructions for fuel fill after AEM performed for 3.0L TDI Gen1.1, Gen 1.2, Gen 2.1 and Gen 2.2 Touareg vehicles.
• 10150825Jul 26, 2018Equipment. This document informs dealers of coding instructions for AdBlue refills after AEM performed for 3.0L TDI Gen 1.1, Gen 1.2, Gen 2.1 and Gen 2.2 Touareg vehicles.
• 10150788Jul 26, 2018Engine cooling, Equipment. The reductive agent fluid (AdBlue) could contaminate the temperature sensor, causing the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to come on. Additionally, high heat levels can cause the AdBlue fluid to react with the heating fins, causing a variation in internal resistance and the MIL to come on. If the MIL is on, the vehicle will not pass an emissions inspection.
• 10150793Jul 23, 2018Equipment. Important TDI Announcement: Upcoming Close of 2.0L Settlement Program
• 10150824Jul 6, 2018Engine cooling, Equipment. This document advises dealers regarding the mandatory fuel refill for vehicles receiving the 3.0L TDI emissions modification.
• 10150807Jul 6, 2018Equipment. Updated existing tip to include latest model years for explanation of P130A
• 10144652Jun 6, 2018Electrical system. This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano contacts.
• 10133453Nov 30, 2017Engine cooling. Workshop Technology Communication_TDI Touareg Gen 2.1 (23V6)
• 10133445Nov 30, 2017Electrical system, Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. 3.0L TDI vehicles were equipped with undisclosed Auxiliary Emission Control Devices which are not permitted by emissions regulations. Install updated engine control module (ECM) software, transmission control module (TCM) software and hardware to bring affected vehicles into regulatory compliance. Updated resale information included.
• 10133444Nov 29, 2017Engine cooling, Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. 3.0L TDI vehicles were equipped with undisclosed Auxiliary Emission Control Devices which are not permitted by emissions regulations. Install updated engine control module (ECM) software, transmission control module (TCM) software and hardware to bring affected vehicles into regulatory compliance. Updated resale information included.
• 10133482Nov 28, 2017Equipment. Extended Inspection for New, Unused, Unsold Model Year 2013-2014 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L TDI Gen 2.1 Vehicles in Dealer Stock with Less than 1,000 Miles (U.S. Only)
• 10133498Nov 27, 2017Equipment. TThis document informs the dealers of the In-Service Date Processing for New, Unsold Model Year 2013 - 2014 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L TDI Gen 2.1 Vehicles in Dealer Stock with Over 1,000 Mile
• 10133496Nov 27, 2017Equipment. This document informs dealers of the sales preparation program for In-Service Date Processing for New, Unsold Model Year 2015 - 2016 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L TDI Gen 2.2 Vehicles in Dealer Stock with Over 1,000 Miles
• 10133443Nov 16, 2017Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. 3.0L TDI vehicles were equipped with undisclosed Auxiliary Emission Control Devices which are not permitted by emissions regulations. Install updated engine control module (ECM) software, transmission control module (TCM) software and hardware to bring affected vehicles into regulatory compliance. Updated work procedure and added link to repair video.
• 10133442Nov 14, 2017Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. 3.0L TDI vehicles were equipped with undisclosed Auxiliary Emission Control Devices which are not permitted by emissions regulations. Install updated engine control module (ECM) software, transmission control module (TCM) software and hardware to bring affected vehicles into regulatory compliance. Updated work procedure and added link to repair video.
• 10133495Nov 10, 2017Engine cooling. Campaign 23V6 3.0L Emissions Modification - Gen 2.1
• 10133493Nov 10, 2017Engine cooling. This communication provides important information for obtaining the exhaust stud press tool, model OTC 5057 for use with removing broken DPF studs while performing TDI Emissions Recall 23V6. Please ensure you review the repair procedure outlined in the Emissions Recall Circular 23V6 to avoid subsequent exhaust system damage. The exhaust stud press tool automatic shipment program will begin in late December 2017.
• 10133469Nov 10, 2017Electrical system. Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan
• 10133441Nov 9, 2017Engine cooling, Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. 3.0L TDI vehicles were equipped with undisclosed Auxiliary Emission Control Devices which are not permitted by emissions regulations. Install updated engine control module (ECM) software, transmission control module (TCM) software and hardware to bring affected vehicles into regulatory compliance. Updated work procedure and added link to repair video.
• 10133452Nov 8, 2017Equipment, Engine cooling. Label allocation update.
• 10133450Nov 7, 2017Equipment. 3.0L AEM Touareg TDI - Important reminders (23V6 and 23V7 campaigns)
• 10133440Nov 6, 2017Engine cooling, Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. 3.0L TDI vehicles were equipped with undisclosed Auxiliary Emission Control Devices which are not permitted by emissions regulations. Install updated engine control module (ECM) software, transmission control module (TCM) software and hardware to bring affected vehicles into regulatory compliance.

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