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Service bulletins for the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

1393 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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V201702 20340722017-12-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Updated to include an additional diagnostic trouble code (P04F0)
V231707 20411182017-12-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Update Touareg Part Table.
Reference - 20132017-12-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle/Beetle Cabrio Quick Reference Specification Book: This document informs of various specifications for quick recearching for users needing an reference overview for the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle / Beetle Cabrio
TT 00-13-022017-12-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Tech Tips (Technician Helpline Vehicle Check Sheets): When it becomes necessary to open a VW Technician Helpline VTA case while performing diagnosis for a diesel particulate filter, manual transmission repair, or turbocharger concern, it is recommended to complete the related worksheet/check sheet before calling. This document informs where Worksheets/Check Sheets are available on ServiceNet.
TT 96-12-032017-12-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Tech Tips (Kessy System ? Loss of 15 Power): This document informs of the procedure to perform if terminal 15 (key in run) power is lost before, during, or after any Immobilizer adaptation.
VSS-13-022017-12-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Service Information (2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible - Market Introduction Temporary Warrenty Process and Parts Return Program): During the Market Introduction of the new 2013 Beetle Convertible, Volkswagen will collect all warranty repair information to ensure prompt analysis and resolution of any emerging concerns.
TT 0115052017-12-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Tip to perform GFF feedback for test plan issues.
Profi Outbound R2017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. PROFI Dealer Vehicle Information Request Form: This document informs of the requirements to test vehicles for an upcoming VW campaign. It contains the number of vehicles to be tested, and what is to be tested.
V921402 20373222017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Technical Bulletin (Washer Level Sensor): The issue is caused by the outside influence of non-approved formulated washer fluids. Non-approved washer fluids leave a clear film coating on the sensor probes, insulating the probes so they cannot read the fluid level. This This document informs Validate the washer reservoir is full with the proper washer solvent. Refer to Elsa for proper fluid type and fluid quantities under repair manual, maintenance, fluid capacity table. Non-approved fluids can cause residues to form on the sensor which causes the washer fluid lamp to remain on when reservoir is full. The document also contains a photo of the sensor and an example of an approved cleanser
TT 87-11-012017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Tech Tips (A/C Control Module Basic Settings): This document informs of a procedure to restore basic A/C control settings after an A/C control module J301 is replaced and is still malfunctioning
TT 91-11-092017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). Tech Tips (All Navigation Radios-All Models): When the Navigation RNS 850/510/315 is in 3D mode, the top portion of the screen may not display streets. This line represents the horizon and is a normal operation of system. This document provides Examples of day and night modes:
V001404 20103802017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Technical Bulletin (Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials): This doucment contains a list of components and applications developed to repair concerns of squeaks, rattles, noise and trim fit conditions.
V871402 20055662017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Condensation, which is a normal condition in all A/C systems, can cause a musty odor. If the odor is noticeable in the vehicle when the engine is not turned on, the cause may be mold and mildew in the passenger compartment, and not be related to the A/C system. All other possible sources of the odor must be investigated before this document can be performed. This document contains the procedure for the VW method to remove musty odors
V401401 20333472017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Technical Bulletin (CV Boot Replacement): Recommended procedure for removing damaged CV boot. This document informs of the expected condition of a CV boot upon removal
V871401 20055662017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system. Odor mainly occurs after vehicle has been sitting (unused) at least 5 hours and within 20 to 60 seconds after vehicle is first started. Condensation is a normal characteristic in all A/C systems. If odor is noticeable continue to follow this document. Contaminants are effectively neutralized using the AIRCOMATIC? II Ultrasonic Climate System Cleaner (VAS 6189A) or AIRCOMATIC? III Ultrasonic Climate System Cleaner (VAS 6189B) and AIRCO-CLEAN? Ultrasonic HVAC Treatment (30208). All other cleaning methods are no longer permitted. 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 vehicle are also available.
V871617_20441652017-11-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Updated vendor code and parts table.
V871618_20437042017-11-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Updated to include additional model year and required documentation instruction.
V011707 20385752017-11-12. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Update Jetta vendor code in the warranty table.
V131701-20467802017-11-12. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Idler roller for ribbed bely now available as a parts kit.
V201701 20314262017-11-12. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Update Parts Table.
V401502 20333472017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Technical Bulletin (CV Boot Replacement): The Recommended procedure for removing damaged CV boot.
TT 87-11-012017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Tech Tips (A/C Control Module Basic Settings): This document gives the procedure to diagnoise the basic settings of the A/C Control Module.
V261507 20315832017-11-08. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Technical Bulletin (Exhaust Pressure Control Valve / Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow issues): This document contains the fault codes needed to diagnose, and service the issue. The document contains the fault codes necessary to check warranty coverage for servicing the issue
V871506 20199472017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or component is circulated throughout the refrigerant circuit, the refrigerant circuit must be cleaned of any and all debris or damage to the replacement components will result. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue.
V871508 20055662017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system. Odor mainly occurs after vehicle has been sitting (unused) at least 5 hours and within 20 to 60 seconds after vehicle is first started. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue.

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