Service bulletins for the 2015 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.
989 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| V001413 2033846 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Technical Bulletin (Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults): Fuel quality impacts the operating performance, efficiency and service life of the engine. The use of poor quality fuels may result in deposit build up on the fuel injectors and intake valves. This may result in a rough running condition, sporadic misfires, or cold start misfire faults storing in the ECM fault memory. This document informs a Volkswagen approved fuel additive is available to help remove and prevent deposits on fuel injectors and intake valves. |
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| V571404 2038202 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH. Technical Bulletin (Front Door Locks Hard to Release): This document informs of Customers who comment that the front door is hard to open with exterior handle. For concerns of front door lock hard to release from the outside door handle, or the outside handle binds. 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. |
| V911513 2038669 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL 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 Telematics system, one or more Car-Net functions may be inoperative. This document discusses the diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. |
| V921503 2037322 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Technical Bulletin (Washer Level Sensor issues): The sensitivity of the washer solvent level sensor (G33) can be affected by the type, concentration, and the presence of additives in the washer solvent currently in the tank. The operation of the level sensor relies on the composition of the solvent to provide an accurate message on the solvent level. Incorrect concentration and the presence of additives can contaminate the sensor and reduce its sensitivity. This document discusses the diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. |
| V011528 2033805 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Technical Bulletin (Engine, Misfire Diagnostic Aid): This document informs that Multiple components SHOULD NOT be replaced for 1 misfiring cylinder. Repeat repairs must be carefully addressed to identify the root cause of the concern. If misfires are determined to be related to a specific component(s) (fuel injector, spark plug, ignition coil), replace only one defective component at a time and re-evaluate the concern |
| TT 27-16-02 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Brand specific Alignment rack software information to address calibration concerns for adaptive cruise control. |
| V871627 2044165 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Updated to require additional print outs during warranty claiming. |
| TT 20-16-05 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL. Explanation of inferred low side fuel pressure values and direction to utilize the repair manual for mechanicl fuel pressure checking |
| Update Bulletin | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. UPDATE Technical Bulletin (TDI Battery Management Software): This update has been proactively released to prevent the battery from becoming discharged due to a unique set of circumstances during the CAN bus diagnostic phase, leading to excessive parasitic draw and a discharged battery while the vehicle is parked. |
| Revised_Oil_Capa | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ENGINE. Job Aid ? VW Engine Oil Capacities (Gasoline, Diesel, Hybrid Engines) |
| Customer Program | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This document includes what incentives are included in the Volkswagen TDI Customer Goodwill Package. |
| Update Bulletin | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; EQUIPMENT. UPDATE Technical Bulletin (55i3 Fuel Door): This update has been proactively released to prevent the fuel door from sticking or being difficult to open |
| V001410 2036935 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Technical Bulletin (By-Pack At Delivery): Components may be missing from the by-pack at delivery. Components missing from the by-pack should be claimed in one of two ways. (Warranty or Transportation) Understanding when to claim one versus the other is very important. This document informs how to tell the difference. |
| V001411 2033708 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. Technical Bulletin (Removing Paint Contaminants from Exterior Paint): This document informs how to remove paint contaminants such as rail dust and industrial fallout from exterior paint. |
| V191401 2022549 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Technical Bulletin (Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF): This documentation informs it is considered normal operation for the electric coolant fans to continue to run for up to 15 minutes after the ignition is switched off in gasoline engine applications, and up to 16 minutes in diesel engine applications. The production solution to service this issue is that no production change is required. |
| V911410 2035473 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Technical Bulletin (Infotainment Worksheet): 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 information. Because of advanced and frequently changing technology, it is critical that detailed information is provided in order to better understand issues related to Infotainment. |
| V911411 2038669 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Technical Bulletin (Car-Net Unresponsive - Verizon Telematics Service Interruptions and Outages): This document informs how to service potiential 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 Telematics system, one or more Car-Net functions may be inoperative. |
| V911413 2034309 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Technical Bulletin (Car-Net Operating Control Unit (OCU/J949) Service Guidelines & General Information): For informational purposes this document informs of Software related fault codes Software operating characteristics Swapping of OCU During PDI, LED does not illuminate issues Unsuccessful Over The Air Registration (OTAR) Does not include the "S" trim for Passat, Jetta, Beetle, and Tiguan. |
| Update Bulletin | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. UPDATE Technical Bulletin (TDI Battery Management Software): The battery can become discharged when the ECM "wakes-up" the CAN bus to do a diagnostic (~9 hours after vehicle shut-off). During that diagnostic time-window, if the door is opened or the ignition is switched ON, the ECM goes into a mode that can continuously wake-up the CAN bus, leading to excessive parasitic draw and a discharged battery while the vehicle is parked. This update has been proactively released to prevent the battery from becoming discharged due to a unique set of circumstances during the CAN bus diagnostic phase, leading to excessive parasitic draw and a discharged battery while the vehicle is parked. |
| Update Bulletin | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. UPDATE Technical Bulletin (TPMS/ESC Software): This update has been proactively released to prevent illumination of the TPMS and/or ESC light at vehicle start-up and/or under low speed (e.g. <7mph) driving conditions after vehicle start-up. The condition goes away immediately after start up or at speeds greater than 7 mph. |
| Dealer Letter-Da | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Upcoming UPDATE 55i3 - Fuel Door (NVLW)): This document informs of the Fuel door binding or sticking due to excess material insdie of the fuel door housing. The corrective action taken was to measure, and adjust fuel door as necessary to ensure correct function. |
| On-car analysis | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Mil-on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles |
| PDI - 2015 Beetl | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Volkswagen Perfect Delivery Process ? Sales Consultant Delivery Checklist: This document informs the seller of a vehicle with a checklist to cover the experience of a customer who is interested in purchasing a vehicle |
| TT 37-14-01 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Tech Tips (No Mechatronic Communication DTC 01315): For communication faults set in various modules indicating loss of, or no communication with the mechatronic this document informs what is needed If you find that the barrel connector lock was not properly secured. |
| Service Xpress - | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID. This service xpress document give information on the various fluids a vehicle can hold, how to check the fluids and when the vehicle should be serviced for maintenance |
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