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Service bulletins for the 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen

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.

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

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VIN-4-A-PIN 2-32018-02-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
VIN-4-A-PIN01062018-01-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
V191602 20225492018-01-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Update model year applicability.
TT9111012017-11-12. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Update to existing Tech Tip 91-11-01 for later model years, to direct technicians to the bluetooth compatibility chart.
TT 64-14-022017-11-08. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS; VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ignition and visually locate the damage.
V911511 20424672017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Technical Bulletin: A software update was implemented to address potential Media Modular Infotainment System Malfunctions. The procedure corrects the concern(s) by updating the MIB2 Infotainment System software to the latest level 0613. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of issue. The fault codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available.
V911513 20386692017-11-08. 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.
Update Bulletin2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. UPDATE Technical Bulletin (Modular Infotainment System Software Update): The software refered to in this update has been proactively released to prevent one or more of the following infotainment related symptoms: ? App-Connect malfunctions or is inoperative ? Infotainment display goes blank or dark ? Infotainment system freezes or reboots ? Infotainment system turns off without input ? Display screen turns blue with ?Emergency Download? error message displayed ? Bluetooth is unavailable or inoperative ? Navigation system malfunctions or is inoperative ? Voice Recognition malfunctions or is inoperative ? Settings in menu are not stored or missing ? Audio source changes without input after key cycle ? SD card malfunctions or is inoperative ? Loss of paired Bluetooth device ? Language settings change without input ? Loss of radio presets ? Announcement volume changes or fluctuates without input ? Loss of audio output Software level 0613 is available to enhance infotainment system functionality
Update Bulletin2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. UPDATE Technical Bulletin (Modular Infotainment System Software Update): This update has been proactively released to prevent one or more of the following infotainment related symptoms: ? App-Connect malfunctions or is inoperative ? Infotainment display goes blank or dark ? Infotainment system freezes or reboots ? Infotainment system turns off without input ? Display screen turns blue with ?Emergency Download? error message displayed ? Bluetooth is unavailable or inoperative ? Navigation system malfunctions or is inoperative ? Voice Recognition malfunctions or is inoperative ? Settings in menu are not stored or missing ? Audio source changes without input after key cycle ? SD card malfunctions or is inoperative ? Loss of paired Bluetooth device ? Language settings change without input ? Loss of radio presets ? Announcement volume changes or fluctuates without input ? Loss of audio output Software level 0613 is available to enhance infotainment system functionality
Update Bulletin2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. UPDATE Technical Bulletin (Modular Infotainment System Software Update): This software update has been proactively released to prevent one or more of the following infotainment related symptoms: ? App-Connect malfunctions or is inoperative ? Infotainment display goes blank or dark ? Infotainment system freezes or reboots ? Infotainment system turns off without input ? Display screen turns blue with ?Emergency Download? error message displayed ? Bluetooth is unavailable or inoperative ? Navigation system malfunctions or is inoperative ? Voice Recognition malfunctions or is inoperative Settings in menu are not stored or missing ? Audio source changes without input after key cycle ? SD card malfunctions or is inoperative ? Loss of paired Bluetooth device ? Language settings change without input ? Loss of radio presets ? Announcement volume changes or fluctuates without input ? Loss of audio output Software level 0613 is available to enhance infotainment system functionality.
V011528 20338052017-11-08. 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 91-15-072017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES. Tech Tips (Customer concerns of their iPhone not connecting or having sporadic connections when using Apple CarPlay in the AppConnect environment): Ensure a cable certified by Apple is being used (a cable purchased from Apple or the cable that came with the phone). Non-certified or cables that are knotted, worn or extremely long will exhibit connectivity concerns. Cable adapters may also cause connectivity concerns.
Dealer Letter-Da2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (MIB2 MQB Modular Infotainment System Software issues): This document informs of Customer complaints of infotainment-related symptoms. The corrective action taken was a Software level 0613 which is available to enhance infotainment system functionality.
TT 27-16-022017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Brand specific Alignment rack software information to address calibration concerns for adaptive cruise control.
TT 37-16-022017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS. Specific diagnostics and areas of concern to address shifter or shifter circuit concerns.
TT 90-16-022017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Explanation of fuel range reading that is affected by gathering driving data, after instrument cluster replacement.
TT 91-15-072017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Direction to utilize genuine Apple cable when using Apple CarPlay for the MIBII system
V011626 20459252017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Update ECM software that is causing erroneous DTC faults.
Dealer Letter-Da2017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Communication to dealer that a Customer Satisfaction Campaign with customer notification is taking place. Dealers must ensure that every affected inventory vehicle with "2016 MY Volkswagen Vehicles with the MIB2 MQB Radio (Modular Infotainment System)" has this campaign completed before delivery to consumers. The campain is to update the software and inquire customers on their views after the update.
VOS-16-042017-10-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. ODIS Service Installation Phase 2 ? Software Installation & Configuration Instructions
TT 97-14-02ss12017-10-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)
TT 64-16-012017-10-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Tech Tips for Door Control Module Identification
VSE-16-052017-10-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This communication provides important information on how to obtain and install the latest software for the new John Bean VAS701001 alignment machine model
V191601 20225492017-10-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Tech Bullentin concerning Electric Coolant Fans that Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF
Campaign Circula2017-10-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Document informing dealer of intent to proceed with a software update to the MIB2 MQB Radio (Modular Infotainment System) Software. A customer satisfaction campain will follow the update to better understand the customers reaction to the software update.

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.