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Service bulletins for the 2016 Volkswagen Golf

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.

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

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TT911609 20443142018-03-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Repair direction to address fault code B201A that sets after replacement of the J794 infotainment module. Include model year 2017 for all models with MIB2 radios
TT571004 20314402018-03-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Updated direction to address no communication concerns with the -J519- Vehicle Electrical System Control Module.
97CH - Dealer Le2018-02-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. On vehicles produced within a specific timeframe it is possible that a light bulb is defective but is not detected and therefore not displayed in the instrument cluster. Furthermore it is possible that a correctly functioning light bulb shows as defective.
TT 9116022018-02-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT. Update to include model year 2017 applicability.
VIN-4-A-PIN July2018-02-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; EQUIPMENT. MIL-on P0420 and/or P0430 in the ECM
Update 021220162018-02-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Quick Reference of vehicle concerns. Includes a list of Software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns Updated
91N9 Rev 1220162018-02-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This customer satisfaction campaign 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 Revision Statement: SD cards are no longer available. SD card software files are available for download from ServiceNet. See Technical Bulletin Instance # 2044695 for instructions on downloading Infotainment Software Updates.
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
TT 91-16-132018-01-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Update to service information in regards to cable port connection
V191602 20225492018-01-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Update model year applicability.
TT 0117082017-12-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Precautionary steps to Error Code ERP0203E when performing campaign 23U3.
TT 0115042017-12-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Seach tips to assist in finding DTC information
On-car-analysis-2017-12-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. MIL-on fault P2407 in the ECM
TT 91-16-132017-11-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Clarification of Apple CarPlay operation in conjunction with USB port operation by location to aid in diagnostics.
TT 91-16-142017-11-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Clarification on what condition is present when "Park Pilot Not Available" message is displayed and subsequent diagnostic steps.
TT 91-16-142017-11-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Clarification on what condition is present when "Park Pilot Not Available" message is displayed and subsequent diagnostic steps. Updated 9/16-2016 to include eGolf
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.
V931503 20352172017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. Technical Bulletin (High-voltage repairs on Hybrid and Electric vehicles): This document informs if a repair involving high-voltage components or battery needs to be performed on a Hybrid or Electric vehicle, a VTA ticket must be opened with VW Technicians Helpline to obtain direction with the latest information available. If high voltage battery needs to be removed, replaced or disposed of for any reason, VW Technicians Helpline will provide instructions for handling each case. Hybrid batteries which are being replaced under Warranty for any reason and are stable can be shipped back for analysis in the same container that the new battery was received in. VW QTM can assist in making the determination if HV-Battery is stable for shipping or not. For HV-Batteries that were damaged due to outside influence, VW Technicians Helpline can provide guidance in having battery picked up from dealer for proper recycling
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

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