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Service bulletins for the 2006 Volkswagen Jetta

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.

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

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Reference Guide2019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates: This document informs of various complaints that were addressed in software updates, and technical bulletins.
V011230 20127052019-04-01. Service bulletin. STEERING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE. Technical Bulletin (Engine, Cranks Intermittently or No Crank): Customer may state that engine cranks intermittently or will not crank. May be caused internally when the Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- fails, this causes Terminal 50 to not energize high, which results in a no crank condition. This document informs how to service this issues related hardware, and software. May be caused internally when the Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- fails, this causes Terminal 50 to not energize high, which results in a no crank condition.
Control Module R2019-04-01. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle
TT 90 11 012019-04-01. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Instrument cluster production mode solution, updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
TT 57 10 112018-12-10. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Comfort/BCM Replacement direction, updated to include additional model year applicability.
V011812-20146032018-12-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Update content and include additional models and model year applicability.
A971861 2013504-2018-09-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano contacts.
TT0017032018-04-16. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan
Quick Reference2018-04-02. 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
Ref. - Reflash U2018-02-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Quick Reference Update Guide of the vehicles expected upgraded software level. The latest corresponding technical bulletins that address the issues, and concerns that have been had with the vehicles.
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
V191602 20225492018-01-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Update model year applicability.
TT 55-13-012017-12-14. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK. Tech Tips (Rear Lid Does Not Open After Handle Replacement): If the rear lid handle is replaced with part number 1J0 827 566L, the microswitch from the original handle must be transferred to the new handle. If original microswitch is not available, microswitch part number 1J5 962 104 B should be ordered and installed.
TT 90-11-102017-12-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Tech Tips (Instrument Cluster Production Mode): During PDI, or after installation of a replacement cluster, ?Pro? may be displayed in place of the odometer. The high beam indicator may be flashing in the instrument cluster as well. This indicates the cluster is in Production mode. Production mode is not the same as ?Transport? mode. This document infroms of the difference between Production, and Transport mode.
TT 57-10-112017-12-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Tech Tips (Comfort Module (J393) or BCM (J519) Replacement): This document informs If a comfort or body control module is replaced during normal diagnosis, make sure the factory mode has been switched OFF. This can be accomplished by selecting the test plan through GFF or through Vehicle Self Diagnosis in adaptation channel 99. Failure to deactivate factory mode will create a concern where the door locks will not lock and/or unlock with the switch and/or the remotes.
VWP-14-062017-12-05. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. Warranty Information (Driver's Door Wiring Harness Limited Warranty Extension for MY 2005 or 2006 (A5) Jetta Vehicles): This document informs of extended warranty options available for Jetta vehicles. It informs how to make a claim on service rendered for the extended warranty, and how to determine which vehicles are eligible
TT 48-10-042017-12-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. Tech Tips (with 1K0 Part Number J500 ? Replacement Steering Harness): If the steering rack is replaced on the above models for any reason, it is necessary to replace the steering harness as well. The new harness may be equipped with an extra connector. If all connections are made correctly, then it is necessary to remove that connector and tape the exposed wires back into the harness. Be sure to tape tightly in order to provide a water-tight repair.
Reference - Refl2017-12-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle
V011407 20146032017-12-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Technical Bulletin This Technical Bulletin details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any Technical Bulletin (TSB) / Required Vehicle Update (RVU).
TT 90-11-102017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Tech Tips (Instrument Cluster Production Mode): This document informs the procedure to remove the production mode setting when it is displayed in the instrument cluster.
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.
TT 00-14-032017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Tech Tips (SVM Update Instructions): This document informs when performing SVM updates, the scan tool should be hardwired to the vehicle and the Bluetooth physically turned off. A hard wired internet connection is also recommended.
TT 45-09-032017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Tech Tips (Electro ? Steering - DTC 01309 008 ?No Communication with -J500-? is Stored in the ABS/ESP Module Only): This document informs If, after replacement of the steering rack, fault code 01309 008 is set in the ABS/ESP module only, follow the test plan in GFF for Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR) or channel 3 activation. If the test plan fails to clear the fault, follow the directions in this document using Vehicle Self Diagnosis in Address Word 44 - Steering Assistance:
V191401 20225492017-10-31. 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.
V271503 20160762017-10-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. Technical Bulletin: Battery, Discharged, Diagnosis for Excessive Static Current Draw

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