Service bulletins for the 2012 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.
1483 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| V911701_2035473 | 2019-08-07. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Infotainment worksheet. |
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| TT 00 19 01 | 2019-08-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Vehicle Fuse location assistance. |
| VOS-19-17 | 2019-08-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT. This document outlines updates to the diagnostic software (ODIS). |
| TT 01 19 04 | 2019-05-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. UDS Basic settings directions |
| V271902-2033978 | 2019-04-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. Update to model year applicability. Generator Replacement Charging System inoperative/malfunctions, noise from engine compartment, accessory drive belt damaged or missing. |
| TT 91 19 01 | 2019-04-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Alternative method for radio code retrieval. |
| V271901-2011894 | 2019-04-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Battery Testing and Charging instruction. Updated to include model year 2019 applicability. |
| TT 90 11 01 | 2019-04-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Instrument cluster production mode solution, updated to include additional model and model year applicability. |
| TT 911505 | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Update to existing information to address phone concerns via bluetooth resulting from saved emoji information |
| TT 271002 | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability. |
| V901202 2031334 | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Technical Bulletin (Instrument Cluster Clock and or Trip Buttons Inoperative): This bulletin has been released to address concerns related to clock and trip meter adjustment using the instrument cluster buttons. Because of a fitment concern between the instrument cluster halves the buttons mounted on the instrument cluster may not function properly. Since the lower housing does not fit properly with the upper housing, the buttons do not make contact when time and/or trip meter is being set. The production solution to this issue was Improvement in the production process as of September 30th, 2012, VIN: AJ_CM474081. |
| Update Bulletin | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. UPDATE Technical Bulletin (UPDATE ? 90H2 Instrument Cluster): This update has been proactively released to prevent customer concerns related to clock and trip meter adjustment using the instrument cluster buttons. Because of a fitment concern between the instrument cluster halves the buttons mounted on the instrument cluster may not function properly. The lower housing does not fit properly with the upper housing, the buttons do not make contact when time and/or trip meter is being set. |
| Update Bulletin | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. UPDATE Technical Bulletin (UPDATE ? 90H2 Instrument Cluster (NVLW)): This update has been proactively released to prevent customer concerns related to clock and trip meter adjustment using the instrument cluster buttons. Because of a fitment concern between the instrument cluster halves the buttons mounted on the instrument cluster may not function properly. |
| Dealer Letter-Da | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Revision to UPDATE 90H2 ? Jetta Instrument Cluster): This document informs of an expansion of intent in scope for vehicles serviced. The problem observed was Clock and trip meter buttons in the instrument cluster not functioning properly. The corrective action for this issue was to Check function of buttons and if necessary repair instrument cluster. |
| Reference Guide | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Updates (RVU): This document informs of the reflashs that took place at specific updated software levels to address the complaints of various cars. |
| Reference Guide | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE. Engine Control Module Updates: This document informs of complaints, and the software updates/Tech Bulletins associated with servicing engine control module issues: |
| Reference Guide | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates: This document informs of various complaints that were addressed in software updates, and technical bulletins. |
| Dealer Letter an | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Revision to UPDATE 90H2 ? Jetta Instrument Cluster): This document informs of an expansion to the 90H2 UPDATE. As an additional supply of parts is now available, Volkswagen have expanded the scope of vehicles to include certain 2012 model year Jetta vehicles in U.S. dealer inventory. The issue to be addressed is the Clock and trip meter buttons in the instrument cluster do not function properly. The corrective action taken was to Check function of buttons and if necessary repair instrument cluster. |
| V911222 2022739 | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Technical Bulletin (Bluetooth System Identification): This document informs of the method to understand how to identify the various Bluetooth systems by: ? Visual Identification ? PR Code ? Part Number |
| V691202 2029767 | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Technical Bulletin (Airbag Warning Lamp Illuminated in Instrument Cluster, DTC B101614 Stored in Airbag Control Module): This document informs only that Airbag lamp in instrument cluster may illuminate due to unfastened connector for passenger airbag warning lamp. |
| V601203 2019568 | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VISIBILITY. Technical Bulletin (Sunroof / Sunshade, Will Not Open): The issued of The panoramic sunroof, regular sunroof or sunshade cannot be opened. The sunroof?s ?Basic Setting? has been unintentionally initiated by the customer. This document informs the procedure to reset the settings of the Sunroof / Sunshade so that functionality can be retained. 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. |
| V281203 2029514 | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Technical Bulletin (Cylinder Glow Plug Circuit issues): Internal hardware issue of the glow plug relay may cause an over voltage supply to the glow plug(s) damaging the heating element. The production solution to this issue was Improved glow plug relays implemented in production and spare parts. 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. |
| TT 27-11-02 | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. Tech Tips (No Charging System Voltage): This document informs with a general overview of how to inspect and diagnosing a low battery or no charging system concern. |
| TT 57-10-04 | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Tech Tips (No Communication with the J519 Vehicle Electrical System Control Module/Body Control Module): If no communication can be established to the Vehicle electrical system control module J519 (address word 09) in Guided Fault Finding or Vehicle Self Diagnosis, it may be necessary to cycle door locks. This document informs of the recommended observations that should be taken when performing the procedure. |
| On Car Analysis | 2019-04-08. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex) |
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