Service bulletins for the 2013 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.
1740 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| TT 01-14-01 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. Tech Tips (Lean Fuel Trim Readings): This document informs on the procedure to diagnose for issues with excess fuel trim, and what needs to be serviced |
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| On-Car Analysis | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex) |
| Dealer Letter - | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Additional Special Tool Shipment Safety Recall 34F6 DQ-200 Direct-Shift Gearbox): A notification of an additional shipment of tools |
| 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 |
| V301602 2045266 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Update damage code in warranty table. |
| V871627 2044165 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Updated to require additional print outs during warranty claiming. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| V011422 2035464 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Technical Bulletin (Cylinder Contribution/Balance Faults): This document informs that the diagnostic strategy for zero fuel calibration too sensitive. The production solution for this issue was new Software implemented. 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. |
| V151403 2032173 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Technical Bulletin (Camshaft Adjustment Valve 1 -N205- Diagnosis): Completing the GFF function test and performing basic settings on the camshaft adjustment valve are essential to diagnose proper operation and to avoid unnecessary replacements. The production solution to this issue was to optimized engine cleaning procedure in production. |
| 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. |
| V461409 2038230 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Technical Bulletin (Rear Disc Brakes, Replacing Rear Brake Pads and Rotors for Squeal): Rear brake pad composition may result in a squeal from the rear braking system. Condition as described DOES NOT affect brake performance. The production solution determined lead to improved rear brake pads. |
| V911409 2031136 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Technical Bulletin (Update Programming RCD-510 Radio (Premium 8)): This document informs Programming contained in software level(s) 0007, 0008, 0009, 0010, 0011, 0012, 0013, 0014, 0015, 0016 for certain RCD-510 Radio (Premium 8) radios may cause Bluetooth audio quality complaints for model year 2012 (SVM 383F). Programming contained in software level 0006, 0007, 0008 for certain RCD-510 Radio (Premium 8) radios may cause Bluetooth audio quality complaints for model year 2013 (SVM 37DC). The production soluton for this issue was software updates for the 2012 and 2013 model years. 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. |
| V911412 2038293 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Technical Bulletin (Stationary Vehicle Displayed While in Motion (Premium 8 Radio)): This document informs of customers may report that while the vehicle is in motion, the display on the Premium 8 radio displays the ?Stationary Vehicle? driving mode. The procedure in this document addresses the concern specified above by updating the Premium 8 Radio software to the latest level. 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 64-12-02 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Tech Tips (Window Switch Replacement): Be advised that when replacing a window switch on the listed models, make certain that the switch is not damaged during the removal process. It is preferred to use a bone tool to remove the switch from the housing as opposed to a screwdriver. This document provides examples to prevent the risk of damage |
| TT 91-11-17 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Tech Tips (RNS 510? Replacement Radio/Navigation Unit has no Sound): Replacement RNS 510 radio/navigation units may be shipped in transportation safeguard mode and therefore will have no sound output. This document informs how to deactivate the safeguard mode. |
| TT 01-14-01 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Tech Tips (Lean Fuel Trim Readings): This document informs to recheck the crankcase vacuum at idle. If low, check for additional oil leaks and verify crankcase breather operation (repairing as necessary). Erase the faults and road test 10 miles to recheck operation. |
| TT 19-13-02 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM. Tech Tips (2.0L CCTA/CBFA Coolant Leak or Repeat Coolant Leak from the Water Pump Area): Inspect the water pump for signs of contact with engine oil. Engine oil may cause the water pump gasket to swell, which may lead to a coolant leak. This document informs of the precaustions necessary if a water pump replacement is necessary. |
| TT 20-13-01 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM. Tech Tips (ECM Fault P1250 "Fuel Level Too Low" Will Not Clear): This document informs to clear static ECM fault P1250 "Fuel Level Too Low", add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at least 10 miles. Simply adding fuel without completing a road test may not allow fault to clear. |
| TT 23-10-02 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Tech Tips (Common Rail TDI ? Fuel Filter Replacement and Prime/Bleed Procedure): This document informs when replacing fuel system components on the Common Rail TDI engine (including the fuel filter), the fuel system must be primed. The procedure should be available on most models through Guided Functions. If not shown, then access through Control Module OBD. Run ?Basic Settings block 35? three times in a row. This activates the electric fuel pumps and bleeds the fuel system. Once the system has been bled, it will be necessary to start the engine and idle for a minimum of 5 minutes before depressing the gas pedal. |
| TT 44-13-04 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. WHEELS; STEERING. Tech Tips (Steering Wheel Off Center): This Tech Tip was established to explain the influence the adjustable steering column tilt position has on the steering wheel being off center and to provide information on checking for steering wheel off center. |
| TT 27-15-02 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Tech Tips (Test Plan to Calibrate Adaptive Cruise Control Sensors Will Not Begin notice): Notification that If the test plan to calibrate the Adaptive Cruise Control Sensors will not begin, turn off the overhead lights in the shop. The wavelengths of some shop lighting interfere with the sensors during calibration. |
| V011507 2038575 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR. Technical Bulletin (Update Programming to Eliminate O2 Sensor DTC P2414 and/or P2237 along with O2 Sensor Replacement): Current ECM catalyst heating process may cause damage to the front oxygen sensor |
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