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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 93-12-012019-04-01. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Tech Tips (Drive Motor Position Not Learned, Fault P0C4E): The drive motor position will need to be relearned after DTC codes have been cleared, battery has been disconnected or a recharge of the 12 volt battery has taken place. The VAS PC and ODIS programs will have the technician perform this task at the end of diagnostics and module fault code erasing. This can also be accomplished without the need for a scan tool if this recalibration procedure is followed after a battery disconnect, recharging of a low 12V battery or code clearing with a generic scan tool. This document informs how the vehicle learns the Drive Motor Position.
TT 87-12-022019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Tech Tips (A/C Shuts Off with ?Compressor Off? Code 12 When Coming to a Stop): This document informs when diagnosing a customer concern of A/C shutting off, with ?compressor off? code 12 when coming to or at a stop, be aware that the ECM strategy is to shut off the A/C compressor to reduce engine load and increase engine vacuum during braking, particularly during the catalyst warm-up phase. A compressor off code of 12 does not necessarily indicate a vehicle concern.
Update Bulletin2019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. UPDATE Technical Bulletin (UPDATE ? 91J7 RCD 510 (Premium 8) Radio Software): This update has been proactively released to address the following: 1. Bluetooth audio runs in mono mode 2. Bluetooth audio level too high/distorted Bugs contained in Level 07 software for certain Premium 08 radios may cause Bluetooth audio quality complaints. The production solution to this issue was an introduction of Level 08 software to prevent certain Bluetooth audio quality complaints CW 42/12.
TT 91-12-142019-04-01. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Tech Tips (Radio Inoperative After UPDATE 91J7 SD Card Software Update): If radio is inoperative after performing UPDATE 91J7, start by checking the current software level of the radio. Software level may have changed during update, so software level must be checked again after update has failed. If radio cannot be reached in Vehicle self-diagnosis, software level can be checked by running GFF and printing or saving diagnostic log. Software level location on GFF log is highlighted in this document.
TT 80-13-022019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Tech Tips (Broken or Difficult to Adjust, Dash Panel Air Vents): This document informs when performing repairs on air vents under warranty, it is important to determine if the damage was caused by outside influence or customer abuse. If there are no signs of abuse, please replace the vent(s). DO NOT disassemble or in any way attempt to repair the vent(s).
TT 50-12-012019-04-01. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Tech Tips (Water Leak into Front Passenger Compartment): A concern of water leak into the front passenger compartment may be caused by a seam sealer skip or hole in the area around hood hinge or behind front fender. This document informs of the procedure to Isolate leak locations.
TT 44-13-032019-04-01. Service bulletin. WHEELS. Tech Tips (Four Wheel Alignments): This Tech Tip provides an overview of vehicle four wheel alignment, and important steps that should be followed when performing four wheel alignments.
TT 00-13-042019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Tech Tips (All Models 2000-2014 - Part ordering): If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. This document informs how to contact VWGoA Parts Specialist for help.
On-Car Analysis2019-04-01. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
TT 44-13-042019-04-01. Service bulletin. STEERING; STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR. 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 17-13-012019-04-01. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Tech Tips (1.8T or 2.0T engines (CPRA, CPLA, CPPA), No/ low oil pressure at idle or oil pressure light on): This document informs to check under the oil filter for the mandrel to be missing. This must be transferred from the old filter and re-installed. The most likely scenario for this to occur is after an oil change.
Dealer Letter -2019-04-01. Service bulletin. STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION). VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Special Tool Shipment for Upcoming Voluntary Safety Recall 34F6 DQ-200 Direct-Shift Gearbox): This document informs of an upcoming special tool shipment for upcoming voluntary Safety Recall 34F6. This document also informs of the continents of the shipment.
V011338 20348442019-04-01. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Technical Bulletin (Update Programming for Sporadic Misfire Faults): During normal operation of the Jetta Hybrid, the electric drive motor will be activated as a generator to charge the High Voltage Battery. Once the High Voltage battery has reached a 100% state of charge, the regenerative function will shut off and the electric drive motor load will be released. Under certain driving conditions, this release of load from the engine can result in sporadic misfire faults storing in the Engine Control Module fault memory. This software update is designed to re-program the ECM, Power Electronics Module, and/or Battery Management Control Module with new software. The re-programming itself should carry out the updates without technician intervention. Please ensure all control module software as applicable has been updated after the flash is completed. The production solution for this issue was improved software implemented into production.
TT 87-11-012019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Tech Tips (A/C Control Module Basic Settings): This document informs how to set basic setting on the Climatic control module after replacement for fault code 00898
TT 57-13-052019-04-01. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Tech Tips (Auto Unlock Function): On the vehicles listed above, the auto unlock feature will only unlock the door(s) that were unlocked when the vehicle was last entered. For example, if the vehicle is set to unlock only the driver?s door on first press of the unlock button on the keyless entry remote (or when using the door handle on KESSY equipped vehicles) and only the driver?s door is unlocked during entry, only the driver?s door will unlock with the auto unlock feature when placed into park or the key is removed from the ignition. This is normal operation, normal characteristic and no diagnosis or repair should be attempted for this condition.
TT 24-13-062019-04-01. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM. Tech Tips (Fuel injector seals for 2.0L (CBPA) engine code): Fuel injector seals are available separately for service repairs. It is not necessary to replace the complete fuel injector if a seal (upper or lower) is needed.
On-car Analysis2019-04-01. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. On-car analysis list of customer complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
TT 27-11-022019-04-01. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; 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.
V211302 20240612019-04-01. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM. Technical Bulletin (Rattling Noises from Engine Compartment Area or Exhaust System): Customers may complain of a rattling noise from engine or exhaust area while accelerating from 1800-3000 RPM. In order to complete proper diagnosis and ensure that the noise is coming from the turbocharger use the procedure in this document.
VWS-13-052019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Warranty Information (Volkswagen DoubleCheck Labor Operations): Volkswagen DoubleCheck Labor Operations for All VW Models Except Routan ElsaWeb/Pro was updated on August 12, 2013 with the following Volkswagen DoubleCheck labor operations for all Volkswagen models except Routan. This document informs where in ElsaWeb/Pro this information can be located.
V191303 20225492019-04-01. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Technical Bulletin (Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF): This document 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.
V011335 20286092019-04-01. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Technical Bulletin (Update Programming for Engine Control Module and Transmission Control Module, for Shudder and/or Slight Hesitation Concerns): Current ECM/TCM programming could be causing slight hesitation related concerns in DSG equipped vehicles (depending on driving conditions). The production solution to this issue is Improved ECM/TCM software to address drivability concerns and slight hesitation complaints. 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.
V871301 20055662019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): An unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system. Odor mainly occurs after vehicle has been sitting (unused) at least 5 hours and within 20 to 60 seconds after vehicle is first started. Contaminants are effectively neutralized using the AIRCOMATIC? II Ultrasonic Climate System Cleaner (VAS 6189A) or AIRCOMATIC? III Ultrasonic Climate System Cleaner (VAS 6189B) and AIRCO-CLEAN? Ultrasonic HVAC Treatment (30208). All other cleaning methods are no longer permitted. 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.
V691305 20353692019-04-01. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS. Technical Bulletin (Airbag Warning Lamp ON): The airbag control unit self-test may be susceptible to alarm horn resonance during the self-test causing the airbag light to illuminate in the instrument panel. If this situation occurs, the airbag system remains operational. This document informs how to Install an alarm kit and replace the airbag control unit. 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.
V171303 20178132019-04-01. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement): Customers have stated oil consumption is higher than the Volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. This document informs how to test the oil consumption rate

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