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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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Fluid Capacity C2019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Jetta (A6) - 2013 FLUID CAPACITY CHART This document contains information on what fluids, and how much for each of them are necessary to have a car up and running.
Fluid Capacity C2019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Jetta Hybrid - 2013 FLUID CAPACITY CHART This document contains information on what fluids, and how much for each of them are necessary to have a car up and running.
Fluid Capacity C2019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Jetta (A6) GLI - 2013 FLUID CAPACITY CHART This document contains information on what fluids, and how much for each of them are necessary to have a car up and running.
Dealer Letter an2019-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Jetta Instrument Cluster): This document informs dealers of an impending update. The Clock and trip meter buttons in the instrument cluster do not function properly. The corrective action taken to solve this issue was to Check the function of buttons and if necessary repair instrument cluster.
Dealer Letter -2019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (2013 Model Year UPDATES & IQS Window): This document informs that during the next four months of the JD Power window, it?s very important for dealerships to take extra measures to ensure each new vehicle is delivered to customers in perfect condition. With this in mind, Volkswagen asks the dealers to pay special attention to completing the UPDATES in this document that will be active for certain 2013 model year vehicles in the dealers inventory as the IQS window officially opens on November 1st.
Dealer Letter an2019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Upcoming UPDATE 24Y4 ? MPI Software for 2013 MY Jetta 2.0L Engine Vehicles): Volkswagen is informing U.S dealers to please note that the IQS window officially opens on November 1, 2012. As always, it?s important for dealerships to take extra measures to ensure each new vehicle is delivered to customers in perfect condition. With this in mind, we ask you to pay special attention to completing this and any other applicable Update on all affected 2013 model year vehicles in your inventory. This Update has been proactively released to prevent slight hesitation concerns. The corrective action taken to solve this issue was a 2.0L MPI software update for ECM/TCM
VWS-12-022019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Warranty Information (Volkswagen Amenity Subsidy Program - Revised): Volkswagen announced a new short-term program that reimburses Dealers $20 per repair order when model year 2010 ? 2013 Volkswagen customers bring in their vehicle for repair maintenance and are 1.provided with a qualifying current Volkswagen Service Loaner (defined as up to one-year-old with less than 36,000 miles) AND 2. their vehicle receives a wash and vacuum.
VSE-12-142019-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Service Information (VW Minimum Required Jetta Hybrid Auto Shipment AT343): This document informs of upcomming AT-343 Special Tool Packages for the matience of the Jetta Hybrids: ? Hybrid System Tools ? 1.4 TSI Engine ? 7 Speed DSG Transmission. ? In an effort to save shipping costs, we have included one tool which is used on 2.0 FSI equipped vehicles.
SSP 8903232019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. The Jetta Hybrid Design and Function: This document informs of the hardware, and software used to increase fuel mileage in the vehicle.
V911222 20227392019-04-08. 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 20297672019-04-08. 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 20195682019-04-08. 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.
SSP 8501232019-04-08. Service bulletin. ENGINE; POWER TRAIN. Service Training (The 7-speed Double-Clutch Transmission 0AM Design and Function): The 7-speed double-clutch transmission 0AM is based on the 02E DSG transmission. It offers the same comfort and shifting characteristics of the 02E DSG. It has been designed for engines with a torque of up to 184 lb/ft (250 Nm) of torque. The DSG transmission economy is on a par with manual transmission vehicles. The DSG transmission has succeeded in reducing fuel consumption below that of manual transmissions using technical innovations. This reduction in fuel consumption makes a significant contribution towards lowering emissions. In this SSP, users will learn how the new 0AM double-clutch transmission functions and the technical highlights that help to reduce fuel consumption.
V551203 20213542019-04-08. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Technical Bulletin (Hood, Under Hood Not Painted Body Color): The paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment and underside of hood may not match the exterior paint color of the vehicle. Depending on vehicle model and production plant, the color of the engine compartment and underside hood may not match the vehicle body color. This document informs dealers to let their customers know that these body surfaces (engine compartment and underside of hood) are not directly visible (exposed) and therefore do not require the same finish as visible, exterior surfaces.
V501205 20143702019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; STRUCTURE. Technical Bulletin (Paint Finish, Reducing Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches): New vehicles (prior to Retail Delivery) with swirl marks and or fine scratches from polishing or cleaning. This document informs of how the Finish can be significantly improved without the use of harsh polishing compounds and high speed buffing.
V301204 20313662019-04-08. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Technical Bulletin (Slave Cylinder - Clutch Pedal Operation Diagnosis): A Customer may comment: ? Complaints on clutch system. ? After pressing the clutch pedal, it remains on the floor. Due to mis-diagnosis of clutch systems, and to prevent incorrect parts replacement, diagnostic procedure implemented into guided fault finding. This document is meant to inform.
V201201 20313422019-04-08. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Technical Bulletin (TDI Vehicles Equipped with Mis-fuel Inhibitor): Starting in MY 2013 all VW TDI vehicles come equipped with a mis-fuel inhibitor installed in the fuel tank filler neck to prevent accidental mis-fueling of the fuel tank with the incorrect fuel. This document is being published to help answer any questions regarding this component.
V011231 20235912019-04-08. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Technical Bulletin (TDI Clean Diesel I/M (Inspection Maintenance) Testing Issues due to Readiness Not Set): Some readiness codes on TDI clean diesel vehicles require special driving conditions to be set. If DTCs have been recently erased from the vehicle?s ECM, it may take additional driving under different conditions to fully set OBD readiness parameters. MVB 89 (on non-UDS protocol ECM?s) will store correct data concerning OBD readiness. This document illustrates how to manually read OBD readiness codes.
TT 96-12-072019-04-08. Service bulletin. STEERING; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Tech Tips (Equipped With KESSY ? Key Adaptation Tip): When adapting keys on a vehicle equipped with KESSY, it is recommended to remove the immobilizer reader coil from behind round cover on steering column trim and insert key inside the reader coil. The steering column trim does not need to be completely removed to access reader coil. For vehicles with the Start/Stop button on the steering column, the Start/Stop button assembly can be removed from column trim without disassembling trim. Start/Stop button connector must be disconnected to allow reader coil to be removed from around button assembly. Start/Stop button should be reconnected during key adaptation. This document provides photo examples of the procedure.
TT 93-12-012019-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. 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 91-12-142019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. 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 87-12-022019-04-08. Service bulletin. ENGINE; EQUIPMENT. 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 Bulletin2019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. 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 the Introduction of Level 08 software to prevent certain Bluetooth audio quality complaints CW 42/12. This document informs how to install the upgraded software.
Update Bulletin2019-04-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. 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.
Update Bulletin2019-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 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.

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