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Service bulletins for the 2016 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.

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

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V231501 20411182017-11-08. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL. Technical Bulletin: This document contans information for Diesel Fuel System Diagnoses and Repair.
V001503 20405902017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. Technical Bulletin (Paint Defect - Water Migration Under the RAPGARD): Water migration under the RAPGARD® can be mistaken as a paint defect when in fact it is only moisture trapped in the clear coat of the paint. This document discusses. - RAPGARD, removal and disposal - Inspecting for water migration in areas where RAPGARD was removed. - Examples of water migration after the RAPGARD is removed
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 93-15-012017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM. Tech Tips: Ensuring Proper Torque Specifications when Installing High Voltage Cables
V001502 20157802017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Technical Bulletin (PDI - Vehicle Inspection, Protection Removal and Detailing): This document refers to a pre check inspection on the quality of a vehicle such as - Inspecting vehicle for damage (to be completed within 48 hours of delivery to Dealership) - Shipping damage - Detailers responsibilities (to be completed prior to delivery to Customer) - Full Body Covers (FBC), removal and disposal - RAPGARD, removal and disposal - Vehicles are shipped with RAPGARD. This self-adhering plastic product is applied in certain areas of the vehicle and is designed to provide protection from all types of possible damages. - Paint finish, inspecting for swirl marks - Exterior glass, cleaning - Interior, cleaning - New vehicle detailing products
V601501 20195682017-11-08. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY. Technical Bulletin (Sunroof or Power Sunshade, Does Not Open/Close or Automatic Operation Does Not Function). This document contains Warranty information for coverage, and informs of methods to to service the issue
V641502 20398872017-11-08. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR. Technical Bulletin (Rear Door Glass Inoperative): The rear glass cannot be opened / closed, the rear glass may slide down into the door, or the rear glass motor operates but the glass does not move. This document contains the fault codes, and procedure to service these issues
V911512 20423432017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Technical Bulletin (Discover Media and MIB2 PQ Composition Media Radio Malfunctions): This document discusses customer reporting of the following symptoms. -Infotainment system freezes or reboots -Infotainment system turns off at random -Navigation system malfunctions or is inoperative -Navigation announcements speak in German -Adjustment of subwoofer settings sporadically unavailable in setup menu -Sirius radio issues -Compass display in instrument cluster is erratic or malfunctions -Crackling or static noise from speakers -Park pilot is inoperative or unavailable -Automatic clock update for Daylight Savings Time malfunctions -Abnormal sound output and/or delayed sound output from speakers -Android Auto malfunctions or is inoperative The software procedure resolves the concern(s) specified above by updating the MIB2 PQ radio software to the latest level 0245. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of issue. The fault codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available.
V911513 20386692017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Technical Bulletin (Car-Net Unresponsive - Verizon Telematics Service Interruptions and Outages): When beginning diagnosis for customer concerns related to functionality of the Car-Net system, it is important to understand that the symptom(s) may not be related to any problem with the vehicle itself. If there are any problems with the AT&T 3G service and/or a service interruption or outage with the Verizon Telematics system, one or more Car-Net functions may be inoperative. This document discusses the diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue.
V911514 20423432017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Technical Bulletin (Discover Media and MIB2 PQ Composition Media Radio Malfunctions): This document discusses customer reporting of the following symptoms. -Infotainment system freezes or reboots -Infotainment system turns off at random -Navigation system malfunctions or is inoperative -Navigation announcements speak in German -Adjustment of subwoofer settings sporadically unavailable in setup menu -Sirius radio issues -Compass display in instrument cluster is erratic or malfunctions -Crackling or static noise from speakers -Park pilot is inoperative or unavailable -Automatic clock update for Daylight Savings Time malfunctions -Abnormal sound output and/or delayed sound output from speakers -Android Auto malfunctions or is inoperative The software procedure resolves the concern(s) specified above by updating the MIB2 PQ radio software to the latest level 0245. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of issue. The fault codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available.
V921504 20428102017-11-08. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Technical Bulletin (Rain Sensor is not Functioning): Rain sensor may not have been activated at the factory. The product solution for this issue was to Recode the body control module. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of issue. The fault codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available.
Update Bulletin2017-11-08. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS. UPDATE Technical Bulletin (Airbag Control Module Software Update): During vehicle startup, the airbag control module may misidentify engine vibrations and/or vehicle movement due to an overly sensitive self-test of the rollover sensor. This condition results in DTC B200000 ?Control module faulty? being permanently recorded in the airbag control module, and the airbag warning light coming on in the instrument cluster. The product solution tot his issue was to update the software which is in production. The document displays how to install the software
V011528 20338052017-11-08. 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
TT 91-15-072017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES. Tech Tips (Customer concerns of their iPhone not connecting or having sporadic connections when using Apple CarPlay in the AppConnect environment): Ensure a cable certified by Apple is being used (a cable purchased from Apple or the cable that came with the phone). Non-certified or cables that are knotted, worn or extremely long will exhibit connectivity concerns. Cable adapters may also cause connectivity concerns.
Dealer Letter-Da2017-11-08. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Airbag Control Module Software Update): During vehicle startup, the airbag control module may misidentify engine vibrations and/or vehicle movement due to an overly sensitive self-test of the rollover sensor. The dicument informs dealers of the issue and the importance to ensure that every affected vehicle gets updated before delivery to consumers
Dealer Letter-Da2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Upcoming Emissions Recall Vehicle Emission Control Information Label): The Vehicle Emission Control Information Label contains the word ?AIR? when it should not. This makes the label non-compliant with Federal Regulations. The corrective action for this issue was to Install a corrected Vehicle Emission Control Information Label
Dealer Letter -2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Airbag Control Module Software Update): This is to inform dealers that on or about December 18, due to the implementation of a new SVM code, a revised version of the 69L7 UPDATE will be available in ServiceNet immediately and will be visible in Elsa within the next few days due to system limitations.
Campaign Circula2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Vehicle Emission Control Information Label: The Vehicle Emission Control Information Label contains the word ?AIR? when it should not. This makes the label non-compliant with Federal Regulations. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of issue. The procedure for servicing the vehicle, and a customer letter example are also available.
TT 27-16-022017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Brand specific Alignment rack software information to address calibration concerns for adaptive cruise control.
TT 91-15-072017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Direction to utilize genuine Apple cable when using Apple CarPlay for the MIBII system
V301602 20452662017-11-08. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Update damage code in warranty table.
V871627 20441652017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Updated to require additional print outs during warranty claiming.
TT 20-16-052017-11-08. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL. Explanation of inferred low side fuel pressure values and direction to utilize the repair manual for mechanicl fuel pressure checking
Revised_Oil_Capa2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ENGINE. Job Aid ? VW Engine Oil Capacities (Gasoline, Diesel, Hybrid Engines)
V641501 20398872017-10-31. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. Technical Bulletin (Rear Door Glass Inoperative issue diagnosis): The rear glass cannot be opened / closed, the rear glass may slide down into the door, or the rear glass motor operates but the glass does not move

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.