Service bulletins for the 2016 Volkswagen Passat
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.
834 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| Maintenance 2016 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This document contains the maintenance service schedule for a vehicle from 10,000 miles to 130,000 miles. |
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| V871506 2019947 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or component is circulated throughout the refrigerant circuit, the refrigerant circuit must be cleaned of any and all debris or damage to the replacement components will result. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue. |
| V871508 2005566 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): 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. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue. |
| V921502 2026253 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY. Technical Bulletin (Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear): Windshield or rear window is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or the surface feels rough. To avoid unnecessary replacement of wiper blades, the condition and cleanliness of the windshield, rear window and wiper blades, should be checked first. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue. |
| V231501 2041118 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL. Technical Bulletin: This document contans information for Diesel Fuel System Diagnoses and Repair. |
| V001503 2040590 | 2017-11-08. 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 64-14-02 | 2017-11-08. 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. |
| V001502 2015780 | 2017-11-08. 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 2019568 | 2017-11-08. 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 |
| V911512 2042343 | 2017-11-08. 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. |
| V571506 2041749 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. Technical Bulletin (Door Arrester (Door Check Rod/Door Check Strap) Noisy or Defective): The document informs of The condition being caused by water ingress into the door arrester that accumulates in the arrester boot and freezes during cold weather conditions. The ice built up around the door arrester slider spring prevents it from compressing during door opening and closing operation and the spring will eventually wear through the plastic slider and damage the check rod. 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 2038669 | 2017-11-08. 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 2042343 | 2017-11-08. 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. |
| 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 |
| TT 27-16-02 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Brand specific Alignment rack software information to address calibration concerns for adaptive cruise control. |
| V871627 2044165 | 2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Updated to require additional print outs during warranty claiming. |
| TT 20-16-05 | 2017-11-08. 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_Capa | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ENGINE. Job Aid ? VW Engine Oil Capacities (Gasoline, Diesel, Hybrid Engines) |
| V501604 2014370 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. Technical Bulletin about 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. The document also have infromation about where to find warrenty coverage for the service |
| V661601 2043645 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION. Technical Bulletin concerning that During the assembly process, the mirror heater and/or blind spot detection wiring harness may get pinched between the mirror glass and the mirror adjusting unit. If this occurs the mirror image may be distorted. Document also has information on where to find warranty coverage information |
| V851601 2041609 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Technical Bulletin concerning the Fresh Air Blower being Inoperative. It discusses possible issues and how to service these issues. It also refers to where to find warranty information for service coverage |
| VOS-16-04 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. ODIS Service Installation Phase 2 ? Software Installation & Configuration Instructions |
| VOS-16-05 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Installation Phase 1 ? Preparation, License & Security Certificate Process Instructions |
| VSE-16-02 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Service Information T10542/2 ? Threaded Stud from High Voltage Adapter Set notice |
| V461604 2010245 | 2017-10-31. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. Technical Bulletin on how to service Vibration or noise when braking may be due to brake disc corrosion protection which has not been completely removed by normal braking or surface rust built up during transportation. The document also contains information on where to find out about warranty coverage for servicing this issue |
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