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Service bulletins for the 2012 Volkswagen Routan

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.

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

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TT 00-16-022018-01-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that cannot be re-used
V871621 20438932018-01-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
V871622 20199472018-01-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Update to model year applicability.
V341602 20344062018-01-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. additional symptom gathering information and guidence to isolate customer concern before beginning repair.
V691601 20104792018-01-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Update model year applicability to include 2017.
V871620 20055662018-01-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Update model and model year applicability.
PDI - ROUTAN TEC2017-12-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; EQUIPMENT. Routan Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purchased
TT 91-13-052017-12-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Tech Tips (RHR Radio - iPod Connection Tip): This document informs The RHR radio can control an iPod when the device is connected directly to USB port located on the front of radio. Accessory iPod adapter kits available for other Routan radios will not operate with the RHR radio.
PDI - ROUTAN TEC2017-12-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. ROUTAN Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purchased
TT 28-11-022017-12-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Tech Tips (Start/Stop Button Installation at PDI): New Routan SEL vehicles should be equipped with a start/stop button which is to be inserted into the WIN module during PDI. The button is shipped in the by-pack (found on the third row seat) is shown in this document.
TT 2009012017-12-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
Dealer Letter an2017-12-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Upcoming UPDATE Routan RHR Radio Software): This document informs dealers of an upcomming update for RHR Radio Software.
TT 00-13-022017-12-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Tech Tips (Technician Helpline Vehicle Check Sheets): When it becomes necessary to open a VW Technician Helpline VTA case while performing diagnosis for a diesel particulate filter, manual transmission repair, or turbocharger concern, it is recommended to complete the related worksheet/check sheet before calling. This document informs where Worksheets/Check Sheets are available on ServiceNet.
V871408 20379332017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Technical Bulletin (HVAC System Intermittently Blows Cold Regardless of Setting): Customers may experience the following condition: * HVAC system intermittently blows cold regardless of blend door/temperature setting. The product solution for this issue was that Improved Manual Temperature Control Module (MTC) software had been introduced in production
TT 15-12-032017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Tech Tips (cylinder misfires): This document informs When diagnosing faults for cylinder misfires, perform a Cylinder Combustion Pressure Leakage Test before replacing any components. This document informs of where to find the test procedure for the test
TT 91-11-092017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). Tech Tips (All Navigation Radios-All Models): When the Navigation RNS 850/510/315 is in 3D mode, the top portion of the screen may not display streets. This line represents the horizon and is a normal operation of system. This document provides Examples of day and night modes:
TT 00-14-012017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Tech Tips (Routan-Identifying Misfires using WiTech): This document informs that the cylinders in the Routan vehicle can be indivually diagnosed for issues.
V001404 20103802017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Technical Bulletin (Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials): This doucment contains a list of components and applications developed to repair concerns of squeaks, rattles, noise and trim fit conditions.
Elsa Newsletter2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This document is an overview which covers: - Reminder: Improvements to Technical Information Titles in ElsaPro - Technical Bulletins - Pending Service Solutions - Tech Tips - Campaigns - Updates - Suggestions
Elsa Newsletter2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; EQUIPMENT. This document is an overview which covers: - Populating ElsaPro Service Personnel List - Technical Bulletins - Pending Service Solutions - Tech Tips - Campaigns - Updates - Suggestions
V151405 20386722017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Technical Bulletin (Cylinder Misfire issues): Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination due to Cylinder Misfirings. Using a Scan Tool (wiTECH) with Elsa and the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures, This document informs how to verify all engine systems are functioning as designed. 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.
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)
V001411 20337082017-10-31. 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.
TT 57-10-152017-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Tech Tips: Vehicles with Immobilizer with Download/Discharge? New Key Will Not Program
TT 15-12-032017-10-21. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Tech Tips (2011-2014 Routan ? MIL ON, Fault P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, and/or P0306 Stored In PCM): When diagnosing faults P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, and/or P0306 for cylinder misfires, perform a Cylinder Combustion Pressure Leakage Test before replacing any components. Test procedure can be found in Elsa Repair Manual under Diagnostic Information

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