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Service bulletins for the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg

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.

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

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V001206 20157802019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; EQUIPMENT. Technical Bulletin (PDI - Vehicle Inspection, Protection Removal and Detailing): This document informs of the procedure to perform when a dealer receives a car. Its contents include: ? 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 ? Paint finish, inspecting for swirl marks ? Exterior glass, cleaning ? Interior, cleaning ? New vehicle detailing products
Dealer Letter Ar2019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (20R9 Service Action Kit Allocation): This document informs of the submission of additional 20R9 kits for dealership?s use. The document instructs parts managers to use the kits to address any affected inventory vehicles, so that the campaign is completed prior to retail sale. The document also informs how additional kits can be ordered.
TT 72-12-022019-04-01. Service bulletin. SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Tech Tips (Front Seat Backrest is in a Different Position When Re-entering the Vehicle): This document informs on the hardware installed to prevent accidental movement of the seat when exiting the vehicle.
Dealer Letter -2019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (20R9 Service Action Kit Allocation): Volkswagen will be sending an additional allocation of 20R9 kits for dealership?s to use. In addition to any customer vehicles showing the 20R9 service action open the kits are to be used to address any affected inventory vehicles, so that the campaign is completed prior to retail sale. This document informs how to acquire additional kits as well.
Dealer Letter an2019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (UPDATE 23K9 TDI Software): Volkswagen informs dealers on an upcomming update necessary to address an impendending issue. The Diagnostic strategy of ECM software is too sensitive, causing the MIL to illuminate and the following faults to set in the ECM/EDC memory during system checks: ? P208C ? Reductant Pump ?A? Control Circuit Low ? P208E ? Reductant Injection Valve Stuck Closed Bank 1 Unit 1 ? P20EE ? SCR NOx Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1 ? P150A ? Engine Off Timer Performance The corrective action taken to solve this issue was an Software update.
Reference Guide2019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Engine Control Module Updates: This document informs of complaints, and the software updates / Tech Bulletins associated with servicing engine control module issues:
Reference Guide2019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates: This document informs of various complaints that were addressed in software updates, and technical bulletins.
VWS-12-022019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. 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.
V911222 20227392019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING 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
V551203 20213542019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. 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 20143702019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. 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.
V931302 20352172019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Technical Bulletin (High Voltage Repairs on Hybrid Vehicles): High Voltage topics are very diverse and latest information is changing regularly. Therefore, they need to be addressed on a case-by-case basis. The Volkswagen Technicians Helpline can provide the latest information and guidance to address the different concerns.
V001304 20344072019-04-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Technical Bulletin (Choosing Service Numbers ? Transmission and Drivetrain): To ensure that customer concerns are being properly addressed, Volkswagen created a reference Service Numbers example sheet available for customer concerns/technician findings. Proper Service Number usage will ensure customer concerns/technician findings are properly addressed allowing for more accurate and timely repair information, Required Vehicle Updates and Technical Bulletins.
SM 127-20182018-12-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH. Part number listed is to be returned if it meet the criteria provided in the document.
VWP-18-062018-12-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This document informs dealers of the Extended Emissions Warranty Limited Warranty Extension for 3.0L TDI Gen 1.2 vehicles.
VWP-17-162018-12-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This document informs dealers of coding instructions for fuel fill after AEM performed for 3.0L TDI Gen1.1, Gen 1.2, Gen 2.1 and Gen 2.2 Touareg vehicles.
VWP-17-152018-12-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This document informs dealers of coding instructions for AdBlue refills after AEM performed for 3.0L TDI Gen 1.1, Gen 1.2, Gen 2.1 and Gen 2.2 Touareg vehicles.
VWC-18-082018-12-10. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This document advises dealers regarding the mandatory fuel refill for vehicles receiving the 3.0L TDI emissions modification.
TT 24 13 032018-12-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Updated existing tip to include latest model years for explanation of P130A
Important TDI An2018-12-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Important TDI Announcement: Upcoming Close of 2.0L Settlement Program
Important TDI An2018-12-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Important TDI Announcement: VW 3.0L TDI GEN 1.2 Modification Available July 30
Important TDI An2018-12-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. E-mail_CLARIFICATION ? Important TDI Announcement: VW 3.0L TDI GEN 1.2 Modification Available July 26
On-car analysis2018-09-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Customer states the oil light is on
On-car analysis2018-09-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Customer states the oil light is on
On-car analysis2018-09-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Customer states the oil light is on

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