1999 Volkswagen Beetle service bulletins & manufacturer communications
108 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 108
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standardsV171901201285565 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 21, 2023
- Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.V171901201285562 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 30, 2023
- Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.V171901201285560 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 24, 2023
- Update model year applicability to include 2023.V941901201152119 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 12, 2022
- Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability.V271901201189422 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 6, 2022
- Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)V171901201285534 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 11, 2021
- Tool number added to table. Removal of Behr Flush Kit. VAS 6337/1AV871806201994714 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 12, 2020
- Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.V941901201152115 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 21, 2020
- Quick Reference Update Guide.QRUG08212019 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 21, 2019
- The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.SM 33-2019 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 27, 2019
- Alternative method for radio code retrieval.TT 91 19 01 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 22, 2019
- Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality StandardsV171901-2012855 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Mar 12, 2019
- Battery Testing and Charging instruction. Updated to include model year 2019 applicability.V271901-2011894 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 19, 2019
- Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability.V941901-2011521 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 18, 2019
- Engine replacement tipTT 10 12 01 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 28, 2018
- Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test planTT001703 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 10, 2017
- Update to model year applicability.TT 961011 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 19, 2017
- Update to model year applicability.TT 961011 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 19, 2017
- Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.TT 271002 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 14, 2017
- Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.TT 271002 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 14, 2017
- Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.TT 200901 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 18, 2017
- 17 17 01 July 5, 2017 2012855 Supersedes Technical Bulletin 17-16-02 (V171602) dated April 29, 2016 due to updated oil standards lists to current specifications. Engine Oils Which …V171701 2012855 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 5, 2017
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.SM 44-2017 EN · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 28, 2017
- VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup GuideVHW-17-11 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 22, 2017
- Quick Reference of vehicle concerns. Includes a list of Software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns UpdatedQuick Reference · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 13, 2017
- This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi requests.1-2017 Update · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2017
- Update model year applicability to include 2017.V691601 2010479 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 31, 2016
- Update to model year applicability.V871622 2019947 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 24, 2016
- Contacting the parts helplineTT001601 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 23, 2016
- Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. Update model year applicability.TT 97-12-02 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 23, 2016
- Quick Reference Update Guide of the vehicles expected upgraded software level. The latest corresponding technical bulletins that address the issues, and concerns that have been had…Ref. - Reflash U · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 20, 2016
- Quick reference update guide.UpdateGuide · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 12, 2016
- Quick Reference of vehicle concerns. Includes a list of Software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns UpdatedUpdate 02122016 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 12, 2016
- Airbag Issues.Airbag · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 22, 2016
- 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 replacem…V921502 2026253 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jul 22, 2015
- 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 com…V871506 2019947 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 7, 2015
- This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, upd…Elsa 6-29-15 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 29, 2015
- This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage appli…Elsa 6-22-15 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 22, 2015
- 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 i…TT 64-14-02 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued May 8, 2015
- Technical Bulletin: Condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light lenses issue is discussed in this documentV941501 2011521 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 27, 2015
- Technical Bulletin: Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000VAS ChargerV271501 2011894 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 16, 2015
- VW Elsa NewsletterEdition115 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 8, 2014
- Quick Reference Update GuideUpdateB · Technical service bulletin · Communication · issued Dec 8, 2014
- Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000 Charger271402 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 3, 2014
- Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)871409 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Sep 24, 2014
- Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has…V871409 2019947 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 24, 2014
- Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard VW 502 00/505 00/505 01 and VW 504 00/507 00TB171404 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 2, 2014
- Technical Bulletin (Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard): This document informs of a sample list of products generally available in the North American market tha…V171404 2012855 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 2, 2014
- Quick Reference Update GuideGuide · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 29, 2014
- Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicleQuick Reference · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 29, 2014
- Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation941403 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jun 4, 2014
- Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): This document informs of the Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. The documen…V941403 2011521 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jun 4, 2014
- VW Elsa NewsletterEdition86 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued May 19, 2014
- VW Elsa NewsletterEdition86 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 19, 2014
- Fault code P1297 may be set and fuel mixtures may go lean if the vehicle is driven under load or revved up and then returned to idle.TT240801 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 9, 2014
- Tech Tips (Models with 1.8T Engine - Pressure Loss issues): Fault code P1297 may be set and fuel mixtures may go lean if the vehicle is driven under load or revved up and then retu…TT 24-08-01 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 9, 2014
- Quick Reference Update GuideUpdateA · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 5, 2014
- Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicleReference - Refl · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 29, 2014
- Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair MaterialsTB001404 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 10, 2014
- Technical Bulletin (Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials): This doucment contains a list of components and applications developed to repair concerns of squeaks, rattles, noise…V001404 2010380 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 10, 2014
- Volkswagen Warranty Policies and Procedures ? April 2014Warranty · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2014
- Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation941402 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 6, 2014
- Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): Exterior light assemblies (headlights, taillights, fog lights, turn signals) are vented and may collect moisture on the…V941402 2011521 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 6, 2014
- Quick Reference Update GuideUpdate · Technical service bulletin · Communication · issued Feb 25, 2014
- VW Elsa NewsletterEdition70 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 27, 2014
- VW Elsa NewsletterEdition70 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 27, 2014
- Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire FaultsTB001403 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jan 27, 2014
- 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 ru…TT641402 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 24, 2014
- 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 i…TT 64-14-02 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 24, 2014
- HVAC, Temperature Output Control Cannot Be Adjusted851401 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 22, 2014
- Technical Bulletin (Temperature Output Control Cannot Be Adjusted): Customer states cannot adjust temperature and/or A/C is not cold. The blend door control lever moves freely, but…V851401 2012432 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 22, 2014
- Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer InspectionsPDITECHCHECKa · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 28, 2013
- P0102, P1128, P1296 - WA front oxygen sensor faultsGuide · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 15, 2013
- Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicleControl Module R · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 15, 2013
- Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicleControl Module R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 15, 2013
- Emissions Recall Circular - 1999-2001 Volkswagen Folf/Jetta and New Beetle 2.0 Liter Gasoline Engine Vehicles Reprogramming of Engine Control Module and Replacement of Malfunctioni…WA00 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 18, 2013
- Emissions Recall Circular (2.0 Liter Gasoline Engine Vehicles Reprogramming of Engine Control Module and Replacement of Malfunctioning Oxygen Sensor): Volkswagen has found that the…Campaign Circula · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 18, 2013
- Emissions Recall Circular (2.0 Liter Gasoline Engine Vehicles Reprogramming of Engine Control Module and Replacement of Malfunctioning Oxygen Sensor): Volkswagen has found that the…Campaign Circula · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 18, 2013
- Beetle 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 m…PDI - BEETLE TEC · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 17, 2013
- In SAGA, the time units for the Volkswagen DoubleCheck labor operation were reduced in error from 50 time units to 30 time units during the system update posted on July 4th.VWS1303 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 10, 2013
- VW Elsa NewsletterEdition40 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 17, 2013
- VW Elsa NewsletterEdition40 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jun 17, 2013
- Be aware that there are 2 suppliers for the TDI glow plugs-Bosch and Beru. When replacing the glow plugs make sure that you do not mix stock. The vehicle must have all the same sup…TT280109 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 14, 2013
- Tech Tips (Equipped with ALH TDI Engine - Glow Plug Replacement Tip): This document informs that there are 2 suppliers for the TDI glow plugs-Bosch and Beru. When replacing the glo…TT 28-01-09 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 14, 2013
- Beetle 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 m…PDI - BEETLE TEC · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 13, 2013
- VW Elsa NewsletterEdition35 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 13, 2013
- VW Elsa NewsletterEdition35 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued May 13, 2013
- Customer States Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear921301 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued May 6, 2012
- Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation941401 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 14, 2011
- Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. The headlamps or inside lights intermittently dim slightly at idle speed. At idle speed the alternator voltage can f…TB-94-10-02 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 9, 2010
- Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle. At idle speed the alternator voltage can fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the fluctuations. Some…TB-09-10-02 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 9, 2010
- Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. Heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission, etc.)…2015831 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 28, 2008
- Wiring harness, coolant contamination at instrument cluster. *kb970102 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 25, 2007
- Mil is on and/or catalytic converter is rattling. *kb2010464 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 14, 2007
- Emissions recall circular. Reprogramming of engine control module and replacement of malfunctioning oxygen sensor. *kb05012007 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 2007
- Dtc's p1297 (17705) or p1557 (17965) stored in dtc memory. This may be caused by intake hoses leaking (during boost conditions) due to incorrect torque on clamps or improper placem…010702 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 11, 2007
- Door windows, may seperate from window regulator clamps. *kb0603 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Apr 26, 2006
- Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1176 is stored in dtc memory (new beetle 1.8t, engine code aph). *nm0603 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 30, 2006
- Engine pre-heater installation. Calix. *tt11292005 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 29, 2005
- Mil is on and or catalytic converter is rattling. *sc0501 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 9, 2005
- Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1603 (18011) stored in dtc memory. *tt0502 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 14, 2005
- Hybrid oil pan, installing. *tt0405 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 3, 2004
- Concerns with transmission in limp mode with no malfunction indicator lamp illuminated. *tt0001 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 28, 2000
- Some vehicles may exhibit throttle pedal vibration at idle and / or rapping noise against engine cover heard on vehicles with secondary air injection. *tt0001 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jan 12, 2000
- Concerns with poor or no reception from am radio. *tt9911 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 9, 1999
- Subject pertaining to the sunroof sliding headliner, replacing slides. *tt9904 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 22, 1999
- Subject regarding engine oil capacities. *tt9903 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 23, 1999
- Information regarding electronic control module (ecm) coding. *tt9904 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 8, 1999