2003 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE Recalls (5)
- Campaign:
- 07V063000 on 02/20/2007
- Component:
- Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
- Manufactured:
- 05/31/2002 - 11/29/2006
- Affected:
- 1,002,000
- Defect:
- On certain passenger, wagon, and convertible vehicles equipped with or without cruise control, a brake light switch may malfunction if it was installed incorrectly.
- Consequence:
- The brake lights could become inoperative, or remain on. failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.
- Correction:
- Dealers will install the newly designed brake light switch free of charge. the recall began on april 27, 2007, and will be conducted in several staggered mailings through september 21, 2007. vehicles within the make, model, and model year of this population may be involved in either this recall or 06v-183, but not both. the remedy is the same for each recall. volkswagen dealers will apply the remedy based on the vin number of the vehicle. owners may contact vw at 1-800-822-8987.
- Notes:
- Volkswagen recall no. n4.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
- Campaign:
- 07E023000 on 03/28/2007
- Component:
- Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
- Affected:
- 13,128
- Defect:
- Certain cardone master cylinders with part numbers 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987mza, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, and 11-3156, and with date codes lower than dca7078 sold as replacement equipment for use on the vehicles listed above. the seal on master cylinder can fail and leak brake fluid.
- Consequence:
- Loss of brake fluid can result in poor braking performance, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Correction:
- Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. the recall began during april 2007. owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780.
- Notes:
- This recall only pertains to aftermarket cardone master cylinders and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed above.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
- Campaign:
- 08V178000 on 04/17/2008
- Component:
- Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
- Manufactured:
- 07/29/2002 - 10/30/2004
- Affected:
- 76,900
- Defect:
- Volkswagen is recalling 76,900 my 2004-2005 new beetle and my 2003-2005 new beetle convertibles equipped with an advanced (dual-stage) air bag system. this system may have air bag frontal crash sensors that contain a solder joint on the circuit board that may crack under certain high temperature conditions. if this occurs, the air bag indicator light will illuminate and the fallback algorithm will ensure that the front air bags always deploy in a frontal crash in which the vehicle's deceleration is high enough to activate the frontal air bags.
- Consequence:
- In low-severity frontal impacts, the front air bags may deploy more forcefully than designed, increasing the possibility of injury to out-of-position front seat occupants.
- Correction:
- Dealers will inspect each vehicle to determine that the specific defect crash sensor is present on one or both sides of the vehicle. all of the defect crash sensors will be replaced free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on or before july 31, 2008. owners may contact volkswagen at 1-800-822-8987.
- Notes:
- Volkswagen recall no. r6.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
- Campaign:
- 09E012000 on 04/06/2009
- Component:
- Exterior lighting
- Affected:
- 16,270
- Defect:
- Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
- Consequence:
- Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
- Correction:
- Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
- Notes:
- This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
- Campaign:
- 14E007000 on 03/11/2014
- Component:
- Engine and engine cooling:engine
- Affected:
- 50
- Defect:
- The gates corporation (gates) is recalling certain aftermarket tru-flow water pumps, part number tfw 41127, sold at certain napa auto parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after november 1, 2013 (and manufactured august 2013 through october 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/sprocket or do not have 'us9377' stamped on the water pump housing. these service replacement parts were sold for use in model year 1999-2005 audi a4, 2000-2006 audi tt, 1998-2005 volkswagen beetle, 1999-2006 golf, 1999-2008 and 2011-2013 volkswagen jetta, and 2000-2005 volkswagen passat. in the affected water pumps, the pulley or sprocket that turns the timing belt may develop microfractures causing the timing belt to fail.
- Consequence:
- A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Correction:
- Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. the recall began during may 2014. owners may contact the gates corporation at 1-303-744-1911.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
2003 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE TSBs (74)
- Bulletin:
- 0405
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Hybrid oil pan, installing. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0502
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1603 (18011) stored in dtc memory. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 610501
- Component:
- 162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
- Summary:
- Headliner, loose around rear glass. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 11292005
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- Engine pre-heater installation. calix. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0603
- Component:
- 133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
- Summary:
- Door windows, may seperate from window regulator clamps. *kb
- Bulletin:
- 010702
- Component:
- 062300 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
- Summary:
- 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 placement, worn or torn intake hoses. *kb
- Bulletin:
- 2015831
- Component:
- 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
- Summary:
- 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.), and if damaged, replaced. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SB-28F3
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Volkswagen: vehicles may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. if this happens, the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) will illuminated to let you know that the vehicle may experience some deterioration in per
- Bulletin:
- SA-28F3
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Volkswagen: (revised) vehicles may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. if this happens, the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) will illuminated to let you know that vehicle may experience some deterioration
- Bulletin:
- SA-60A7-S9
- Component:
- 134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
- Summary:
- Volkswagen service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. inspect, clean and modify sunroof drains for certain volkswagen vehicles and revised maintenance schedule; sunroof drain inspection and cleaning. no models or model
- Bulletin:
- TB-09-10-02
- Component:
- 111000 electrical system:battery
- Summary:
- 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 electric consumers come on in cycles or have no constant
- Bulletin:
- TB-94-10-02
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- 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 fluctuate, as the alternator cannot fully compensate the f
- Bulletin:
- TB-00-10-06
- Component:
- 510000 child seat:latch connector
- Summary:
- Volkswagen: child restraint latch guidance fixture; compliance with fmvss 225 (usa only). update to existing technical bulletin. no production change required. all models. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SAC-28F3/P1-REV
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Volkswagen: gasoline engine vehicles inspect, and if necessary, replace ignition coils. vehicles affected by this action may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. models passat and wagon; golf; gti; jetta a
- Bulletin:
- VWP-10-06
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Volkswagen: warranty information for th e transmission valve body. *rm
- Bulletin:
- TB-01-12-04
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Volkswagen: gasoline engines have rough idle, have significant loss of power or stalling with reduced performance. *pe
- Bulletin:
- TT57-13-04
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- Summary to be provided on a future date.
- Bulletin:
- TT 50-14-01
- Component:
- 190000 tires
- Summary:
- Tech tips (all vehicles-tire dressing for vehicle detailing): the use of tire dressing gives your tires that shiny finish that completes the image of a clean (new) vehicle. this document informs that the use of non-water based products wil
- Bulletin:
- V941403 2011521
- Component:
- 120000 exterior lighting
- Summary:
- Technical bulletin (exterior lights, moisture accumulation): this document informs of the condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. the document also informs how to service the issue.
- Bulletin:
- TT 32-14-01
- Component:
- 103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
- Summary:
- Tech tips (torque converter/flywheel/flexplate installation): incorrect torque converter or flywheel/flexplate installation can result in transmission damage. when installing an engine, flywheel or transmission, please follow the installat
- Bulletin:
- Quick Reference
- Component:
- 118000 electrical system: software
- Summary:
- Quick reference update guide: this document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle
- Bulletin:
- V871409 2019947
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- 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 failed and debris from the compressor or component is circ
- Bulletin:
- V171404 2012855
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- 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 that meet the volkswagen oil quality standard
- Bulletin:
- TT 91-16-03
- Component:
- 117000 digital instrument panel
- Summary:
- Beetle-coding the replacement instrument cluster
- Bulletin:
- V011602 2014815
- Component:
- 070000 fuel system, gasoline
- Summary:
- Technical tips on what to do if improper gasoline has been added to the vehicle.
- Bulletin:
- V501604 2014370
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- 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 fi
- Bulletin:
- V271501 2011894
- Component:
- 111000 electrical system:battery
- Summary:
- Technical bulletin: battery, testing and charging using midtronics vas6161, mcr340v, incharge 940, or grx3000vas charger
- Bulletin:
- V011503 2014815
- Component:
- 070000 fuel system, gasoline
- Summary:
- Discusses the issues associated with using contaiminated gasoline. there are recommendations to use top tier gasoline retailers
- Bulletin:
- V941501 2011521
- Component:
- 120000 exterior lighting
- Summary:
- Technical bulletin: condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light lenses issue is discussed in this document
- Bulletin:
- V271503 2016076
- Component:
- 111000 electrical system:battery
- Summary:
- Technical bulletin: battery, discharged, diagnosis for excessive static current draw
- Bulletin:
- TT 20-13-01
- Component:
- 091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
- Summary:
- Tech tips (ecm fault p1250 "fuel level too low" will not clear): this document informs to clear static ecm fault p1250 "fuel level too low", add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at least 10 miles. simply adding fuel without co
- Bulletin:
- V641504 2016012
- Component:
- 137000 visibility:rear window wiper/washer
- Summary:
- Technical bulletin (window, rear side, inoperative): rear side window inoperative or will not roll up. this document discusses the "fault codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of issue. the fault codes for checking warranty
- Bulletin:
- TT 64-14-02
- Component:
- 138200 visibility:defroster/defogger system:rear window
- Summary:
- 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. this document informs of how to diagnose t
- Bulletin:
- V851401 2012432
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- 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 the blend door does not operate. a bushing that fits on t
- Bulletin:
- TT 00-14-03
- Component:
- 118000 electrical system: software
- Summary:
- Tech tips (svm update instructions): this document informs when performing svm updates, the scan tool should be hardwired to the vehicle and the bluetooth physically turned off. a hard wired internet connection is also recommended.
- Bulletin:
- TT 64-14-02
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- 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 engin
- Bulletin:
- V921502 2026253
- Component:
- 130000 visibility
- Summary:
- 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 w
- Bulletin:
- V871508 2005566
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- 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 start
- Bulletin:
- V871506 2019947
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- 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 compon
- Bulletin:
- V941402 2011521
- Component:
- 121000 exterior lighting:headlights
- Summary:
- Technical bulletin (exterior lights, moisture accumulation): exterior light assemblies (headlights, taillights, fog lights, turn signals) are vented and may collect moisture on their inner surfaces, depending on humidity and other climatic
- Bulletin:
- V871401 2005566
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- 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 start
- Bulletin:
- V011408 2014815
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- Technical bulletin the use of contaminated gasoline, seasonal fuel changes (summer/winter fuel) or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more of the following conditions: -excessive accumulation of
- Bulletin:
- V011407 2014603
- Component:
- 118000 electrical system: software
- Summary:
- Technical bulletin this technical bulletin details the general process for carrying out a software version management (svm) software update for any technical bulletin (tsb) / required vehicle update (rvu).
- Bulletin:
- V871402 2005566
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Technical bulletin (hvac, unpleasant odor): condensation, which is a normal condition in all a/c systems, can cause a musty odor. if the odor is noticeable in the vehicle when the engine is not turned on, the cause may be mold and mildew i
- Bulletin:
- V001404 2010380
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- 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.
- Bulletin:
- Reference - Refl
- Component:
- 118000 electrical system: software
- Summary:
- Quick reference update guide: this document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle
- Bulletin:
- TT 24-08-01
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- 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 returned to idle. this document informs of what to do should th
- Bulletin:
- V171403 2017813
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- Technical bulletin (oil consumption measurement): customer states oil consumption is higher than the volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. in order to provide effective lubricati
- Bulletin:
- TT 87-10-05
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Tech tips (air conditioning does not operate): this document informs of concerns of no or intermittent a/c operation where pressure diagnosis does not lead to a cause, be sure to check the n25 a/c clutch coil. the fan control module may se
- Bulletin:
- TT 20-09-06
- Component:
- 061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
- Summary:
- Tech tips (tdi engine - n75 solenoid valve diagnosis): this document informs with graphical aid the testing of the n75 solenoid valve in the event of a turbocharger fault code such as p0299 or p0234. this applies to mechanical injection st
- Bulletin:
- TT 00-13-02
- Component:
- 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
- Summary:
- 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
- Bulletin:
- TT 200901
- Component:
- 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
- Summary:
- Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
- Bulletin:
- V171302 2017813
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- Technical bulletin (oil consumption measurement): customer states oil consumption is higher than the volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. in order to provide effective lubrica
- Bulletin:
- TT 57-13-04
- Component:
- 353000 equipment:electrical
- Summary:
- Tech tips (equipped with immobilizer iii - odis key adaptation tip): this document informs when adapting keys using odis, an error message may be displayed once the test plan directs to cycle the key off. if error is displayed, this does
- Bulletin:
- PDI - BEETLE TEC
- Component:
- 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
- Summary:
- 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 meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purc
- Bulletin:
- TT 37-06-06
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Tech tips (vehicles with 09g or 09a transmission -- replacing transmission): this document informs if you replace one of these transmissions, check etka to see if you must also replace the transmission control module (tcm) at the same ti
- Bulletin:
- TT 28-01-09
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- 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 glow plugs make sure that you do not mix stock. the vehicle
- Bulletin:
- TT 21-13-01
- Component:
- 061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
- Summary:
- Tech tips (equipped with turbocharged engine turbocharger replacement tip): if mechanical damage is found to the turbocharger (e.g. damaged compression wheel, loose or broken shaft), it is not enough to just replace the turbocharger. thi
- Bulletin:
- PDI - BEETLE TEC
- Component:
- 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
- Summary:
- 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 meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purc
- Bulletin:
- V871620 2005566
- Component:
- 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
- Summary:
- Update model and model year applicability.
- Bulletin:
- V691601 2010479
- Component:
- 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
- Summary:
- Update model year applicability to include 2017.
- Bulletin:
- V871622 2019947
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Update to model year applicability.
- Bulletin:
- V011615 2014815
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- Update to include additional model year applicability.
- Bulletin:
- TT 00-16-02
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that cannot be re-used
- Bulletin:
- Update 02122016
- Component:
- 118000 electrical system: software
- Summary:
- Quick reference of vehicle concerns. includes a list of software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns updated
- Bulletin:
- TT 97-12-02
- Component:
- 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
- Summary:
- data link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. update model year applicability.
- Bulletin:
- 1-2017 Update
- Component:
- 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
- Summary:
- This communication is to update our profi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound profi requests.
- Bulletin:
- Ref. - Reflash U
- Component:
- 118000 electrical system: software
- Summary:
- 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 with the vehicles.
- Bulletin:
- Elsa 6-22-15
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- 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 application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech
- Bulletin:
- Elsa 6-29-15
- Component:
- 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
- Summary:
- This document contains the vw elsa newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
- Bulletin:
- Quick Reference
- Component:
- 118000 electrical system: software
- Summary:
- Quick reference of vehicle concerns. includes a list of software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns updated
- Bulletin:
- V171701 2012855
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- 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 meet volkswagen oil quality standards
- Bulletin:
- TT001703
- Component:
- 118000 electrical system: software
- Summary:
- Tip for scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan
- Bulletin:
- A971861 2013504-
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano contacts.
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