2012 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE
3 recalls, 0 complaints - 951 TSBs
20V785000 Dec 16, 2020
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Volkswagen Beetle and Beetle Convertible vehicles. The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high tem... Read more
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BC.
19V679000 Sep 25, 2019
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Volkswagen Passat, 2018 Tiguan LWB, 2007-2009 Jetta Sedan, 2011-2013, 2015 and 2019 Jetta, 2013 Jetta Hybrid, 2008-2009 Jetta Sportwagen, 2015 Golf Sportwagen, 2013 Golf, 2008-2010 and 2012-2013 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2... Read more
Consequence
If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners and repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01D7. Note: This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 18V-329.
19V615000 Aug 22, 2019
STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of... Read more
Consequence
Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than "Park" increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE
951 manufacturer communications from 547 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 107 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 95 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 94 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 89 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 58 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 55 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 32 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 29 |
V171905201285571
Apr 10, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285570
Feb 22, 2024
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285569
Jan 25, 2024
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285569
Jan 25, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW Engine oil quality standards
V691901201047916
Jan 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries, update to contact information due to retirement.
V171901201285568
Nov 22, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285568
Nov 22, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
VW Engine oil quality standards
V871810204370421
Nov 13, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Reporting procedure for A/C compressor replacement regardless of the reason for failure. Update to model year applicability and new warranty GFF labor operation number
V171901201285567
Oct 30, 2023
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VW Engine oil quality standards
V171901201285565
Aug 21, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
V171901201285562
May 30, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V191701202254810
May 22, 2023
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Introduce new engine coolant compatible with all models and all model years.
V171901201285560
Apr 24, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
V171901201285559
Mar 21, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards
V271902203397810
Mar 16, 2023
112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Generator Replacement
V4016012043146_2
Feb 20, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Strut or Shock leak assessment.
VWP-23-01
Feb 6, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Document informs dealers on VWP-23-01
V171901201285558
Feb 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
V691901201047915
Feb 2, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
VW contact when reporting a Airbag or Pyrotechnic safety belt deployment. Update to model year applicability.
V691901201047915
Feb 2, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
VW contact when reporting a Airbag or Pyrotechnic safety belt deployment. Update to model year applicability.
TT 91 23 01
Jan 26, 2023
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Radio knob replacement instead of radio replacement w/ knob part number.
V171901201285557
Jan 12, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
V941901201152119
Dec 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update model year applicability to include 2023.
V171901201285556
Dec 12, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
V271901201189422
Dec 6, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
WLA-22-15
Nov 16, 2022
263000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
ACC Calibration Process
V871810204370417
Nov 10, 2022
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A/C requirements, update to model year applicability.
V871810204370417
Nov 10, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
A/C requirements, update to model year applicability.
V171901201285555
Nov 1, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
V171901201285554
Oct 18, 2022
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil ) excluding Routan & ID.4attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)
V241801204513812
Sep 7, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update warranty table labor operation numbers due to recent Saga updates.
V0017062033708_8
Sep 6, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
update to required vehicle wash shampoo.
V171901201285553
Aug 30, 2022
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)
V3416022034406_5
Aug 25, 2022
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Manual transmission noise diagnostic assistance
V241801204513811
Aug 25, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update warranty table labor operation numbers due to recent Saga updates.
CT_batt_charger
Aug 22, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Minimum battery charger requirements during software updates
V171901201285551
Aug 3, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)
V171901201285551
Aug 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)
V171901201285550
Jun 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include model year 2023 and the latest Engine Oil attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)
V171806201781317
Jun 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine oil consumption measurement.
TT 20 09 01_5
Jun 23, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Gasoline quality check. Update to model and model year applicability.
TT 20 09 01_5
Jun 23, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Gasoline quality check. Update to model and model year applicability.
TT 20 09 01_5
Jun 23, 2022
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Gasoline quality check. Update to model and model year applicability.
V011812201460318
Jun 22, 2022
119111 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction. Update to require 70amp minimum battery charger during procedure.
V011812201460318
Jun 22, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction. Update to require 70amp minimum battery charger during procedure.
V171901201285548
Jun 15, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW engine oil specifications. Update to model year applicability.
V171901201285548
Jun 15, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW engine oil specifications. Update to model year applicability.
V011615201481514
Jun 15, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Gasoline quality.
V0116132033805_6
Jun 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine misfire diagnostic aid.
V3718022033975_8
Jun 14, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Auto Trans fluid requirements.
V001713203384615
Jun 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Recommended fuel additive to avoid engine misfires.
V271901201189420
Jun 8, 2022
119100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Battery Testing and Charging using VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS
V271901201189420
Jun 8, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Battery Testing and Charging using VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS
V8720022061094_7
Jun 8, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen. Updated to include ID.4
V171901201285547
Jun 6, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VW engine oil specifications. Update to attachments.
V171901201285547
Jun 6, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VW engine oil specifications. Update to attachments.
V8720022061094_5
Jun 6, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
TT 13 20 01_2
May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine oil pressure priming.
TT 13 20 01_2
May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine oil pressure priming.
V871812200556627
May 18, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Cleaning of Heating and Ventilation system, Updated to include additional model year applicability and cost of cleaning solution in warranty table.
V271901201189419
May 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Testing and Charging using recommended VW test equipment.
TT 27-10-02_4
May 12, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Tester VAS 6161 introduction.
V171901201285546
Apr 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
VWP-22-03
Apr 25, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-03
V941901201152118
Apr 7, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation. Update model year applicability to include 2022.
V171901201285545
Mar 22, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171806201781316
Mar 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine oil consumption measurement. Update procedure and work sheet.
V271503201607611
Mar 2, 2022
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Discharged Battery, Diagnosis for excessive current draw.
V1917012022548_9
Feb 24, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update model and model year applicability, introduce new coolant G12Evo.
V171901201285544
Feb 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285543
Jan 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285543
Jan 21, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285543
Jan 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
A002155201173212
Dec 15, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
V171901201285542
Dec 13, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V271901201189417
Dec 6, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery testing using VW special tools, updated to include additional model year applicability and include I.D.4.
TT 01 21 03
Dec 3, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Explanation of error message received from scan tool when erasing diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) in Control Module -623- after repair.
V171901201285541
Dec 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V691901201047914
Nov 8, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update to model year applicability.
V171901201285540
Oct 28, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V0018092053065_3
Oct 26, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Additional safety related Inquiry and Reporting instruction.
V171901201285539
Sep 28, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285539
Sep 28, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
TT 96 12 07_6
Sep 17, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
KESSY equipped Key Adaptation, updated to add model year applicability.
TT 61 21 01
Sep 3, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Republication of archived technical tip for water leak testing fixture.
V2418012045138_9
Sep 2, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update to model year applicability.
VIN4APIN20210816
Aug 16, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Customer states MIL-on with P013E in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Hood release inoperative Customer states MIL-on with P0401
VIN4APIN20210816
Aug 16, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer states MIL-on with P013E in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Hood release inoperative Customer states MIL-on with P0401
VIN4APIN20210816
Aug 16, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer states MIL-on with P013E in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Hood release inoperative Customer states MIL-on with P0401
V871810204370416
Aug 4, 2021
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A/C Compressor replacement requirements, updated to include additional model year applicability.
V171901201285537
Jul 28, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285537
Jul 28, 2021
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V171901201285536
Jun 29, 2021
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
V001713203384614
Jun 22, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
V001713203384614
Jun 22, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
V0116132033805_5
Jun 22, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
V171806201781315
Jun 22, 2021
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Engine oil consumption measurement.
V0116132033805_5
Jun 22, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
V011615201481513
Jun 21, 2021
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
V011812201460317
Jun 21, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Version Management (SVM)
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VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE across all model years (2008, 2019).
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Total Recalls
48
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE - Year by Year
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