TB201305
NHTSA communication ID: 10241351
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Source record 10241351 at NHTSAThe manufacturer’s record · Page 5 of 5
2008 Volkswagen BEETLE
Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 5
Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 401–431 of 431, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Jan 1, 2007–Jan 14, 2013.
Back to 2008 Volkswagen BEETLE problems & recallsRead the applicability before drawing a conclusion.
This archive includes service bulletins, warranty notices, software instructions and other communications. Records may repeat or supersede earlier instructions. A model-year association is not proof that a document covers every engine, trim, VIN or reported symptom, or that a repair is free.
NHTSA download snapshot: Sep 28, 2026. These are communication associations for this vehicle, not unique defects. How records are joined and counted.
V201203
NHTSA communication ID: 10050079
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
VOLKSWAGEN:EVAPORATIVE (EVAP) EMISSION SYSTEM, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DIAGNOSIS. REVISED PROCEDURE DEVELOPED TO TEST EVAP SYSTEM WITHOUT FUEL CAP. *JS
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL.
Source record 10050079 at NHTSA921204
NHTSA communication ID: 10253203
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding
Source components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER · VISIBILITY/WIPER.
Source record 10253203 at NHTSA921204
NHTSA communication ID: 10239580
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding
Source components: VISIBILITY/WIPER.
Source record 10239580 at NHTSAV921204 2024878
NHTSA communication ID: 10157792
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Technical Bulletin (Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding): Wiper blade inspection guidelines for wear and tear, outside influence and factory defect.
Source components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER.
Source record 10157792 at NHTSAV921204 2024878
NHTSA communication ID: 10156194
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Technical Bulletin (Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding): Wiper blade inspection guidelines for wear and tear, outside influence and factory defect.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · VISIBILITY/WIPER.
Source record 10156194 at NHTSAV501205 2014370
NHTSA communication ID: 10157655
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · STRUCTURE.
Source record 10157655 at NHTSAV501205 2014370
NHTSA communication ID: 10156059
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10156059 at NHTSAV551203 2021354
NHTSA communication ID: 10157656
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · STRUCTURE.
Source record 10157656 at NHTSAV551203 2021354
NHTSA communication ID: 10156060
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10156060 at NHTSAReference Guide
NHTSA communication ID: 10157732
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates: This document informs of various complaints that were addressed in software updates, and technical bulletins.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10157732 at NHTSAReference Guide
NHTSA communication ID: 10156127
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates: This document informs of various complaints that were addressed in software updates, and technical bulletins.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10156127 at NHTSATB-15-12-01
NHTSA communication ID: 10045560
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
VOLKSWAGEN: ALL MODELS EXPERIENCE THE TIMING CHAIN SLIPPING, RATTLING NOISES OF THE ENGINE AFTER STARTING, AND ENGINE FAILS TO START. 2008-13 ALL MODELS. *PE
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10045560 at NHTSA921301
NHTSA communication ID: 10253204
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Customer States Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear
Source components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER.
Source record 10253204 at NHTSATB-01-12-04
NHTSA communication ID: 10043602
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
VOLKSWAGEN: GASOLINE ENGINES HAVE ROUGH IDLE, HAVE SIGNIFICANT LOSS OF POWER OR STALLING WITH REDUCED PERFORMANCE. *PE
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.
Source record 10043602 at NHTSATB-15-11-04
NHTSA communication ID: 10043276
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
VOLKSWAGEN: CERTAIN MODEL YEAR VEHICLES ARE EXPERIENCING ENGINE NOT STARTING, MAKING A RATTLING NOISE WHEN ENGINE HAS STARTED, TIMING CHAIN KEEPS SLIPPING AND EXHAUST LIGHT COMES ON. *PE
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.
Source record 10043276 at NHTSATB-35-11-01
NHTSA communication ID: 10041250
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
VOLKSWAGEN: THE GEAR BOX HAS A MOMENTARILY DELAY WHILE ACCELERATING. *RM
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
Source record 10041250 at NHTSASB-69-11-01
NHTSA communication ID: 10038665
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
VOLKSWAGEN: AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON WITH AN INTERNAL TROUBLE CODE STORED. THIS COULD BE A WIRING PROBLEM. *RM
Source components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE.
Source record 10038665 at NHTSA941401
NHTSA communication ID: 10253213
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS · UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 10253213 at NHTSA941401
NHTSA communication ID: 10239590
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Source record 10239590 at NHTSASB-10-11-01
NHTSA communication ID: 10038655
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
VOLKSWAGEN: MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON AND THERE IS NOISE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING ROUGH. MULTIPLE TROUBLE CODES POSSIBLY STORED. ALL MODELS 2008-2012. *RM
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.
Source record 10038655 at NHTSATB-00-10-06
NHTSA communication ID: 10036493
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
VOLKSWAGEN: CHILD RESTRAINT LATCH GUIDANCE FIXTURE; COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 225 (USA ONLY). UPDATE TO EXISTING TECHNICAL BULLETIN. NO PRODUCTION CHANGE REQUIRED. ALL MODELS. *PE
Source components: CHILD SEAT:LATCH CONNECTOR/CLIP.
Source record 10036493 at NHTSATB-94-10-02
NHTSA communication ID: 10036467
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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 FLUCTUATIONS. GOLF & WAGON GTI, NEW BEETLE & CONVERTIBLE, EOS, JETTA & WAGON & SPORTWAGON, RABBIT, R32, TIGUAN. *PE
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS.
Source record 10036467 at NHTSATB-09-10-02
NHTSA communication ID: 10035204
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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 CURRENT CONSUMPTION, WHICH AMPLIFIES THIS EFFECT. THE LOAD CONDITION OF THE VEHICLE BATTERY CAN ALSO INFLUENCE THIS EFFECT. MODELS GOLF, GTI, NEW BEETLE & CONVERTIBLE, EOS, JETTA, WAGON, SPORTWAGEN, RABBIT, R32, GOLF WAGON, TIGUAN. *PE
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS.
Source record 10035204 at NHTSATB-97-10-07
NHTSA communication ID: 10035104
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
VOLKSWAGEN: GFF TEST PLAN, GROUND CONNECTION VERIFICATION. NEW GFF FUNCTION TEST FOR ENGINE WILL NOT START OR INTERMITTENTLY DOES NOT START CONDITIONS. ENGINE GROUNDS MAY NOT BE SECURE. MODELS NEW BEETLE, CONVERTIBLE, JETTA, WAGON AND SPORTWAGEN. MODEL YEARS 2005-2010. *PE
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.
Source record 10035104 at NHTSACSC-37E6/S8
NHTSA communication ID: 10036970
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
VOLKSWAGEN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. IN SOME VEHICLES IT IS POSSIBLE THAT A BUSHING INSIDE THE MECHATRONIC UNIT HAS THE POTENTIAL TO WEAR OUT PREMATURELY, CAUSING THE CLUTCHES INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION TO OPERATE LESS SMOOTHLY THAN BEFORE. THE DRIVER WILL BEGIN TO NOTICE CHANGES IN THE WAY THE VEHICLE FEELS AS THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS (JERKING). THIS CHANGE CAN BECOME VERY PRONOUNCED, THE VEHICLE REMAINS SAFE TO DRIVE. *PE
Source components: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY.
Source record 10036970 at NHTSATT910920
NHTSA communication ID: 10237716
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
The streaming music feature on vehicles equipped with factory or dealer installed Bluetooth will be available only in certain instances. The vehicle must be equipped with the RCD 310 or RCD 510 (Premium 8) radios or the RNS 510 or RNS 315 navigation systems. The Bluetooth system must be either the UHV low (9W2), UHV?NAR (9W7 or 9ZR) factory installed systems or the Volk ? L dealer installed system.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10237716 at NHTSATB-90-08-06
NHTSA communication ID: 10027686
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
VOLKSWAGEN: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, LIGHTS FLICKER INTERMITTENLY WHEN WINDSHIELD WIPERS ARE IN USE. MODELS NEW BEETLE AND NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLES; MODEL YEARS 2007 AND 2008. *PE
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER.
Source record 10027686 at NHTSA2015831
NHTSA communication ID: 10026848
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM · STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS.
Source record 10026848 at NHTSA01 08 07
NHTSA communication ID: 10024403
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
AIRBAG MONITORING LIGHT ON, PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM, DTC 02511 014 STORED IN MEMORY. *NJ
Source components: AIR BAGS.
Source record 10024403 at NHTSATT870796
NHTSA communication ID: 10212720
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Pollen Filter Removal.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN.
Source record 10212720 at NHTSA