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Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 901–963 of 963, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Nov 6, 2012–Jul 18, 2014.
Back to 2015 Volkswagen BEETLE problems & recallsThis 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.
NHTSA communication ID: 10238619
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This can be the due to the Encoder Ring being ground down on the wheel bearing hub unit, resulting in a damaged part.
Source components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING · WHEELS.
Source record 10238619 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120208
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Tech Tips (ABS/TPMS light is on due to wheel speed sensor fault as a result of the Front Wheel Bearing / Wheel Speed Sensor swapping issue): This document informs of the Damage caused from swapping the speed sensors left to right (or vice versa) during diagnosis.
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR.
Source record 10120208 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10240863
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Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10240863 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120739
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On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: MIL?on
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10120739 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10250695
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Carefree Maintenance Coverage for Interim Oil Changes for Certain 2009 ? 2015 MY Volkswagen TDI® Clean Diesel Engine Vehicles Registered in the State of Minnesota Only (US Dealers
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10250695 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10241269
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By-Pack At Delivery
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10241269 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10239233
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Because Volkswagen supports the development and use of renewable fuels (such as biodiesel fuel blends), customers with certain 2009-2015 MY Volkswagen TDI® Clean Diesel Engine vehicles registered in the State of Minnesota only will receive a communication in July 2014 regarding the use of biodiesel fuel blends in their vehicles.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10239233 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120214
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Technical Bulletin (By-Pack At Delivery): Components missing from the by-pack should be claimed in one of two ways. (Warranty or Transportation) Understanding when to claim one versus the other is very important. This document informs of the difference
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10120214 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10242368
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VW Elsa Newsletter
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER.
Source record 10242368 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10238600
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Incorrect torque converter or flywheel/flexplate installation can result in transmission damage. When installing an engine, flywheel or transmission, please follow the installation procedures outlined in ELSA. For the flywheel/flexplate, please be certain the correct shim is installed between it and the crankshaft (reference VWIQ120). When installing a torque converter, press the torque converter hub through the seal as far as the first stop. Turn the torque converter while pushing toward the transmission using light force, until the cut outs in the torque converter hub lock into the pump wheel plate. The torque converter slides in. The torque converter is installed correctly if it is easy to turn by hand and if it fits evenly in the transmission bell housing. Additionally, it should spin freely when the transmission bell housing bolts are torqued to the engine block, prior to installation of the flywheel to converter bolts (reference VWIQ121).
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10238600 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120207
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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 installation procedures outlined in ELSA. This document also contains advice on the installation of these devices
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER.
Source record 10120207 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10238026
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Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration (U.S. Only)
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.
Source record 10238026 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10238025
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Vibration or noise when braking may be due to brake disc corrosion protection which has not been completely removed by normal braking or surface rust built up during transportation.
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.
Source record 10238025 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120231
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Technical Bulletin (Vibration or Noise When Braking): Vibration or noise when braking may be due to brake disc corrosion protection which has not been completely removed by normal braking or surface rust built up during transportation. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. The fault codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available.
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES · SUSPENSION.
Source record 10120231 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120230
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Technical Bulletin (Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration): When applying brakes at highway speeds the following symptoms may occur: ? Brake pedal pulsation ? Vibration felt in vehicle body ? Steering wheel shakes For brake vibration or pulsation concerns, brake disc machining is allowed between 6 and 12 months or 6,000 and 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the warranty in service date. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. The fault codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available.
Source components: SUSPENSION.
Source record 10120230 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10241338
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Engine Oil Level
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION.
Source record 10241338 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10241268
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PDI - Vehicle Inspection, Protection Removal and Detailing
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10241268 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120238
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Technical Bulletin (Engine Oil Level): Technicians may find during PDI that the oil level is below the full mark, but still within the hash marks on the engine oil dip stick. All Volkswagen engines are filled to a specific volume before leaving the factory. This level may vary depending on the testing conditions, but will always be within the allowable specification for engine protection. This document also contains a graphic showing the difference between oil levels in the dip stick.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10120238 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120213
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Technical Bulletin (PDI - Vehicle Inspection, Protection Removal and Detailing): This document informs on the service a vehicle shouold received when it has successfully reached a dealership. ? 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
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10120213 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10240867
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Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10240867 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120133
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On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: MIL?on
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10120133 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120132
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On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: MIL?on
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10120132 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10253477
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Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program ? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL.
Source record 10253477 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10253474
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This communication contains important information and SAGA claim entry requirements for the Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program for all Model Year 2015 and newer VW models with Gasoline Engines.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10253474 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10236549
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Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program ? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL.
Source record 10236549 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10236548
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Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program ? Gasoline Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10236548 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120183
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Maintenance Information (Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program - Gasoline Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer): This communication contains important information and SAGA claim entry requirements for the Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program for all Model Year 2015 and newer VW models with Gasoline Engines.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE.
Source record 10120183 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10243072
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Maintenance Schedule For USA
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10243072 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10242410
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Maintenance Schedule For USA
Source components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 10242410 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120110
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2015 Volkswagen Beetle Maintenance Schedule For USA 2.0L TSI Engine Schedule from 10,000 miles to 120,000 miles
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10120110 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120109
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2015 Volkswagen Beetle Maintenance Schedule For USA 2.0L TDI Engine Schedule from 10,000 miles to 130,000 miles
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10120109 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120108
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2015 Volkswagen Beetle Maintenance Schedule For USA 1.8T Engine Schedule from 10,000 miles to 120,000 miles
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10120108 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10250694
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Roadside Assistance, and Carefree Maintenance
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10250694 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10239232
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VEHICLE COVERAGE SUMMARY
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10239232 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10253215
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Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS · UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 10253215 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10239592
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Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Source record 10239592 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120169
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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.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Source record 10120169 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10242484
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2.0L TDI Engine
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10242484 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10242483
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1.8L T Engine
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10242483 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10236498
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Tire Chain Information
Source components: TIRES.
Source record 10236498 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10120178
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2015 Tire Chain Information: This document informs what tires can still function with chains on them. The document also had a "TIRE CHAIN RESTRICTION DISCLOSURE LETTER"
Source components: TIRES · WHEELS.
Source record 10120178 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10124434
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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 purchased"
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10124434 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10073635
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10073635 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10240870
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Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10240870 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10124400
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On-car analysis list of Customer Complaint: MIL?on
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10124400 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10240869
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Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10240869 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10124399
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On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: MIL?on
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10124399 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10253473
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Volkswagen Care Scheduled Maintenance Interval Time or Mileage Guidelines
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10253473 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10239534
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HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
Source components: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM.
Source record 10239534 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10124340
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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 in the passenger compartment, and not be related to the A/C system. All other possible sources of the odor must be investigated before this document can be performed. This document contains the procedure for the VW method to remove musty odors
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10124340 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10122915
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This document contains the fault codes to trouble shoot MIL ON, Exhaust Flap Fault issues. The new Generation III TDI engines have an exhaust flap that is welded into the exhaust pipe assembly. If faults for the flap electronics are stored, it is not necessary to replace the complete pipe. Replacement electronics components are available.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM.
Source record 10122915 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10239533
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HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
Source components: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM.
Source record 10239533 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10124289
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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 started. Condensation is a normal characteristic in all A/C systems. If odor is noticeable continue to follow this document. Contaminants are effectively neutralized using the AIRCOMATIC? II Ultrasonic Climate System Cleaner (VAS 6189A) or AIRCOMATIC? III Ultrasonic Climate System Cleaner (VAS 6189B) and AIRCO-CLEAN? Ultrasonic HVAC Treatment (30208). All other cleaning methods are no longer permitted. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. The fault codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10124289 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10253192
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Infotainment Worksheet (U.S. Only)
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT · UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 10253192 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10241698
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Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10241698 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10213850
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Steering Wheel Off Center.
Source components: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR · WHEELS.
Source record 10213850 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10238932
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If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. If parts assistance is needed, please call 800-767-6552 to speak with a VWGoA Parts Specialist.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10238932 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10240900
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Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10240900 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10240876
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Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10240876 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10241699
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Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10241699 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10125768
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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 purchased
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10125768 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10125853
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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 purchased
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10125853 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10069844
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10069844 at NHTSA