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Oil Maintenance Fluids Parts Torque Value Costs Recalls TSBs The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle takes 0W-20 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 4.5 quarts (filter included). Note: this vehicle has 4 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
Data last verified: May 3, 2026
Quick DIY Tips for the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Always use 0W-20 Full Synthetic as specified by Volkswagen — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
Maintenance schedule Choose interval 5,000 miles 7,500 miles 10,000 miles 15,000 miles 20,000 miles 30,000 miles 50,000 miles 60,000 miles 90,000 miles 100,000 miles Select a mileage interval above to see scheduled maintenance items.
Safety recalls4 15V705000
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jetta, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, Golf and Golf SportWagen vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the camshaft lobe that drives the brake vacuum pump may shear off, resulting in a loss of brake assist.
19V615000
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 silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in "Park."
20E064000
Tenneco Automotive (Tenneco) is recalling certain Beck/Arnley Master Cylinders, part number 072-9831, sold as aftermarket or replacement parts for 2004-2018 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle vehicles. The fluid seal crimp on the master cylinder may be insufficient, causing brake fluid to leak or the cylinder to come apart.
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Technical Service Bulletins584 All categories SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT EQUIPMENT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION STRUCTURE:BODY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR SUSPENSION SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS STRUCTURE VISIBILITY SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC SERVICE BRAKES EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL STEERING ENGINE VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES POWER TRAIN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN SEATS EXTERIOR LIGHTING POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS UNKNOWN OR OTHER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL AIR BAGS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE WHEELS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:COMPRESSOR VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES COMMUNICATION: VEHICLE TO INFRASTRUCTURE COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:COMPRESSOR:CLUTCH SEAT BELTS
TT 44-14-02 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR 2014-07-18
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.
TT 57-10-11 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2014-09-19
Tech Tips (Comfort Module (J393) or BCM (J519) Replacement): This document informs if a comfort or body control module is replaced during normal diagnosis, make sure the factory mode has been switched OFF. This can be accomplished by selecting guided function of either the J393 or J519 or control module OBD of J393 or J519 then selecting adaptation channel 99. Failure to deactivate factory mode will create a concern where the door locks will not lock and/or unlock with the switch and/or the remotes.
PDI - BEETLE TEC EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL 2013-07-17
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
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