Software Recall Required
1998-2008 Volkswagen Pointer 1.8L I4 🇦🇺
Description
A software update recall or campaign has not been performed on this module.
Symptoms
- Recall notification message
- Module software outdated
- System may operate with known bug
- Feature improvement available
Common Causes
- Outstanding software recall
- Campaign update not applied
- Module was skipped during update visit
- Replacement module needs recall software applied
Diagnostic Steps
- Check for open recalls by VIN
- Apply recall software update
- Verify correct recall calibration applied
- Complete any post-recall drive cycle
- Document recall completion
Repair Notes
Apply the outstanding software recall. Check for all open recalls by VIN.
Related Codes
Other Network Codes
- U0001High Speed CAN Communication Bus
- U0002High Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
- U0003High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
- U0004High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
- U0005High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
- U0006High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Open
- U0007High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low
- U0008High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) High
- U0009High Speed CAN Communication Bus Shorted Together
- U0010Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus
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Common Questions
What does code U3005 mean on a 1998-2008 Volkswagen Pointer?
U3005 stands for "Software Recall Required". A software update recall or campaign has not been performed on this module.
What are the symptoms of U3005 on a Volkswagen Pointer?
Common symptoms of U3005 include: Recall notification message, Module software outdated, System may operate with known bug, Feature improvement available.
What causes U3005 on a 1998-2008 Volkswagen Pointer?
Common causes of U3005 include: Outstanding software recall, Campaign update not applied, Module was skipped during update visit, Replacement module needs recall software applied.