When was the last time you updated your Volkswagen vehicle’s navigation system? If it’s been more than a year, then your maps are quickly becoming outdated. See below for steps on how to keep your software current.
Full-service option
While you may have the option to manually update the navigation software in your vehicle, we encourage you to schedule an appointment with your local Volkswagen dealership. Our trained VW Technicians have the skills and knowledge to ensure this important process is performed correctly and efficiently.
In addition to updating your navigation maps, your local VW dealership is available for your other maintenance needs, whatever they may be. Make a Genuine Volkswagen Service appointment today and have our trained VW Techs treat your oil, brakes, battery, transmission, and more.
Owners of Model Year 2021 and newer VW vehicles:
The map updates and instructions herein apply to MY21 and newer Volkswagen vehicles except for Passat, and early production MY21 Atlas (with USB-A front ports). Late production MY21 Atlas with MIB3 (with USB-C front ports) is eligible for the map updates provided in this section. Owners of MY21 and newer ID.4 vehicles are also eligible for the updates below. Map updates are provided by a 3rd party. Volkswagen is not responsible for navigation information accuracy.
Map Installation Instructions:
For the following model vehicles, map updates must be done in the dealership.
Golf family 2015-2020
Jetta family 2016-2020
Beetle 2016-2019
Passat 2016 - 2022
Tiguan 2016 - 2020
Arteon 2019 – 2020
Atlas 2018 - 2021
Atlas Cross Sport 2020
Touareg 2011-2016
Owners of older model vehicles:
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Or stop by your local Volkswagen dealership if you require additional assistance with your map update.
The Volkswagen navigation system depends upon signals from the worldwide Global Positioning Satellite network. The vehicle’s electrical system, and existing wireless and satellite technologies, must be available and operating properly for the system to function. The system is designed to provide you with suggested routes to addresses, destinations, and other points of interest. Changes in street names, construction zones, traffic flow, points of interest, or other road system changes are beyond the control of Volkswagen of America, Inc. Complete detailed mapping of lanes, roads, streets, toll roads, highways, etc., is not possible; therefore, you may encounter discrepancies between the mapping and your actual location. Please rely on your individual judgment in determining whether or not to follow a suggested navigation route. Periodically, the mapping is updated and a new DVD will be required in order to maintain the latest navigation information available to us. These will be available for purchase from time to time at additional cost. Consult your dealer or call 1-800-DRIVE-VW for details.
