VW Transporter TPMS Warning Won't Clear Despite Good Tires

I had a similar tire pressure warning issue with my VW Caddy 2010 gasoline model. The problem turned out to be more than just a simple tire inflation check. After multiple sensor fault warnings, the diagnostic revealed failing TPMS sensors in two wheels. The root cause was depleted sensor batteries, which are integrated into the air valve units. These sensors typically last 5-7 years before requiring replacement. While checking tire pressure with a regular pressure gauge showed normal readings, the system continued reporting errors because the sensors had stopped transmitting data. The repair involved: Full TPMS system diagnosis, Replacement of all air valve sensor units, System recalibration and fault code clearing This wasnt a serious mechanical issue, but leaving it unaddressed means losing the ability to monitor tire pressure automatically. The warning lights will persist until fixed. Consider replacing all sensors at once since the others will likely fail soon due to similar age. Make sure the repair shop has specific VW TPMS programming equipment, as some generic tools cant properly calibrate these systems.

Thanks for sharing your experience. Was actually wondering how much you ended up paying for the full sensor replacement and recalibration? My tire pressure monitoring system is giving me the same headache on my Transporter. Seems like my air valve sensors are also due for replacement after all these years. Good tip about getting it done at a shop with proper VW equipment. Has everything been working fine since the repair, or have you noticed any other sensor faults popping up?

After the repair at a specialized VW shop, the tire pressure monitoring system has worked flawlessly. The total cost came to 280€ for diagnosing and replacing the faulty TPMS sensors. This included new sensor batteries and a complete system recalibration. The flat tire warnings completely stopped after fixing the depleted sensor batteries. The air valve units are now transmitting accurate readings, and the dashboard displays correct tire pressure values. No sensor faults have appeared in the diagnostic memory since the repair. Going to a certified shop with proper VW diagnostic equipment definitely made the difference. They were able to properly program and sync the new sensors, avoiding the recurring issues I had experienced before. The tire pressure monitoring is now working as intended, giving reliable alerts only when there are actual low tire pressure situations. Money well spent considering the peace of mind from having a properly functioning TPMS system.

Thanks for the helpful advice. Finally got my Transporter fixed last week. Found a specialist shop that diagnosed the issue in under an hour. Like many suggested, my air valve sensors were completely dead. The total repair came to 295€ including: 4 new TPMS sensors, Installation, System programming, Full tire pressure check The shop had the proper VW diagnostic equipment and got everything working perfectly. No more low tire warnings on the dashboard, and the TPMS is now showing accurate readings. The peace of mind was worth the cost, especially knowing the tire pressure is being properly monitored again. Only wish I had skipped that first unsuccessful repair attempt that cost me money for no results. At least now I know to go straight to a VW specialist for any future TPMS issues.