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Complaint Information: Recalls, Service Bulletins, OBD II Codes

NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 128716 [USA]: An improperly folded and assembled air bag may not deploy as intended, increasing risk of injury.
    Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2019-2020 230i, 230i xdrive, m240i, m240i xdrive, m2 competition coupe, 430i, 430i xdrive, 440i, 440i xdrive, m4, and 2019 330i xdrive sportswagon vehicles. The driver and passenger knee air bag assemblies may have been improperly folded and assembled.
    bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the knee air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began july 8, 2019. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
    owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Safercar.Gov.

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • B120721 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Check control message (ccm) indicates: (id 213): stop, exercising due care. Voltage supply the service engine soon light is on with the following dme fault code: 21b209 - starter alternator / belt for 48v system (osa_riemen_riss): belt b
  • B610321 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Situation bmw ag is conducting a voluntary emissions recall (effective april 23, 2021) on a certain model year 2020 - 2021 bmw vehicles that were produced between august 13, 2019 and december 11, 2020. Do not deliver to a customer, a new
  • B640422 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: An interference noise (groaning noise) can be heard from within the heating and air-conditioning unit in thecenter of the instrument panel. The groaning noise always occurs when either a ventilation flap, air stratification flap or the rec
  • B510819 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
  • B610524 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The central information display goes black intermittently due to resets of the head unit (hu-h3). Faultb7f8f9 ??A???A???A???A???A???A? ??A???A???A???A???A???A?Hu-h: reset??A???A???A???A???A???A? Will be stored in the hu-h3.
  • B611305 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho
  • B521723 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customer states one of the front seats is inoperative. The seat heater and power supply are inoperative. During the vehicle test, the seat module does not respond. The power supply fuse for the seat module isfound to have blown.
  • B360121 - STEERING: At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees f) and slow driving speeds (i.E. When parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned. This can be felt (jerking)/ heard via an acoustic ackno
  • B513218 - STRUCTURE: The paint finish on the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal.
  • B011423 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Pressure control valve (pcv) extended ltd wty 15 years/150,000 miles
  • B511823 - STRUCTURE: A groaning noise is heard from the trunk when driving on rough roads.
  • B652823 - EQUIPMENT: Customers may be experiencing one or more of these following issues with bluetooth operation: bluetooth cannot be switched on or off in the head unit (hu-h4) paired mobile devices cannot be deleted customer is unable to make phone calls
  • B520121 - SEATS: ?The front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted.
  • B651523 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: After programming the head unit (hu-h2), activating the fsc (german word freischaltcode) enabling codes repeatedly fails.
  • B514616 - STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE: Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
  • B840822 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The 3g network in the us has been shut down. This means that only the 4g network will be available. In the 4g network, voice calls will be transferred via the voice over lte (volte) function. For this purpose, the sim card must perform an i
  • B630917 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Exterior rear lights do not work.
  • B122519 - POWER TRAIN: After an automatic engine start (msa start), the transmission intermittently goes into the park "p" or neutral "n" position without any customer influence.
  • B650414 - AIR BAGS: According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. Acsm fault code "930a60 - seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. The fault ma
  • B662419 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
  • B640422 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: An interference noise (groaning noise) can be heard from within the heating and air-conditioning unit in the center of the instrument panel.
  • B610120 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downward hand pressure is maintained.
  • SIB650922 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: The sound output intermittently drops out entirely. This can be reproduced with all audio sources as well as telephone and voice output.
  • SIB662419 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column. Note: opening, closing and starting via the bmw digital key or the digi
  • SIB611022 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Due to an incorrect terminal assignment, the compressor circuit is protected with a 30 amp fuse (slot f227). A 40 a fuse (slot f229) is required for suitable circuit protection.
  • SIB360222 - TIRES: Starting mid-may 2022, the qr code on the tite sidewalls of pirelli tires has been omitted due to patent reasons.
  • SIB651312 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The headunit high (hu-h), also called nbt, began replacing the car information computer (cic) on certain my2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map north america next. The headunit high 2 (hu-h2), also called n
  • B170121 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: The quick disconnect coupling on the cylinder head coolant vent line could break at the cylinder head. This would lead to loss of coolant from the engine.
  • B170121 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: The quick disconnect coupling on the cylinder head coolant vent line could break at the cylinder head. This would lead to loss of coolant from the engine.
  • B010722 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: Component and issue specific limited emission warranty extension. This bulletin is notice of a limited emission warranty extension. This is not a notice of a recall or service action. There is no immediate repair required unless the bmw v
  • B58N20N55S55 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Component and issue specific limited emission warranty extension. This component-specific limited emission warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship.
  • B640613 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes.
  • B610721 - STEERING: Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the vehicle,when turning the steering wheel.
  • B511314 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH: The trunk lid/hatch does not open fully when unlatched with remote or hands-free operation.
  • B840221 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Telematics unit retrofit to 4g cellular technology: the discontinuation of 3g cellular communication for combox, tcb 3g and atm 3g (telematics controlmodule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting february 2022
  • B840121 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Telematics unit deactivation due to 3g cellular technology discontinuation: the discontinuation of 3g cellular communication for combox, tcb 3g and atm 3g (telematics controlmodule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provide
  • B840221 - COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS: The discontinuation of 3g cellular communication for combox, tcb 3g and atm 3g (telematics controlmodule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting february 2022. The decision to phase out 3g network technology wa
  • B610721 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the vehicle, when turning the steering wheel.
  • B520121 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted
  • B513316 - SEATS: Water sloshing noises coming from the rear passenger compartment (left or right) while driving water ingress in the luggage compartment, or in the rear passenger compartment- rear seat bench rear passenger compartment foot well rear passeng
  • B110120 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN: On rare occasions during an engine oil service, the bmw original (genuine) engine oil filter insert is either difficult to remove or breaks apart in the oil filter housing.
  • B110321 - ENGINE (PWS): B58 engine: engine oil filter removal procedure and tools . A. For the b58 engines, a bmw oil catch special tool for use in conjunction with removing the engine oilfilter insert is now available.
  • B110321 - SEATS: B58 engine: engine oil filter removal procedure and tools . A. For the b58 engines, a bmw oil catch special tool for use in conjunction with removing the engine oilfilter insert is now available.
  • B520121 - SEATS: Seat fails to initialize due to missing end stop: front seat will not calibrate/initialize.
  • B121318 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Combustion control valve lift at idle: the vehicle will run rough or hesitate when accelerating from a stationary position.
  • B640613 - EQUIPMENT: ?A/c cooling intermittent reduction of air flow: customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes. The evaporator starts to freeze up.
  • B640613 - EQUIPMENT: ?A/c cooling intermittent reduction of air flow: customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes. The evaporator starts to freeze up.
  • B612315 - EQUIPMENT: Low washer fluid warning light is illuminated when the washer fluid tank is full: low washer fluid warning light is illuminated when the washer fluid tank is full.There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch.
  • B513218 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Paint on the b-pillar is scratched/damaged: the paint finish of the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal.
  • B650709 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Navigation system - reporting missing or incorrect roadmap data: do not replace parts and do not program the vehicle. Roads can change by up to 15% every year. To ensure the best navigation experience, we do everything in our power to creat
  • B610419 - EQUIPMENT: Vehicle does not start battery totally discharged: the customer's vehicle does not start due to a totally discharged battery.
  • B340517 - WHEELS: Ticking noise while cornering without the brakes applied: ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied, noticeable at low speeds. The vehicle must be moving.
  • B160319 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Noises from the fuel tank at idle: all vehicles except the f48 (x1): while driving slowly with low rpm or while idling a faint knocking or fluttering noise can be heard from inside the fuel tank with a low fuel level (approximately less tha
  • B610419 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Vehicle does not start battery totally discharged: the customer's vehicle does not start due to a totally discharged battery.
  • B610520 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Ccm displayed "increased battery drain" caused by controller: a yellow ccm (check control message) id 415 is displayed- "increased battery drain! // battery. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management" the resul
  • B130420 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Tank ventilation and mixture control faults stored in the dme: the engine malfunction warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in the dme. All models: fc 191c02 - fuel tank ventilation system 2nd discharge p
  • B110120 - ENGINE (PWS): B58c and b58m engines engine oil filter insert is difficult to remove - removal: on rare occasions during an engine oil service the bmw original (genuine) engine oil filter insert is either difficult to remove or breaks apart in the oil fil
  • B840214 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information: this service information bulletin (revision 7) replaces si b84 02 14 dated may 2019. Connecteddrive/bmw assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This service informatio
  • B652214 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Automated activation of navigation system during pdi/qc1: this service information bulletin (revision 2) replaces si b65 22 14 dated october 2015. The initial nav enabling code no longer needs to be pre-ordered through the parts department!
  • B610520 - ENGINE (PWS): Ccm displayed "increased battery drain" caused by controller: this service information bulletin (revision 1) replaces si b61 05 20 dated february 2020. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management" the results of
  • B513016 - AIR BAGS: Tailgate unintentionally opens: this service information bulletin (revision 4) replaces si b51 30 16 dated march 2018. Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked trunk/tailgate may open while the vehicle is in motion usually after stopp
  • B340517 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: Ticking noise while cornering without the brakes applied: this service information bulletin (revision 3) replaces si b34 05 17 dated september 2017. Ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied noticeable at
  • B121318 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL: Dme fc 21a02d - combustion control: valve lift at idle this service information bulletin (revision 3) replaces si b12 13 18 dated september 2019. The vehicle will run rough or hesitate when accelerating from a stationary position.
  • B610520 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Ccm displayed "increased battery drain" caused by controller. A yellow ccm (check control message) id 415 is displayed- "increased battery drain! // battery. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management" the resul
  • B123314 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Fault code 1d2008 stored in dme: this service information bulletin (revision 5) replaces si b12 33 14 dated february 2016. The service engine soon light is on. There may also be a complaint of low heat output with lower outside temperatures
  • B110120 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Engine oil filter insert is difficult to remove - removal: this service information bulletin (revision 1) replaces si b11 01 20 dated february 2020. On rare occasions during an engine oil service the bmw original (genuine) engine oil filter
  • B840416 - EQUIPMENT: Sos malfunction displayed this service information bulletin (revision 1) replaces si b84 04 16 dated september 2016. One or all the following may be experienced in the vehicle: an sos malfunction is seen in the kombi (aka instrument cluster
  • B120319 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Engine does not start below freezing temperatures: engine designation correction parts availability warranty. The engine will not start at temperatures below freezing. The starter does not turn and engage.

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