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Complaint Information: Recalls, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins, OBD II Codes

NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 179344 [USA]: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
    Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i convertibles, 128i, 135i, and m coupes, 2007-2010 x3 30si and x3 xdrive30i, 2013-2015 x1 sdrive28i, x1 xdrive28i and x1 xdrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xdrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xdrive and m3 coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xdrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xdrive and m3, 2009-2011 335d, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xdrive, 2010-2011 x6 activehybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, m3 coupes, x5 30si, x5 xdrive30i, x5 xdrive35i, x5 48i, x5 xdrive48i, x5 xdrive50i and x5 m, 2009-2013 x5 xdrive35d and 2008-2014 x6 xdrive35i, x6 xdrive50i and x6m vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (psan) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
    bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On x5 and x6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began march 11, 2020. 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.

  • Recall 122784 [USA]: If the front universal joint fails, the front wheels would not be driven, affecting vehicle traction. additionally, continued driving of the vehicle with a broken front universal joint may damage other components. either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
    Bmw of north america, llc, (bmw) is recalling certain 2011-2013 x5 xdrive35i, x5 xdrive50i, x5 m and x5 xdrive35d vehicles, 2011-2014 x6 xdrive35i, x6 xdrive50i and x6m vehicles, and 2011 x6 activehybrid vehicles. Water and debris may enter the front driveshaft's universal joint, causing excessive wear and possibly resulting in the joint's failure.
    bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on april 18, 2017. 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.

  • Recall 93941 [USA]: Leaking power steering fluid can spray onto hot exhaust parts, increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.
    Bmw is recalling certain model year 2012 x5 vehicles equipped with a diesel engine and 2013 x5 and x6 vehicles. Due to a machining error of the steering gear surface, power steering fluid may leak.
    bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the steering gear free of charge. The safety recall began on july 20, 2012. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.
    customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

  • Recall R/2016/300 [UK]: Power steering may not perform correctly
    The electrical contact of the electronic control unit (ecu) of the electric power steering (eps) is not sufficiently robust over the service life of the vehicle. As a result the power steering support may fail possibly leading to disconcerting driving situation for the driver. Additionally in a few cases a localised thermal event cannot be excluded.
    recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the steering gear (eps).

  • Recall 2020008 [Canada]: Airbag
    Issue: this recall is for certain vehicles that had an airbag inflator replaced as a part of an earlier recall campaign. This recall provides a final repair. Long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, may eventually degrade the propellant contained in the driver-front airbag. This could cause the airbag to deploy with more force than normal. If the airbag inflator ruptures, fragments could be propelled toward vehicle occupants or cause damage to the airbag assembly, preventing its proper function. Safety risk: if the vehicle is involved in a crash requiring an airbag deployment, the airbag inflator could rupture and create a risk of injury. Corrective actions: owners will be notified by mail and instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to inspect the driver-front airbag inflator. The driver-front airbag module or inflator will be replaced as necessary. Note: the canadian climate results in the propellant degrading slowly. This recall is being conducted as a precaution to address future risk. It is expected that all airbag inflators will be replaced before their function would be affected.

  • Recall 2019018 [Canada]: Airbag
    Issue: on certain vehicles, long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, may eventually degrade the propellant contained in the passenger-front airbag. This could cause the airbag to deploy with more force than normal. If the airbag inflator ruptures, fragments could be propelled toward vehicle occupants or cause damage to the airbag assembly, preventing its proper function. Safety risk: if the vehicle is involved in a crash requiring an airbag deployment, the airbag inflator could rupture and create a risk of injury. Corrective action: owners will be notified by mail and instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have the passenger-front airbag module replaced. Note: the canadian climate results in the propellant degrading slowly. This recall is being conducted as a precaution to address future risk. It is expected that all airbag inflators will be replaced before their function would be affected.

  • Recall 2017113 [Canada]: Powertrain
    Certain vehicles may have been manufactured with defective front driveshaft universal joint seals, which could allow water and/or dirt to enter the universal joint, causing accelerated wear and/or corrosion, and resulting in vibration. If the vehicle continues to be operated in this state, the universal joint could eventually break, potentially damaging surrounding components and rendering the vehicle inoperative. This could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction : dealers will replace the front drive shaft. Note: this is an expansion of recall 2016-226.

  • Recall 2016142 [Canada]: Airbag
    On certain vehicles, the driver frontal airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. Increased pressure may cause the inflator to rupture, which could allow fragments to be propelled toward vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury. This could also damage the airbag module, which could prevent proper deployment. Failure of the airbag to fully deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant. Correction: dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator or air bag module, depending on the vehicle model.

  • Recall 2012178 [Canada]: Steering
    On certain vehicles, the steering gear was manufactured incorrectly and, as a result, a steering fluid leak could develop. Loss of power steering fluid could cause a loss of steering power assist, which may result in a crash. Also, power steering fluid leakage may contact a hot engine or exhaust component, which could cause a fire. These issues could result in property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering gear assembly.

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.

  • B510819 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
  • 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
  • B612723 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: When using the key reader to retrieve cbs information from the customer key, no current vehicle data is available, or the data does not match the maintenance schedule.
  • B653423 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customers may state that the alarm system (dwa) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicle??A?A?S equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation (folding the mirrors/blinking confirmation) i
  • B612723 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: When using the key reader to retrieve cbs information from the customer key, no current vehicle data is available, or the data does not match the maintenance schedule.
  • B522319 - SEATS: Second seat row blocking access to third seat row, program seat modules. Visible stitching on first row sport seat. Third seat row backrest bowden cable routing and length change.
  • B660523 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (adcam system) can lead to customer complaints.
  • B540421 - VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY: This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • B540421 - VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY: The front sunroof glass seal has shrunk, creating a gap which can cause wind noise or excess water entry.
  • B170222 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Coolant is leaking from under the car which is equipped with the s63 engine. A low coolant warning might also be displayed (cc message id166).
  • SIB660322 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Driver assistance reduced checked control message (ccm) appears. All or some of the system functions maybe inoperative. The following fault will be stored: 481cc6.
  • 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
  • SIB650222 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes stored in the acsm (air bag control unit): 930949 - knee airbag, driv
  • SIB640821 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees fahrenheit or more (38 f to 60 f +) without changing any climate control settings. In some cases the
  • SIB511222 - EQUIPMENT: The following lin faults for electric door sunshade may be present in the bdc fault memory. D90d81-sunblind rear driver (lin): missing lin-slave d90d84-sunblind rear passenger (lin): missing lin-slave 8049b2-sunblind rear driver (lin): line
  • SIB170222 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Coolant is leaking from under the car which is equipped with the n63 engine. A low coolant warning might also be displayed (cc message id166).
  • SIM010917 - EQUIPMENT: Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc. This service information bulletin provides information on shipping "specific" noin-deployed vehicle safety devices that are classified as dangerous goods (dg)
  • SIM010717 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: The engine?S intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?Eligible usspecification
  • SIM010617 - BRAKES (PWS): Visual inspection of brake discs/rotors for new car deliveries
  • B111614 - ENGINE (PWS): This bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the engine timing chains for wear, and should be completed in conjunction with si b11 06 14, "n63 customer care package." the n63ccp and n63 engine check the timing chain are not mandatory t
  • B650621 - EQUIPMENT: Surface rust on new air bag inflators: the technician finds that the new air bag inflator (aka: gas generator) may have surface rust on the metalhousing .
  • B011321 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Class action settlement: n54/n54t/n55 electric engine coolant pump . With the court's final approval, bmw of north america, llc (bmw na) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: oliver, et al v.
  • B011321 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Class action settlement: n54/n54t/n55 electric engine coolant pump . With the court's final approval, bmw of north america, llc (bmw na) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: oliver, et al v.
  • B510415 - VISIBILITY: The customer complains of rattling noises from the rear window when driving on rough roads.
  • B170318 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Butt connector for repairing a plug connection. The ?Top up coolant? Message is displayed in the central display (cc message id 166). When checking the cooling system there are no leaks found and the expansion tank is filled to the proper l
  • B130720 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Incorrect torque specification for the high-pressure pump in ista: the current version of ista states the incorrect tightening torque for the high-pressure pump m6 mounting bolts to the cylinder head cover. The correct tightening torque is
  • B310112 - SUSPENSION: Cracking noises from the frontaxle area while turning the wheels, when station: cracking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.G., parking lot maneuvers) or when turning the steering wheel while statio
  • B110208 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Power reduction fC2A82 intake vanos and/or fc2 a87 exhaust vanos camshaft fault: the "service engine soon" (mil) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for some time with the engi
  • B110919 - ENGINE (PWS): N55 engine: fc 28a0 or 101f01 throttle valve opening angle. The engine malfunction warning is illuminated and one of the following fault codes are stored in the dme shortly after programming the vehicle or with a customer complaint.
  • B012118 - ENGINE (PWS): N63 engine: oil consumption class action settlement diagnosis and repair procedures. While engine oil consumption may create a customer inconvenience in the short term it should not cause any drivability problems that would prevent normal d
  • 651512 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Service action: cic - install navigation road map database 2013. Before delivering affected vehicles to the customer, the car information computer (cic) road map database 2013 must be installed onto the cic internal hard disc drive (hdd).
  • 613312 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: "erroneous cc message "remote control! Do not switch off the engine" is displayed. An erroneous cc message, "remote control!" " do not switch off the engine" is displayed in the central information display (cid). The engine can still be sta
  • 110712 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: N63 engine: oil consumption and/or rough running complaints. The vehicle may consume engine oil above the permissible specification, and may run rough at times. White or blue smoke may also be seen exiting the exhaust system. Cause the cons
  • 513608 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR: "outside door mirror moves when locking or unlocking the vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory
  • 121712 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): N52t / n55 with 8hp45: delay in engine response. A customer may complain of a delay in engine response after decelerating at low road speeds and then reaccelerating. This can occur when the transmission remains in a high gear due to a delay
  • 121412 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: N55 engine: various faults stored in dme related to vanos and camshaft position. A rattling noise can be heard from the engine compartment; the engine has a loss of power; and the service engine soon lamp is illuminated. One or more of the
  • B013118 - AIR BAGS: Takata air bag recall-related short-term alternate transportation and consequential repairs this service information bulletin supersedes si b01 31 18 dated october 2018.
  • B013118 - AIR BAGS: Takata air bag recall-related short-term alternate transportation and consequential repairs this service information bulletin supersedes si b01 31 18 dated october 2018.
  • B080119 - AIR BAGS: In an effort to improve the completion rate on takata air bag recall affected vehicles; bmw na has expanded the bmw ultimate rewards platform to include a new recall support page. This page will allow irfs to check their customers vins for
  • B011618 - AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE: Takata class action settlement. Customer support program. Front driver side airbag modules.
  • B110614 - EQUIPMENT: "this bulletin outlines the customer care package program that has been designed exclusively for bmw vehicles with the n63 engine. Vehicles with the n63 high performance engine are engineered with efficientdynamics that provides fuel econom
  • B270315 - POWER TRAIN: Vibration or shudder from driveline when accelerating from a stop. Chassis stabilization warning is displayed. Vehicle may exhibit a shudder or vibration when taking off from a stop. One or more of the following fault codes may be stored: l
  • B111715 - ENGINE (PWS): "n63 and s63 engine: upper oil pan removal and installation procedures. Information when removing and/or installing the n63 or s63 engine ""upper"" oil pan assembly, the oil pan can sustain damage if this operation is not performed correctl
  • B011515 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT: "front propeller (drive) shaft: limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles. Information for the above-referenced vehicles, bmw of north america, llc (""bmw na"") is extending the limited warranty for the: ? Front propeller (drive)
  • B621016 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Headup display does not show full street names. Information design of the hud has limited display area. (it can only show a certain number of text characters). Note: parts replacement or programming the vehicle will not recitify the situati
  • B613014 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: "bmw maintenance program: 12-volt battery replacement measure. Information this bulletin outlines a customer satisfaction measure that has been designed exclusively for the bmw vehicles listed above. It involves the replacement of the 12-vo
  • B840314 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Bluetooth connection failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: apple iphones samsung s6 and the s6 edge. Connectivity failure examples are: call disconnection - call is transferred back to the handset. In
  • B111715 - ENGINE (PWS): "n63, n63tu and n63r engines: upper oil pan removal and installation repair instructions this service information bulletin supersedes si b11 17 15 dated august 2015.. Information when removing and/or installing the engine upper oil pan asse
  • B110916 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:BELL HOUSING: N63, n63tu, s63 and s63tu engines: oil leak from the rear of the engine and transmission bell housing. Customer complains that engine oil is leaking from the center of the vehicle. When verified, the engine oil residue can be seen leaking f
  • B110815 - ENGINE (PWS): N63 and s63 engine: valve seal replacement this service information bulletin and attachment supersedes si b11 08 15 dated march 2016. Refer to the following applicable sibs before replacing the valve seals. Si b11 07 11 - turbocharger failu
  • B121116 - EQUIPMENT: Ista/p cannot program an e-series n55 replacement dme. Ista/p fails when attempting to program a replacement dme (mevd172) on bn2000 e-series vehicles with the continental hpp. Part number: 12 14 8 618 483. Dme logistic error between the re
  • B110815 - EQUIPMENT: This service information bulletin and attachment supersedes si b11 08 15 dated november 2015. Subject n63 and s63 engine: valve seal replacement. Refer to the following applicable sibs before replacing the valve seals. Si b11 07 11 - turboc
  • B110516 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: "the crankcase ventilation connection line may deteriorate prematurely causing any of the following: vacuum leak various fault codes related to mixture control stored in the dme customer complaints about rough idle speed check engine light
  • B110815 - EQUIPMENT: This service information bulletin and attachment supersedes si b11 08 15 dated november 2015. Subject n63 and s63 engine: valve seal replacement. Refer to the following applicable sibs before replacing the valve seals. B11 07 11 - turbochar
  • B840314 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Si b84 03 14 february 2016 communication systems technical service this service information bulletin supersedes si b84 03 14 dated october 2014. Subject bluetooth connection failures. There are various connectivity failures with the followi
  • B650216 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Subject audio system speaker testing. For audio system speaker testing there is a ned (non electrical diagnosis) test plan available. Cause we previously recommended use of the audio test cd (atc) from bmw. This cd has been discontinued.
  • B130315 - EQUIPMENT: Si b13 03 15 february 2016 fuel systems technical service this service information bulletin supersedes si b13 03 15 dated march 2015 and replaces si b13 04 13 dated march 2014. Subject n20, n26, n55, n63tu, s63tu and s55 engines: bosch inje
  • B111614 - ENGINE (PWS): "this service information bulletin and attachment supersedes si b11 16 14 dated may 2015. Designates changes to this revision subject n63 engine: check the timing chain. Information this bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the engi
  • B070314 - ENGINE (PWS): This service information bulletin supersedes si b07 03 14 dated october 2015. Diagnosing stored fault codes to help avoid repeat repair visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair
  • B650709 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Whistling noise coming from the center vent - a/c is off . A very high pitched whistling or beeping noise is heard coming from the center vents. The flow of refrigerant through the expansion valve at certain temperature differentials.
  • B613014 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Si b61 30 14. January 2016. General electrical systems technical service this service information bulletin supersedes si b61 30 14 dated december 2015. Designates changes to this revision subject bmw maintenance program: 12-volt battery r
  • B130815 - ENGINE (PWS): The high-pressure injectors may fail, resulting in an engine malfunction warning and reduced engine output.
  • 652212 - EQUIPMENT: Service action: cic - install navigation road map database 2013. The car information computer (cic) road map database 2013 must be installed onto the cic internal hard disc drive (hdd).
  • 650110 - EQUIPMENT: "ccc - ""please insert navigation dvd"" appears on cid. The navigation map dvd cannot be read or detected. The message ""please insert navigation dvd"" appears in the cid (central information display). The navigation system is inoperative.
  • 160712 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY: Service action: replace the left and right fuel level sensor. After refueling, the fuel gauge will display an incorrect fuel level. When this occurs, the fuel gauge shows the fuel level as 3/4 full. Cause due to a high proportion of ethanol
  • 651512 - EQUIPMENT: "service action: cic - install navigation road map database 2013. Before delivering affected vehicles to the customer, the car information computer (cic) road map database 2013 must be installed onto the cic internal hard disc drive (hdd).
  • 611305 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: "discharged battery: energy diagnosis must be performed. 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 d
  • 511712 - STRUCTURE: Service action: install door sill trim strips. The door sill trim strips were not installed.
  • 310112 - POWER TRAIN: Clicking noise from front axle. Clicking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.G., parking lot maneuvers). Cause movement between the contact surfaces of the wheel bearing and swivel bearing (knuckle)
  • 160712 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY: Service action: replace the left and right fuel level sensor. After refueling, the fuel gauge will display an incorrect fuel level. When this occurs, the fuel gauge shows the fuel level as 3/4 full. Cause due to a high proportion of ethanol
  • 130612 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: "n63 and n74 engine: ista/d 2.33 diagnostic error in the low-pressure fuel supply sensor value. Information when diagnosing the low-pressure fuel supply sensor with one of the following test plans and ista/d 2.33, an error will be encounter
  • 130712 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: N63 and s63 engine: high-pressure fuel injector replacement procedures. The customer complains that one of the following scenarios has been encountered while operating the vehicle: * during a cold start in the morning, the engine runs very
  • 110713 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: N63t engine: new test plan to check engine oil level with ista/d 3.39.21. Information with the release of ista/d 3.39.21, a new test plan is available for checking the engine oil level in some vehicles with the n63t engine. The test plan wi
  • 541208 - VISIBILITY: Water leak from the front of the sunroof. During extended periods of heavy rain, water may enter the vehicle from the area around the front of the sunroof cassette, the roof control panel (fzd), the map lights, or the a-pillars. The custome
  • 513608 - VISIBILITY: "outside door mirror moves when locking or unlocking the vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory
  • 511213 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR: Grating noise from side window defroster vent. The customer may notice a grating or creaking noise coming from the instrument panel at the extreme left or right side. It is only heard when the vehicle is in motion. Cause the side window def
  • 340713 - BRAKES (PWS): Brake fluid maintenance service: 36-month interval. The cbs displays the first brake fluid service as a 36-month interval from the date of production instead of the appropriate 24-month interval.
  • 310112 - SUSPENSION: Clicking noise from front axle. Clicking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.G., parking lot maneuvers). Cause movement between the contact surfaces of the wheel bearing and swivel bearing (knuckle)
  • 513608 - STRUCTURE: "outside door mirror moves when locking or unlocking the vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory
  • 121713 - ENGINE (PWS): N55: engine difficult to start at cold ambient temperatures. The complaint may include any of the following symptoms: * the engine stalls immediately after a cold start before driving away * the engine may run roughly or misfire after a col
  • 651009 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): The vehicle position is missing or incorrect on the navigation map. The navigation system integrated in the car information computer (cic) is not calibrated correctly.
  • 610813 - VISIBILITY: Front or rear windshield wipers fail to operate. Information the following troubleshooting hints are based on known areas that can cause the situations described above to occur. 1. Front windshield wiper failure: perform the following check
  • 610513 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The vehicle does not start. Cause software error in the cas (car access system).
  • 610512 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Battery discharged because of unfavorable driving profile. In certain situations, the battery may become discharged when the vehicle is driven frequently on short trips (less than 3 miles per trip), or when the telephone or entertainment sy
  • 320210 - SUSPENSION: "squeaking noises from steering wheel while turning. There is a squeaking noise from the steering column when the steering wheel is turned. The rubber boot on the steering column is not positioned correctly or lacks sufficient grease for t
  • 240113 - POWER TRAIN: Oil leak from transfer case. Oil is leaking from the transmission area, or oil seepage is noticed from the transmission/transfer case area during a service. Cause the leak can be misdiagnosed as a transmission fluid leak from either the mec
  • 130712 - ENGINE (PWS): N63 and s63 engine: high-pressure fuel injector replacement procedures. The customer complains that one of the following scenarios has been encountered while operating the vehicle: * during a cold start in the morning, the engine runs very
  • 130213 - FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (PWS): N54 engine: fuel pressure control test plan error. Information not applicable.
  • 121611 - ENGINE (PWS): N55 engine failsafe - fc 120308 boost pressure control, plausibility: pressure too low stored in dme fault memory. Information the customer complains the ses is illuminated and the engine has reduced power (engine failsafe mode).
  • 320313 - SUSPENSION: Steering column automatic adjustment is inoperative. The steering column automatic adjustment, when leaving and entering the vehicle, is inoperative. The steering column manual adjustment works properly. Cause cas (car access system) error:
  • 121712 - ENGINE (PWS): A customer may complain of a delay in engine response after decelerating at low road speeds and then reaccelerating. This can occur when the transmission remains in a high gear due to a delay in the transmission downshifting. This situation
  • 010212 - ENGINE (PWS): "bmw na has agreed to extend the emissions warranties of the turbocharger's wastegate to: ??8 years or 82,000 miles, whichever occurs first, as determined from the vehicle's original in-service date select the ""vehicle comment"" button to
  • B840214 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: ?Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information. Connecteddrive/bmw assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This service information bulletin is being published because vehicles are down for an extended period of t
  • 340713 - BRAKES (PWS): Brake fluid maintenance service: 36-month interval. The coding in these vehicles has the cbs displaying the first brake fluid service as a 36-month interval from the date of production, instead of the appropriate 24-month interval.
  • 120412 - ENGINE (PWS): N55: idle fluctuates briefly after a cold engine start. Under certain engine cold starts, the engine idle may fluctuate during the first 10-20 seconds of operation before becoming stable. No faults will be stored in this situation, which wi
  • B111117 - ENGINE (PWS): ?Engine leak diagnosis on turbocharged v8 engines. When diagnosing an engine oil leak or a coolant leak on turbocharged v8 engines it is necessary to use a borescope to identify if the source of the leak is from under the turbochargers. En
  • B110815 - ENGINE (PWS): N63 and s63 engine: valve seal replacement. Refer to the following applicable sibs before replacing the valve seals. * b11 07 11 - turbocharger failure: oil supply and return line blockage and proper repair * b11 07 12 - n63 engine: oil con
  • 520313 - SEATS: Rattle noise from rear seat backrest. A rattle noise can be heard from the rear seat area when the vehicle is driven. Cause the left and right rear seat backrest locks have insufficient lubrication.
  • 340612 - AIR BAGS: Dsc warning light is on. The warning lamps for dsc, abs and brake warning are illuminated. There may also be a warning in the control display for 'chassis control system failure' one or more of the following fault codes are stored: f25, f30
  • 270212 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: "the warning lamps for dsc, abs and brake warning are illuminated. There may also be a warning in the control display for ""chassis control system failure."" one or more of the following fault codes are stored: dsc: * d36d44 - signal error
  • 240313 - ENGINE (PWS): N52t/n55 with 8hp45: delay in engine response. When slowing down to lower suburban road speeds and then accelerating, a delay in engine response may be experienced. This situation may be more noticeable when driving in a bend in the road or
  • 130712 - ENGINE (PWS): N63 and s63 engine: high-pressure fuel injector replacement procedures. The customer complains that one of the following scenarios has been encountered while operating the vehicle: * during a cold start in the morning, the engine runs very
  • 130409 - ENGINE (PWS): "n54 engine: diagnosis of cold start rough running with misfire faults. The customer may complain that during the cold start in the morning, the engine runs very roughly and the service engine soon lamp is illuminated. Various misfire fault
  • 120813 - ENGINE (PWS): "service action: program control units (auto hold response). Based on the accelerator pedal request, the engine's response may not be fulfilled on hills if the ""auto hold"" function is activated. Cause dme software error"
  • B110113 - ENGINE (PWS): N63 and n63t engine: engine oil consumption, engine oil top-ups and refill capacity. Customers with one of the vehicles above may complain that the engine's oil consumption is "too high," resulting in engine oil top-ups and workshop visits
  • B011718 - AIR BAGS: For the above-referenced vehicles with passenger?S side airbag modules, bmw of north america, llc (?Bmw na?) will provide a customer support program as outlined in the takata settlement customer support program overview attachment. This ?Co
  • B011618 - AIR BAGS: For the above-referenced vehicles with driver?S side airbag modules, bmw of north america, llc (?Bmw na?) will provide a customer support program as outlined in the takata settlement customer support program overview attachment. This ?Comp
  • 513608 - VISIBILITY: "outside door mirror moves when locking or unlocking the vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory
  • 350113 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Incorrect accelerator pedal module. During vehicle production, certain x5 and x6 models may have been produced with an accelerator pedal module that does not have the stainless steel trim.
  • 8403014 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Iphone: connection failures with ios 7. There are various connectivity failures with the iphone using ios 7. Some examples are listed below: z call disconnection z contact list incomplete z general connection failures apple software ios 7 a
  • 120912 - STEERING: Intermittently, the engine idle speed may fluctuate up and down or cut off under any of the following circumstances, without any relevant faults stored in the dme memory: * while driving off throttle (coasting) and braking at speeds below a
  • 110113 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Mservice action: replace the coolant pump. Coolant is leaking from the coolant pump. Cause the coolant pump may develop cracks in the plastic housing. These cracks may result in a coolant leak.
  • 130712 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM: N63 and s63 engine: high-pressure fuel injector replacement procedures. The customer complains that one of the following scenarios has been encountered while operating the vehicle: * during a cold start in the morning, the engine runs very
  • 070314 - EQUIPMENT: Diagnosing stored fault codes to help avoid repeat repair visits. Analysis of fasta data and repeat repair visit reports indicates that there are many fault codes that are stored in the above vehicles, but they are not diagnosed to identify
  • 610314 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Check control messages related to battery charge during cold ambient temperatures. On cold days with an outside ambient temperature of less than 15f, customers may notice a check control message related to the battery that is displayed on t
  • 360211 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Tire pressure monitor system (tpms) functional changes. Information there has been a disruption in the production and supply chain of certain electronic components. These events have influenced global manufacturing facilities, including the
  • 130712 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS: N63 and s63 engine: high-pressure fuel injector replacement procedures. The customer complains that one of the following scenarios has been encountered while operating the vehicle: * during a cold start in the morning, the engine runs very
  • 650514 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Traffic information is inoperative. The traffic information is intermittently or permanently inoperative. * traffic flow is not displayed on the navigation map. * the traffic list is empty. 1. The offboard availability (backend) system is
  • 610314 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Check control messages related to battery charge during cold ambient temperatures. On cold days with an outside ambient temperature of less than 15f, customers may notice a check control message related to the battery that is displayed on t
  • 260114 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT: Service action: inspect front driveshaft. The universal joints in the front driveshaft may wear out prematurely.
  • 240313 - ENGINE (PWS): A customer may complain of a delay in engine response after decelerating at low road speeds and then reaccelerating. This can occur when the transmission remains in a high gear due to a delay in the transmission downshifting. This situation
  • 130712 - ENGINE (PWS): N63 and s63 engine: high-pressure fuel injector replacement procedures. The customer complains that one of the following scenarios has been encountered while operating the vehicle: * during a cold start in the morning, the engine runs very
  • 121712 - ENGINE (PWS): N52t / n55 with 8hp45: delay in engine response. A customer may complain of a delay in engine response after decelerating at low road speeds and then reaccelerating. This can occur when the transmission remains in a high gear due to a delay
  • 260114 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT: Service action: inspect front driveshaft. The universal joints in the front driveshaft may wear out prematurely.
  • 840412 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Iphone 6, 6 plus, 5, 5s, 5c, 4s, 4, and 3gs with ios 8.X information. Information there is one major difference in functionality since ios 8.0 was released. Scenario: z the customer leaves the vehicle and turns his or her phone off. Z he or
  • 613014 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Bmw maintenance program: 12-volt battery replacement measure.
  • 130712 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: N63 and s63 engine: high-pressure fuel injector replacement procedures. The customer complains that one of the following scenarios has been encountered while operating the vehicle: ? During a cold start in the morning, the engine runs very
  • 111614 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: N63 engine: check the timing chain. Information this bulletin outlines the procedure to check the engine timing chains for wear and should be completed in conjunction with si b11 06 14 "n63 customer care package". Performing the test plans
  • 110614 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Information this bulletin outlines the customer care package program that has been designed exclusively for bmw vehicles with the n63 engine. Vehicles with the n63 high performance engine are engineered with efficientdynamics that provides
  • 840214 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information. Connecteddrive/bmw assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This service information bulletin is being published because vehicles are down for an extended period of tim
  • 610314 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Check control messages related to battery charge during cold ambient temperatures. On cold days with an outside ambient temperature of less than 15f, customers may notice a check control message related to the battery that is displayed on
  • 840314 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Iphone: connection failures with ios 7. There are various connectivity failures with the iphone using ios 7. Some examples are listed below: * call disconnection * contact list incomplete * general connection failures cause apple software i
  • 010414 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: External engine oil leaks and repairs. During the vehicle's operational life, normal engine oil seepage or sweating, in addition to accumulated road dust, dirt and grime in the engine compartment can cause the appearance of a more severe oi
  • 611714 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: "intelligent battery sensor diagnosis hints. The vehicle enters the workshop with one or more of the following complaints: * check control message related to battery discharge * no-start condition * consumer power reduction (reduced blower
  • 840114 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Connecteddrive/bmw assist system information and availability. Connecteddrive features are partially or completely inoperative. Examples of some of these features are listed below: * bmw assist inoperative ? Sos call ? Roadside assistance c
  • 653009 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Enabling code fsc/swt - enabling the navigation system map at qc1. The navigation system is inoperative unless the map is enabled during the qc1 pre-delivery check. Information new vehicles come equipped with a navigation road map that must
  • 652513 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: "connecteddrive/bmw assist features are inoperative. Connecteddrive features are partially or completely inoperative. * no traffic information (rtti / artti) * bmw assist ""my info"" service doesn't work. Cause the electronic subscriber agr
  • 630414 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Delay in automatic driving light switching on/off. When driving out of a tunnel or exiting underground parking, the automatic driving light remains switched on for two minutes, even in daylight. The automatic driving light switching on/off
  • B613014 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: "?Si b61 30 14december 2015 general electrical systemstechnical service this service information bulletin supersedes si b61 30 14 dated july 2015. Designates changes to this revision subject bmw maintenance program: 12-volt battery replacem
  • B110815 - ENGINE (PWS): N63 engine: valve seal replacement. Refer to the following applicable sibs before replacing the valve seals. ? B11 07 11 - turbocharger failure: oil supply and return line blockage and proper repairs ? B11 07 12 - n63 engine: oil consumptio
  • B110815 - ENGINE (PWS): ?N63 engine: valve seal replacement. Refer to the following applicable sibs before replacing the valve seals. B11 07 11 - turbocharger failure: oil supply and return line blockage and proper repairs b11 07 12 - n63 engine: oil consumption a
  • B070314 - EQUIPMENT: This service information bulletin supersedes si b07 03 14 dated may 2015. Designates changes to this revision subject diagnosing stored fault codes to help avoid repeat repair visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not be
  • B650215 - EQUIPMENT: Idrive controller trim peeling. The chrome ring on the idrive controller is peeling. Poor chrome material adhesion.
  • B613014 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: "bmw maintenance program: 12-volt battery replacement measure. Information this bulletin outlines a customer satisfaction measure that has been designed exclusively for the bmw vehicles listed above. It involves the replacement of the 12-vo
  • B260114 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT: Driveshaft technical service. This service information bulletin supersedes si b26 01 14 dated august 2014. Perform the procedure outlined in this service information on all affected vehicles before customer delivery or the next time they ar
  • B121015 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: "si b12 10 15 engine electrical systems march 2015 technical service this service information bulletin supersedes si b12 10 15 dated january 2015. Designates changes to this revision subject n63: cbs oil service conversion in ista/p. The cb
  • B111614 - ENGINE (PWS): "this bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the engine timing chains for wear, and should be completed in conjunction with si b11 06 14, ""n63 customer care package."" the n63ccp and n63 engine check the timing chain are not mandator
  • B110715 - ENGINE (PWS): "n63: quality control monitoring after ccp. Information if the vehicle exhibits any of the above drivability issues, perform the ista/d n63 misfire detection test plan. Please make sure the fasta data is transmitted. Submit a puma case titl
  • 651009 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): This service information bulletin supersedes si b65 10 09 dated march 2013. Designates changes to this revision subject cic head unit: vehicle position is missing or incorrect on navigation map. The vehicle position is missing or incorrect
  • 650509 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): This service information bulletin supersedes si b65 05 09 dated july 2009. Designates changes to this revision subject cic headunit: navigation system road map usage. Information the car information computer (cic) began replacing the car co
  • 123814 - ENGINE (PWS): Subject n20, n26, and n55 engines with injector electrical faults. Any of the following symptoms could occur simultaneously with injector electrical faults stored in the dme: z after the engine is turned off for a short time, it can no long
  • 121015 - ENGINE (PWS): "subject n63: cbs oil service conversion in ista/p. The cbs oil service conversion being performed for the n63 customer car package and timing chain check (si b11 16 14) does not work correctly. It does not change the interval to the desire
  • 120415 - ENGINE (PWS): Subject dme internal and valvetronic faults set at cold ambient temperatures. The service engine soon light (mil) can be illuminated with the erroneous internal and valvetronic faults stored in the dme. The mil will only come on if the faul
  • 110614 - ENGINE (PWS): "this service information bulletin and attachment supersedes si b11 06 14 dated january 2015. Designates changes to this revision subject n63 engine: customer care package. Information this bulletin outlines the customer care package progra
  • B270415 - WHEELS: Shudder from the driveline on vehicles with xdrive. There is a shudder or vibration from the driveline when taking off from a stop, or when accelerating at highway speeds. Cause possible multiple root causes related to the engine, wheels &
  • B611515 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Cas module fails programming with coapi error 2082. During vehicle programming, the cas (car access system) module fails to program with coapi error 2082 displayed. Refer to the attachment, which lists the affected cas serial numbers. The f
  • B130215 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP: "?Si b13 02 15july 2015 fuel systemstechnical service this service information bulletin supersedes si b13 02 15 dated may 2015. Designates changes to this revision subject service action: n63 replace high-pressure fuel pumps. The high-press
  • B360215 - WHEELS: Valve stem replacement with wheel electronics. Information the valve stems are single-use only, and must be replaced every time the wheel electronics are replaced. If you loosen the nut (1), you must replace the valve stem. Failure to repla
  • B130215 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Service action: n63 replace high-pressure fuel pumps. The high-pressure pump may fail, resulting in an engine malfunction warning and reduced engine output.
  • B111614 - ENGINE (PWS): "this bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the engine timing chains for wear, and should be completed in conjunction with si b11 06 14, ""n63 customer care package."" the n63ccp and n63 engine check the timing chain are not mandator
  • B110815 - ENGINE (PWS): N63 engine: valve seal replacement. Refer to the following applicable sibs before replacing the valve seals. ? B11 07 11 - turbocharger failure: oil supply and return line blockage and proper repairs ? B11 07 12 - n63 engine: oil consumptio
  • B070314 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Diagnosing stored fault codes to help avoid repeat repair visits. Analysis of fasta data and repeat repair visit reports indicates that there are many fault codes that are stored in the above vehicles, but they are not diagnosed to identify
  • 613014 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: "si b61 30 14february 2015 general electrical systemstechnical service this service information bulletin supersedes si b61 30 14 dated january 2015. Designates changes to this revision subject bmw maintenance program: 12-volt battery replac
  • 111614 - ENGINE (PWS): "this service information bulletin and attachment supersedes si b11 16 14 dated january 2015. Designates changes to this revision subject n63 engine: check the timing chain. Information this bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the
  • 070314 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This service information bulletin supersedes si b07 03 14 dated february 2015. Designates changes to this revision subject diagnosing stored fault codes to help avoid repeat repair visits. Analysis of fasta data and repeat repair visit repo
  • B310112 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: Clicking noise from front axle this service information bulletin supersedes si 31 01 12 dated june 2015. Clicking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.G., parking lot maneuvers). Cause movement betwee
  • B270216 - POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE): "repairing transfer case actuator (vtg servo-motor). The anti-lock brakes (abs), brakes and dynamic stability control (dsc) warnings are on and there may also be a ""drivetrain malfunction"" warning on in the control display. There is also
  • B130815 - ENGINE (PWS): Service action: s63 engine - check and replace high- pressure injectors this service information bulletin supersedes si b13 08 15 dated january 2016. The high-pressure injectors may fail, resulting in an engine malfunction warning and reduc
  • B012016 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Footwell module: limited warranty extension to 8 years/125,000 miles. When performing ista/d diagnosis and/or a programming procedure (software update) on an affected vehicle, the footwell module (frm) could fail. There is a compatibility i
  • B652616 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: "usb device is not detected by champ2 head unit. Media connected to the usb connector is not recognized by the audio system. Playback of files from the media is not possible. Message displayed on the audio system display: ""title cannot be
  • B652516 - EQUIPMENT: Usb cable: battery discharge/audio failure/radio reception. No sound from the radio, telephone, gong signal and or pdc. Poor radio reception and failure of the telematics systems. Possible check control system message: o battery discharge w
  • B340716 - PARKING BRAKE: "parking brake does not work. Parking brake (emf) sporadically or permanently fails to engage. Check control message (ccm) ""parking brake failed"" is displayed. One or more of the following fault codes are stored in the emf control unit: o
  • B310112 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Clicking noise from front axle this service information bulletin supersedes si 31 01 12 dated june 2015. Clicking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.G., parking lot maneuvers). Cause movement betwee
  • B070314 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Diagnosing stored fault codes to help avoid repeat repair visits this service information bulletin supersedes si b07 03 14 dated october 2015.. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair
  • B840214 - EQUIPMENT: Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information this service information bulletin replaces si b84 02 14 dated july 2014 what's new: model - removed models which no longer support bmw assist functionality and added new models. Proce
  • B110815 - ENGINE (PWS): N63 and s63 engine: valve seal replacement this service information bulletin replaces si b11 08 15 june may 2017 what's new: diagnostic tips updated. Refer to the following applicable sibs before replacing the valve seals. B11 07 11 - turb
  • B840316 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Service action: gsm combox deactivation / discontinuation with 4 year assist service. What's new: ? Model: option code removed to prevent confusion about affected vehicles ? Situation: information added about bluetooth functionality that is
  • B840311 - EQUIPMENT: "?Telematics device spares replacement part activation via dcsnet for bmw assist what's new: ? Model: all models added along with 6ac option code ? Situation: all information added ? Information: deleted cdma related information and added a
  • B613014 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: "?Bmw maintenance program: 12-volt battery replacement measure what's new: ? "models" updated: model year 2017 vehicles added ? "models" updated: model year g12 (7 series) excluded from program ? "procedure" updated: n63r engine added to 20
  • B130315 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: ?N20, n26, n55, n63tu, s63tu and s55 engines: bosch injector etk part number error what's new: ? Identifying the injector type using the ista test plan ? Determining the injector part number using the new the parts table. The current versio
  • B130315 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: N20, n26, n55, n63tu, s63tu and s55 engines: bosch injector etk part number error what's new: ? Procedure change: indentifying injector type using an ista test plan. . The current version of the etk incorporates multiple part number errors
  • B111715 - ENGINE (PWS): "?N63, n63tu, n63r, s63 and s63tu engines: upper oil pan removal and installation repair instructions this service information bulletin supersedes si b11 17 15 dated october 2016. . Information when removing and/or installing the engine u
  • B840214 - EQUIPMENT: Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information: connecteddrive/bmw assist features are partially or completely inoperative.
  • B650709 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Navigation system: reporting missing or incorrect road map data: the route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
  • B012118 - ENGINE (PWS): Preliminary class action settlement information: n63 oil consumption/battery drain: bmw of north america, llc (bmw na) has entered into a preliminary nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs (class members) in the following class actio
  • B660517 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Door cannot be opened with comfort access: one or more doors are unable to be opened from the outside of the vehicle using the comfort access system.
  • B650709 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Navigation system: reporting missing or incorrect road map data: the route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
  • B840314 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Bluetooth connection failures: there are various connectivity failures with the following devices: apple iphones: samsung s6 and the s6 edge.
  • B310112 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Cracking noises from the front axle area while turning the wheels, when stationary or parking: cracking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.G., parking lot maneuvers) or when turning the steering whe
  • B310112 - WHEELS: Cracking noises from the front axle area while turning the wheels, when stationary or parking
  • B840214 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information
  • B613014 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: Bmw maintenance program: 12-volt battery replacement measure: this bulletin outlines a customer satisfaction measure that has been designed exclusively for the bmw vehicles listed above.
  • B110916 - POWER TRAIN: N63, n63tu, s63 and s63tu engines: oil leak from the rear: customer complains that engine oil is leaking from the center of the vehicle. When verified, the engine oil residue can be seen leaking from between the engine and the transmission
  • B110115 - ENGINE (PWS): Engine oil quick reference chart and drain plug torque: the current version of ista/d has an error in the engine oil capacity specification for all vehicles with the n63r engine and xdrive.
  • SI B11 05 16 - ENGINE (PWS): Service action: s63 engine replace crankcase vent connecting line the crankcase ventilation connection line may deteriorate prematurely causing any of the following: vacuum leak various fault codes related to mixture control
  • 01 15 15 - EQUIPMENT: Limited warranty has been extended to certain vehicles for 10 years/120,000 miles. Which ever comes first. *ma
  • B-511614 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH: Door opens, while driving, to first stage, causing check control message to be displayed *cn
  • B-260114 - ENGINE (PWS): Front drive shaft universal joints may wear out prematurely *cn
  • SIB-13-04-15 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: Bmw: procedural information on the installation of fuel system low pressure sensor and not correctly installed will lead to failure of low pressure sensor and metal supply line. Model 2008-14. *pe
  • SI B65 04 14 - INTERIOR LIGHTING: Bmw:some bmw models may or may not display airbag warning light. *ta
  • SIB-61-32-14 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES: Bmw: when ever vehicle is in motion, due to an error of software, in body domain controller (bdc), central locking system would unlock or lock on its own. Model f15 (x5), f16 (x6). *pe
  • SIB-16-15-14 - ENGINE (PWS): Bmw: malfunction warning light for engine is illuminated due to purge air system micro leakage and ventilation of fuel tank from contamination. *pe
  • SIB-11-16-14 - ENGINE (PWS): Bmw: on certain vehicles, engine timing chain should be checked for early stages of wear, and a repair solution should be provided. *pe updated 9/25/15. *pe updated 10/6/15. *pe
  • SIB-84-03-14 - COMMUNICATION: Bmw: when using iphone, various connectivity failures occur, such as disconnection of call, list of contacts incomplete, due to the variants and software used. Model 2008-2014.
  • SIB-12-08-13 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Bmw: while on hills, engine response may not be fulfilled, when accelerator pedal is depressed and if auto hold function is activated. Models 2010-2013 e70, e71. *pe
  • SIB-61-13-05 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: Bmw: battery has an increased demand due to developemental process of the electrical system. This is causing the batter to need to undergo an energy diagnosis. *kb
  • SIB-61-05-12 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bmw: batter discharged because of unfavorable driving profile. This is caused on short trips (less than 3 miles) or when the telephone or entertainment system is used for up to 30 minutes while vehicle is stationary. Models x5, x6 all mod
  • SIB160712 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Bmw: service action: replace the left and right fuel level sensor. Due to high proportion of ethanol in the fuel, the internal mechanisms of the fuel level sensors may swell. This may inhibit the movement of one or both of the fuel level se
  • SIB-11-08-12 - ENGINE (PWS): Bmw: due to damaged seal ring, during assembly, engine oil is leaking from engine oil pump volume control valve gasket seal ring. Models e70, e71, f01, f02, f04, f07, f10, f12, f13. No model years listed. *pe
  • SIB-12-16-11 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Bmw: service engine soon light is on and the engine has reduced power with trouble codes stored. *rm updated on 4/24/2013. *kb

OBD-II Error Codes

Common OBD Error codes specific to this vehicle.

Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoFireY NoneNone20210210

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 bmw x6. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, it spontaneously caught fire. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to an independent lot. There were no reported injuries. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,000.

NoFireY NoneNone20210209

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 bmw x6. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, it spontaneously caught fire. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to an independent lot. There were no reported injuries. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20200604

Issues: both front thrust arm bushings worn, oil leaking from vehicle, replacement of microfilter needed, brake fluid flush service and sunroof not initialized. Comments: i took the vehicle in to be serviced as i was getting a driver stability malfunction error and when driving over potholes or any uneven street/highway, wheel would jerk extremely hard causing me to enter other lanes. Vehicle was pulling hard and i heard noise every time i drove over uneven roads. I was also getting an anti-trap malfunction for sunroof error message. Issues: vehicle sputtered, shut off in the middle of an intersection and would not start, vehicle still pulling and needed to replace the two front tires. Comments: due to the vehicle malfunctioning, sputtering and not starting, i was stalled in the middle of an intersection and could have been injured in an accident. Other motorists helped push the vehicle to the side of the road to get me out of the way of oncoming traffic. Issues: 2nd occurrence: faulty fuel pump and ekps (< one month after first repair). Vehicle needed right front tire replaced. Comments: upon driving my vehicle onto the dealership lot to have my tire replaced, as soon as the technician got in the vehicle, it stalled and would not start again. Issue: 2nd occurrence: left front thrust arm ball joint loose causing clunk in front end. Issue: 3rd occurrence: left lower control arm bent. Wheel alignment needed due to bent control arm. Comments: my husband was driving on the highway with our children in the car and the tire and steering wheel began to jerk. The steering wheel had to be turned all the way to the right for the vehicle to go straight on the highway. These issues put my family in danger and could have severely caused my family harm and/or harm to other vehicles.

NoNoN NoneNone20200603

Issues: both front thrust arm bushings worn, oil leaking from vehicle, replacement of microfilter needed, brake fluid flush service and sunroof not initialized. Comments: i took the vehicle in to be serviced as i was getting a driver stability malfunction error and when driving over potholes or any uneven street/highway, wheel would jerk extremely hard causing me to enter other lanes. Vehicle was pulling hard and i heard noise every time i drove over uneven roads. I was also getting an anti-trap malfunction for sunroof error message. Issues: vehicle sputtered, shut off in the middle of an intersection and would not start, vehicle still pulling and needed to replace the two front tires. Comments: due to the vehicle malfunctioning, sputtering and not starting, i was stalled in the middle of an intersection and could have been injured in an accident. Other motorists helped push the vehicle to the side of the road to get me out of the way of oncoming traffic. Issues: 2nd occurrence: faulty fuel pump and ekps (< one month after first repair). Vehicle needed right front tire replaced. Comments: upon driving my vehicle onto the dealership lot to have my tire replaced, as soon as the technician got in the vehicle, it stalled and would not start again. Issue: 2nd occurrence: left front thrust arm ball joint loose causing clunk in front end. Issue: 3rd occurrence: left lower control arm bent. Wheel alignment needed due to bent control arm. Comments: my husband was driving on the highway with our children in the car and the tire and steering wheel began to jerk. The steering wheel had to be turned all the way to the right for the vehicle to go straight on the highway. These issues put my family in danger and could have severely caused my family harm and/or harm to other vehicles.

NoNoN NoneNone20190503

Takata recall

NoNoN NoneNone20181204

While driving my vehicle at a speed of approximately 30 mph, i shifted into manual mode, downshifting i order to evade an aggressive driver. I then shifted back to automatic, at approximately 45-50 mph, at which point the engine cut out , the engine light came on and steering was non powered. The car also slipped into neutral. I received an error about stability and was unable to restart the car for several attempts. The car did this 3 times before i reached my destination and was able to allow it to sit. It wasn't until later that evening that it was able to be started and drive successfully home.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 bmw x6. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer (passport bmw, 4730 auth place, camp springs, maryland 20746) where it was diagnosed that the starter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine needed replacement. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20180107

Bmw dealership in georgia, tbilisi is liar. I visited them for customer car package. Under this ccp must be replaced some parts without checking and some of them after checking. That dealership chamged me only air mass sensors when bmw ag states that vent pipe bank 1 and 2, connecting line bank 1 and 2, aor mass sensors, intake air duct must be replaced on every n63s. Injectors, vacuum pump, chain and some orher parts must be replaced after checking if they are faulty. That dealership lied me that they received new documentations from bmw and only air mass sennsors must be changed. They are liars. My car is under burning risk because they changed only air mass sensors and did not performed the ccp properly. They did not check my timing chain too. My contact number +995 591227222

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Vehicle demonstrates turbo lag. In the stationary position when you press the gas pedal, the vehicle pauses for quite some time but the rpm rises than the vehicle will move forward. This is very concerning as one tries to enter heavy fast moving traffic. Especially when you don't know when the vehicle will move forward as the turbo decides to kick in. Because of the lag, i've placed myself and others at risk of injury as i attempt to enter traffic. When you see an opening to enter traffic, that opening is gone as the lag prevents the car from moving forward at the time required to enter traffic safely. Instead your propelled into traffic, cutting off other drivers that have to break to avoid a collision. This is a daily issue that should be addressed.

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Misfire cylinder 7

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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 bmw x6. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags). The parts to do the repair were unavailable since december of 2015. The contact was concerned for their safety. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted on several occasions and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The local dealer advised the contact to call nhtsa. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

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Due to an issue with the power steering pump, power steering fluid is leaking all around the gear and checked my vin and is not on the recall. It is very unlikely that a 3 to 4 year old vehicle may have the same issue as 2013 bmw x6 steering nhtsa campaign #12v267000 and not be part of this campaign. I am very concerned and would like for an investigation to be done.

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" takata recall " i received a recall notice on my bmw x6, and called bmw of concord, california to make an appointment to have it repaired. This is a very serious concern. We also received a settlement notice

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I have two recalls on my bmw x6 (2013). One is for the air bag and the other is for the drive shaft universal joints. I have been waiting over a year to have my airbag replaced (united bmw in roswell ga). I just recently received another recall notice concerning my drive shaft universal joints and these parts are also unavailable. I have a 16 month old son who i drive in this car and this poses a safety issue. I undersatnd recalls, however, i have been waiting over a year to have my air bags replaced and now i receive this notice. I am writing this complaint in hopes that someone will contact me and remedy this problem. This is a major safety issue for my 16 month old son. Feb 05,2016 manufacturer recall numberna nhtsa recall number16v071 recall statusrecall incomplete summary driver's front air bag: during air bag deployment in an accident, the driver's front air bag module may produce excessive internal pressure that could cause the inflator to rupture. Safety risk inflator rupture could result in metal fragments striking the driver or other passengers, potentially resulting in serious injury

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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 bmw x6. The contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags). The dealer reported that the parts needed for the recall remedy were still not available and that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

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Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2013 bmw x6. The contact received a notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced any failures. Parts distribution disconnect.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 bmw x6. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 bmw x6. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Bmw of morristown in morris township, new jersey was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and agreed with the dealer. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

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Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2013 bmw x6. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags) and 17v138000 (power train); however, the parts needed for the repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to the valley bmw dealer (located at 4369 mchenry ave, modesto, ca 95356), but the parts were unavailable for the repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 bmw x6. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 16v071000 and 17v138000 (air bags, power train). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called a local dealer (bmw of atlantic city, located at 6807 tilton rd egg harbor township, nj 08234) and was informed that the parts were on backorder. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

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Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2013 bmw x6. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 16v071000 and 17v138000 (air bags, power train); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

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Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2013 bmw x6. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Bmw monrovia (1425 mountain ave, monrovia, ca) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 bmw x6. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 16v071000 and 17v138000 (air bags, power train). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called a local dealer (bmw of atlantic city, located at 6807 tilton rd egg harbor township, nj 08234) and was informed that the parts were on backorder. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

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Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2013 bmw x6. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 16v071000 (air bags) and 17v138000 (power train); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issues. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NoNoN NoneNone20151207

Water pump issues, dealer supposenly fixed months ago. Car is like new with 40k + miles and already water pump replaced. Then noticed smoke & burning smell like possible fire from engine area a week ago while car in idle, i then took it to dealer next day and something wasnt replaced by dealer during water pump exchange/replacement. I think is a lie, i certainly think vehichle have that steering issue. Also passenger door from inside didnt open anymore which is a serious safety issue. But car like i said is like new to me for it to be 3 years old with 40k miles. Just major faults for such age of car. Bad bmw maker for pricey car and so many engine / electrical issue issues. I see why not many on us roads. 12/2015 something in water pump area replaced agian, driver passenger door from inside didnt open anymore, front cameras didnt operate anymore/corroded supposenly, coolant was gone (but water pump replaced 2014) so either leak or dealer was cheap putting back in, now since all these repairs car drives rough. And yes all was done on 1 visit at dealer. And i forgot to mention to them my seatbelt locks on me so i drive with it clamp already and just duck underneath strap when ready to drive. Windows go up and down on its own (state police witness to that)

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Upon on starting the vehicle and dropping into drive or reverse the vehicle accelerates on its on , the the tachometer jumps to 1000 and even up to 1500 without touching the accelerator. I have brought the vehicle three time to different dealerships and they could fix the issue. I have almost collided with multiple vehicles in parking lots and almost ran into our building, i have to step on the break very hard to reduce the car lunging forward, the car still travels with my brake on, if there were a child or person in front of me they would be injured severely, this is very unsafe. I have video of the tachometer going from 0-1000 almost coming to a stall, it has stalled two times in the past.

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