2018 BMW 320I service bulletins & manufacturer communications
94 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2018 BMW 320I. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 94
- The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.B510819 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 16, 2024
- 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. Thi…B611305 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 11, 2024
- Diesel fuel injectors: ltd wty extension to 10 years/120,000 milesB010919 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 16, 2023
- Pressure control valve (pcv) extended ltd wty 15 years/150,000 milesB011423 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 13, 2023
- 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 a…B120721 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 9, 2023
- After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.B651523 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2023
- 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…B840822 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2023
- Exterior rear lights do not work.B630917 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 1, 2023
- After an automatic engine start (MSA start), the transmission intermittently goes into the Park "P" or Neutral "N" position without any customer influence.B122519 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 2022
- For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Fuel Injectors to 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehi…B010919 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Dec 1, 2022
- Due to a production error, the telematics control units were delivered without an IMS configuration.B840822 · Technical service bulletin · Communication · issued Sep 1, 2022
- Component specific limited warranty extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) …SIB011918 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2022
- 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 No…SIB651312 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2022
- 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 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Apr 1, 2022
- 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 Acti…B010722 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Apr 1, 2022
- Component and Issue Specific Limited Emission Warranty Extension. This component-specific limited emission warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship.B58N20N55S55 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2022
- 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 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2022
- Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes.B640613 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2021
- For the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,…B110317 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 2021
- With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Gelis, et al. v. Bay…B110221 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 2021
- Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the vehicle,when turning the steering wheel.B610721 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Sep 1, 2021
- The trunk lid/hatch does not open fully when unlatched with remote or hands-free operation.B511314 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Sep 1, 2021
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehi…B110317 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 2021
- BMW of North America, LLC BMW NA is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicl…SIB110317 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 2021
- With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Gelis, et al. v. Bay…B110221 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2021
- 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 Febru…B840221 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2021
- Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the vehicle, when turning the steering wheel.B610721 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2021
- 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.B110120 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2021
- Distribution of the following tool will be through the Automatic Tool Shipment ProgramB040221 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2021
- 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 suppo…B840221 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2021
- TELEMATICS UNIT DEACTIVATION DUE TO 3G CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY DISCONTINUATION: The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule…B840121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2021
- 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…B110321 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued May 1, 2021
- 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…B110321 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued May 1, 2021
- COMBUSTION CONTROL VALVE LIFT AT IDLE: The vehicle will run rough or hesitate when accelerating from a stationary position.B121318 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2021
- ?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…B640613 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2020
- ?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…B640613 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2020
- N20 AND N26 ENGINE TIMING CHAIN AND OIL PUMP DRIVE CHAIN: Whining noise from the lower engine area near the engine oil pump that increases frequency when increasing the engine RPM.…B110317 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2020
- 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 faul…B612315 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2020
- BMW TURBOCORD PORTABLE EV 120 V/240 V CHARGER: The BMW-approved accessory TurboCord electric vehicle (EV) charger will not charge the vehicle.B611820 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2020
- EME GROUND CONNECTION MONITORING FAULTS: Check Control message (CCM ID 794): "Drive. Check as soon as possible" illuminates. Increased ground cable contact resistance at Electrical…B122219 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2020
- N20 and N26 Differential Pressure Sensor Fault: 195002 Stored in DME: The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on with the following differential pressure sensor fault stored: 195002…B120115 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 2020
- 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 n…B650709 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2020
- VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED: The customer's vehicle does not start due to a totally discharged battery.B610419 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2020
- 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 b…B340517 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jul 1, 2020
- VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED: The customer's vehicle does not start due to a totally discharged battery.B610419 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2020
- EPS STEERING ELECTRIC MOTOR MOUNTING BOLTS LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION: There are front end noises when turning the steering wheel and/or there is limited power steering assist when…B012618 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jun 1, 2020
- CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415 is displayed- "Increased battery drain! // Battery. Electrostatic discharg…B610520 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2020
- 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 mode…B130420 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 2020
- 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 …B110120 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 1, 2020
- EPS STEERING ELECTRIC MOTOR MOUNTING BOLTS - LTD WTY EXT TO 10 YRS/120000 MILES: There are front end noises when turning the steering wheel and/or there is limited power steering a…B012618 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 2020
- 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 …B840214 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
- 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 …B652214 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2020
- 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…B513016 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Apr 1, 2020
- 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…B340517 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Apr 1, 2020
- 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 hesi…B121318 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2020
- 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 …B123314 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2020
- 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 eng…B110120 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2020
- 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 …B840416 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2020
- SIDE PANEL REAR LIGHT HOUSINGS: LTD WTY EXT TO 10 YEARS WITHOUT MILEAGE LIMIT: The rear light housing(s) can loosen/detach at the mounting tabs this can cause a clacking sound in t…B011319 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 1, 2020
- ENGINE DOES NOT START BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURES: Engine designation correction Parts availability Warranty. The engine will not start at temperatures below freezing. The starter …B120319 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2019
- STEERING WHEEL BUTTONS DO NOT FUNCTION RELIABLY: Sporadic or continuous malfunction of multifunction steering wheel buttonsB612417 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jul 1, 2018
- AFTER EXCHANGING THE FRONT ELECTRONIC MODULE (FEM), PROGRAMMING / ENCODING IS NOT POSSIBLE: After replacing the Front Electronic Module (FEM) for an applicable repair, programming …B611118 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2018
- PHONE CONTACTS: HEADUNIT BASIC 2 SORTING ORDER: Improper sorting of phone contacts, in the on-board computer or in the Central Information Display (CID), upon connecting to the veh…B840918 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2018
- CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative.B840214 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2018
- BUZZING NOISE FROM VALVETRONIC MOTOR BEFORE OR AFTER ENGINE OPERATION: Buzzing noise may be heard from the Valvetronic motor when the vehicle is unlocked, before the engine is star…B120418 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 2018
- COMPONENT PROTECTION ACTIVE. HEAD UNITS CANNOT BE SWAPPED BETWEEN VEHICLES FOR TESTING.: If either the head unit (NBT-EVO or ENTRY-NAV-EVO) or the Body Domain Controller (BDC) are …B651316 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2018
- 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 …B650709 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2018
- MEMORY SEAT ADJUSTMENT IS LIMITED: After programming the vehicle with ISTA 4.10.2x, the adjustment range of the memory seat may restricted.B520318 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Jun 1, 2018
- HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when:B840818 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2018
- Bmw online non-functional: check icc-id in account: bmw online/bmw connecteddrive not functional.B840616 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2018
- Voluntary emissions recall campaign 18e-a02: replace under hood emissions labelB710218 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2018
- NAVIGATION PRO (NBT EVO) MAP UPDATE NOT POSSIBLE, NAVIGATION DOES NOT START: Navigation system will not start at all or the: ÒNavigation system startsÓ message is permanently displ…B651117 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2018
- 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 …B650709 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2018
- HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when:B840818 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2018
- IPHONE: CALL LIST MISSING AFTER RESTART: The call list from iPhone 8 or iPhone X, that is displayed, is missing after cycling the ignition.B840718 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2018
- NBT-EVO Head Unit Cannot be Swapped between Vehicles for Testing: If either the NBT-EVO head unit or Body Domain Controller (BDC) are swapped into a different vehicle they will cau…B651316 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2018
- INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY IMPLAUSIBLE: In the Instrument Cluster (Kombi) display you may observe an implausible outside temperature reading.B621215 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2018
- HVAC BLOWER NOT WORKING: HVAC blower is not working.B641216 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2018
- HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE VISIBLE INTERNAL MOISTURE/CONDENSATION: Water on the inside (A) or misting (B) of both headlight lenses that is visible from outside.B630516 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 1, 2018
- HIGH VOLTAGE SYSTEM: ISOLATION FAULTS: The Check Control message (CCM), "Powertrain malfunction!" is displayed.B610118 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2018
- TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.B513016 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Mar 1, 2018
- CONNECTEDDRIVE-REMOTE SERVICES DO NOT FUNCTION: Remote Services (such as locking and unlocking the car, vehicle location by honking the horn, flashing the lights or on the map in t…B840618 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2018
- BLUETOOTH AND USB AUDIO PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS MISSING - IPHONE: Playlists, song titles, etc. from iPhone do not display on Head Unit Basic 2.B840418 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2018
- DELIVERY STOP: REPLACE UNDERHOOD EMISSIONS LABEL: A Delivery Stop has been issued (effective March 2, 2018) on Model Year 2018 BMW 3 Series vehicles that have been produced from No…B710218 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2018
- CONTACTLESS TAILGATE (SMART OPENER) IS TOO SENSITIVE: When the remote is located in the range of the Smart Opener operation may be the contactless tailgate (Smart Opener) opens / c…B662317 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2018
- NBT-EVO Head Unit Cannot be Swapped between Vehicles for Testing. 'Component Protection Active': If either the NBT-EVO head unit or Body Domain Controller (BDC) are swapped into a …B651316 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2018
- CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE (CCM): ASSISTANCE SYSTEM RESTRICTED AFTER DELETING TRANSPORT MODE: The CCM assistance systems restricted or pedestrian protection system failed is displayed a…320218 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Feb 1, 2018
- Bluetooth Connection Failures: There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones: Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge.B840314 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2018
- Nbt-evo (next generation navigation professional) head unit cannot be swapped between vehicles for testing. õcomponent protection activeõB651316 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2018
- NO AUDIO PLAYBACK AFTER REPLACING THE HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 (HU-H2): After replacing the Head Unit High (HU-H2) and performing ISTA4 programming, there is no audio playback.B650318 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2018
- KLE CHARGING FAULT 21E6E9: During the ISTA short test diagnosis, fault code 21E6E9 Ð ÒCharging electronics: Charging mode interruptedÓ is found stored in the KLE (Convenience Charg…B611316 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2018
- TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.B513016 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 1, 2018
- Entry evo head unit will not play mp3 formatted cd's: data cdõs (encoded as mp3õs) can not be played.B652517 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2017
- ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis InformationB840214 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2017