2012 BMW 650I service bulletins & manufacturer communications

363 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2012 BMW 650I. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.

• 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
• The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warning light comes on while driving. The following DSC fault codes for the wheel speed sensors are stored: 480712 and/or 480715 and/or 480718 a…
  B340914 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Jun 1, 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
• 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: Isley, et al. v. Bay…
  B010122 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2023
• 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: Isley, et al. v. Bay…
  B010122 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2022
• According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy dete…
  B650414 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Oct 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
• 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 N63C…
  B111614 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Mar 1, 2022
• BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Isley, et al. v. BMW of North America, et al. The Cou…
  B010222 · Technical service bulletin · Communication · issued Feb 1, 2022
• BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Isley, et al. v. BMW of North America, et al. The Cou…
  B010122 · Technical service bulletin · Communication · issued Feb 1, 2022
• Inform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and M Carbon Ceramic (optional) brakes are high-performance brake systems which are designed for …
  B341019 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Sep 1, 2021
• Inform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and M Carbon Ceramic (optional) brakes are high-performance brake systems which are designed for …
  B341019 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 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 · Communication · issued Jun 1, 2021
• While engine oil consumption may create a customer inconvenience, in the short term it should not cause any drivability problems that would prevent normal day-to-day operational us…
  B012118 · 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
• Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from…
  B340414 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued Apr 1, 2021
• 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 t…
  B130720 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2020
• TICKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE WHEN CORNERING: The customer may complain of a metallic ticking noise from the front axle, when cornering, maneuvering, parking or pulling away fr…
  B340515 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2020
• 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 lo…
  B310112 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · 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
• 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
• N63 CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT - BATTERY SERVICE BENEFIT - RETROFITS/ REPLACEMENTS: This Service Information bulletin applies to: Class vehicles in operation on the road (Applicable N…
  B012218 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jul 1, 2020
• N63T REAR MONITORING OXYGEN SENSORS - LTD WTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES: Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LL…
  B010319 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 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 · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · 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 · Parking Brake · 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 · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2020
• LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSIONTO 10 YEARS/120000 MILES: This Service Information Bulletin replaces SI B01 05 18 dated July 2019. Engine starts poorly (hard starting) rough idle and mis…
  B010518 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Feb 1, 2020
• HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR CUSTOMER DISCUSSIONS REGARDING MOTORSPORT VEHICLE BRAKES: INFORMATION Inform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and…
  B341019 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Nov 1, 2019
• FRONT SEAT HAS SIDE TO SIDE PLAY AND CAN MAKE NOISES WHEN CORNERING. Either or both of the front seats has side to side (lateral) play, and can make noises when cornering.
  B521519 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Oct 1, 2019
• N63 ENGINE VEHICLES: CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT FOR ENGINE OILCONSUMPTION/BATTER. What's New: The short-term extension window of one (1) year/12,000 miles from date of the settlement …
  B012918 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Oct 1, 2019
• N63: OIL CONSUMPTION CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT DIAGNOSIS/REPAIRS (VERSION 12.0). What's New: Engine Timing Chain Guide Pre-Inspection (with Valve Stem Seal Repair) instruction added …
  B012118 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Oct 1, 2019
• N63T REAR MONITORING OXYGEN SENSORS: LTD WTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. What's New: The F01 (750i xDrive Sedan) production start date has been corrected The Correction an…
  B010319 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2019
• While engine oil consumption may create a customer inconvenience in the short term it should not cause any drivability problems that would prevent normal day-to-day operational use…
  B012118 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Aug 1, 2019
• SECURITY IMPROVEMENTS FOR CONNECTEDDRIVE. Security patches for non-safety critical vulnerabilities in BMW head units Entry Nav Entry Media NBT and NBT EVO.
  B651519 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2019
• Radio and Air Conditioning Functions Inoperative, When Vehicle is Moving. All audio and heating/air conditioning functions cannot be controlled when the vehicle is moving. After th…
  613512 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 12, 2019
• Lane Change Warning Lamps on Side View Mirrors Are Too Dark. The lane change warning lamps (small and triangle-shaped) on the exterior door mirrors are too dark. This may occur whe…
  660612 · Technical service bulletin · Lane Departure · issued Jul 12, 2019
• 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…
  651512 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 12, 2019
• Rattling Noise from Underneath the Instrument Panel. A rattling or clattering noise may be heard from the driver's or passenger foot well area while driving. CAUSE Tolerance excess…
  512012 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 10, 2019
• "N63 - Engine Malfunction Warning Due to Vapor Forming in the Fuel System. The Engine Malfunction warning is displayed and the Service Engine Soon (MIL) Lamp is on. This situation …
  122211 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jul 10, 2019
• 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…
  110712 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 9, 2019
• 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 …
  121412 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 9, 2019
• DIAGNOSTIC HINT: CATALYTIC CONVERTER INSPECTION AFTER LOSS OF CRANKSHAFT SIGNAL. In certain situations when the crankshaft position signal is lost while driving the malfunction ind…
  B122319 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Jul 1, 2019
• The crankcase ventilation hoses may become brittle and break when they come in contact with hot engine components. One or more of the crankcase ventilation hoses are not FPM (fluor…
  B111216 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2019
• N63 class action settlement for oil consumption and battery drain - overview this service information bulletin replaces si b01 29 18 dated october 2018.
  B012918 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jul 1, 2019
• N63T ENGINE FUEL INJECTORS: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120000 MILES This Service Information Bulletin replaces SI B01 05 18 dated January 2018. Engine starts poorly (ha…
  B010518 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jul 1, 2019
• CRACKING NOISE FROM SEAT BACKREST. Groaning/Cracking noises are heard from the front seat backrest when the vehicle is cornering.
  B520919 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Jun 1, 2019
• Front seat backrest makes a cracking noise when folded forward.
  B520819 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Jun 1, 2019
• Noise from the front seats when adjusting the seat length.
  B520719 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Jun 1, 2019
• NEW REPLACEMENT FUEL TANK INTERNAL FUEL LINE CONNECTION. INFORMATION WARRANTY INFORMATION Not applicable. This Service Information bulletin provides technical and repair procedure-…
  B160419 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jun 1, 2019
• 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 no…
  B012118 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jun 1, 2019
• Telematics control unit activation via dcsnet for bmw assist.
  B840311 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2019
• INFORMATION New information provided by this revision is preceded by this symbol. This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B84 02 14 dated September 2018.
  B840214 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2019
• Service Information May 2019 Engine Electrical Systems B12 19 19 Technical Service. On the affected vehicles a DME software error prevents the Check Control Message (CCM) "Low Engi…
  B121919 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2019
• N63T CCM "LOW OIL LEVEL" NOT DISPLAYED. Drivetrain Malfunction Warning is illuminated and DME fault code 1C4002 (Engine oil level: too low) is stored. Customer complains that Check…
  B622017 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 1, 2019
• N63T - CCM "LOW OIL LEVEL" NOT DISPLAYED. Drivetrain Malfunction Warning is illuminated and DME fault code 1C4002 (Engine oil level: too low) is stored. Customer complains that Che…
  B110118 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 1, 2019
• On the affected vehicles the CBS engine oil service interval has been reduced to 1 year/10000 miles to make these vehicles consistent with all other N63x engine equipped vehicles.
  B012418 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2019
• N63t high pressure fuel pump hdp limited warranty extension to 10 years/120000 miles this service information bulletin supersedes si b01 18 17 dated july 2018.
  B011817 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2019
• N63T ENGINE - REAR MONITORING OXYGEN (O2) SENSORS: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120000 MILES. The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lights up after performing the Vehicle …
  B010319 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2019
• N63T CCM "LOW OIL LEVEL" NOT DISPLAYED. Drivetrain Malfunction Warning is illuminated and DME fault code 1C4002 (Engine oil level: too low) is stored. Customer complains that Check…
  B622017 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 1, 2019
• N63T - CCM "LOW OIL LEVEL" NOT DISPLAYED. Drivetrain Malfunction Warning is illuminated and DME fault code 1C4002 (Engine oil level: too low) is stored. Customer complains that Che…
  B110118 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 1, 2019
• On the affected vehicles the CBS engine oil service interval has been reduced to 1 year/10000 miles to make these vehicles consistent with all other N63x engine equipped vehicles.
  B012418 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 1, 2019
• N63t high pressure fuel pump hdp limited warranty extension to 10 years/120000 miles this service information bulletin supersedes si b01 18 17 dated july 2018.
  B011817 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Apr 1, 2019
• N63T ENGINE - REAR MONITORING OXYGEN (O2) SENSORS: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120000 MILES. The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lights up after performing the Vehicle …
  B010319 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 1, 2019
• BLACK SPOT IN THE CENTRAL INFORMATION. This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B62 11 18 dated January 2019. Whats New: â?¢ Warranty section - Programming information added. …
  B621118 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2019
• BMW Maintenance Program: 12-Volt Battery Replacement Measure. INFORMATION This bulletin outlines a customer satisfaction measure that has been designed exclusively for the BMW vehi…
  B613014 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2019
• 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…
  B110113 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Oct 1, 2018
• N63 ENGINE VEHICLES: CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT FOR ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION/BATTERY DRAIN OVERVIEW CLASS VEHICLES (MODELS) Certain of the following US-specification BMW vehicles sold o…
  B012918 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2018
• N63 ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION/BATTERY DRAIN CLASS ACTION LAW SUIT SETTLEMENT: FUTURE ENGINE OIL SERVICE BENEFIT CLASS VEHICLES (MODELS) Certain models of the following US specificatio…
  B012318 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2018
• N63 engine class action settelement: battery service benefit.
  B012218 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2018
• RAIN/LIGHT SENSOR (RLS): OIL LEAKAGE FROM GEL PAD. ??Oil leaking from the Rain/Light Sensor (RLS). Note: This oil serves as a separation medium between the RLS mounting gel pad and…
  B613017 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2018
• ?BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID's (Integrated Circuit Card Iden…
  B840616 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2018
• ?CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This Service Information bulletin is being publ…
  B840214 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2018
• ?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…
  B111117 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 1, 2018
• 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 …
  B110815 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 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
• PRELIMINARY CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT INFORMATION: N63 OIL CONSUMPTION/BATTERY DRAIN: BMW of North America, LLC (ÒBMW NAÓ) has entered into a preliminary nationwide settlement with t…
  B012118 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jul 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 · Electrical System · 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
• 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
• REAR VIEW CAMERA CANNOT BE CONTROLLED VIA IDRIVE: When the Parking menu is active (reverse gear selected) in the CID (Central Information Display), activation or deactivation of th…
  B661018 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Apr 1, 2018
• COMFORT ACCESS SPORADICALLY INACTIVE VIA DOOR HANDLE: Sporadically, CA (Comfort Access) locking or unlocking of the vehicle does not work via the door handles.
  B660518 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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
• TICKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE WHEN CORNERING: The customer may complain of a metallic ticking noise from the front axle when cornering, maneuvering, parking or pulling away fro…
  B340515 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 1, 2018
• Cracking noises from the front axle area while turning the wheels, when stationary or parking
  B310112 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 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
• 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 …
  B613014 · 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
• BMW APPS RANDOMLY STARTS PLAYING ON ITS OWN: While listening to FM, or AM, or Satellite Radio (SDARs), the audio source randomly switches to BMW Apps (Pandora, Spotify, Audible etc…
  B841117 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2018
• TICKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE WHEN CORNERING: The customer may complain of a metallic ticking noise from the front axle when cornering, maneuvering, parking or pulling away fro…
  B340515 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 1, 2018
• 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 b…
  B110916 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 1, 2018
• N63T CCM LOW OIL LEVEL NOT DISPLAYED: Drivetrain Malfunction Warning is illuminated, and DME fault code 1C4002 (Engine oil level: too low) is stored. Customer complains that Check …
  B110118 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2018
• 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 an…
  B110115 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · 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
• 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
• TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.
  B513016 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 1, 2018
• 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…
  B310112 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2018
• Side View Camera Does Not Display Picture.
  B660814 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Dec 1, 2017
• NBT Head Unit High (HU-H) Resets Intermittently or Permanently
  B650915 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2017
• N63T AND S63T ENGINE: VALVE SEAL REPLACEMENT: This SI provides a new tool and a new procedure for the N63TU valve seals replacement.
  B110117 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2017
• "AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT: ACSM FC 930A60 OR 930A1C SEAT OCCUPANCY DETECTION. According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be on when the vehicle arrives …
  B650414 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Sep 1, 2017
• Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc. This service Information bulletin provides information on shipping "specific" noin-deployed vehicl…
  SIM010917 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2017
• The engine?s intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?eligible USspecification
  SIM010717 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2017
• 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 su…
  B840214 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2017
• 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 applica…
  B110815 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jun 1, 2017
• WARRANTY INFORMATION Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks or the BMW Certified Pre-Owned Program. If you are using a …
  B621616 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2017
• N63T AND S63T ENGINE: VALVE SEAL REPLACEMENT. This SI provides a new tool and a new procedure for the N63TU valve seals replacement. Please refer to the following applicable SIBs b…
  B110117 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 1, 2017
• ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information
  B840214 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2017
• The underlying 2G technology for the GSM (Global System Mobile communication) COMBOX will no longer be supported by the cellular network providers after December 31, 2016. This COM…
  B840816 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2017
• SERVICE ACTION: GSM COMBOX DEACTIVATION / DISCONTINUATION WITH 4 YEAR ASSIST SERVICE. What's New: ? Model: Option code removed to prevent confusion about affected vehicles ? Situat…
  B840316 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2017
• "?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…
  B840311 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2017
• "?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…
  B613014 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2017
• ?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 p…
  B130315 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Apr 1, 2017
• ?NBT HEAD UNIT ABORTS IMPORT OF CD Whats New: ? G12 (7 Series) removed ? I01 (i3) removed ? Warranty Section updated for removal of G12 and I01 . While importing a CD to the intern…
  B650616 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2017
• "?SERVICE ACTION: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY IN KM/H . When the instrument cluster's digital speedometer has been set to display metric speed and distance values, there is no displ…
  B620317 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2017
• 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 …
  B130315 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 2017
• ?SERVICE ACTION: SERVICE ACTION: N63T ENGINE CHECK AND REPLACE THE CRANKCASE VENTILATION HOSES What's New: ? Defect Code format updated ? Consequential Additional Repair(s) stateme…
  B111216 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 2017
• HEADUNIT NAVIGATION MAPS (HU-H HU-H2 HU-B): The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609…
  B651312 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2017
• "?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. …
  B111715 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2017
• ?N63T AND S63T ENGINE: VALVE SEAL REPLACEMENT . This SI provides a new tool and a new procedure for the N63TU valve seals replacement. Please refer to the following applicable SIBs…
  B110117 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Feb 1, 2017
• ?After programming with ISTA/P 3.55.0 or a more recent version, the customer can no longer send ?Edit start time? signal for climate control system can only send an ?Activate now? …
  B840716 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2017
• ?VERTICAL LINES IN HEAD-UP DISPLAY. Run diagnostics and if display is found to be damaged, replace Head-Up display.
  B621616 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2017
• SI B65 09 15 November 2016 Audio, Navigation, Monitors, Alarms,SRS Technical Service NBT Head Unit High (HU-H) Resets Intermittently or Permanently. The Head Unit-High (HU-H) reset…
  B650915 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2016
• SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAMMING CONTROL UNITS (REAR WINDOW HEATING). Under unfavorable conditions, activation of the rear window heating may overload its fuse. Software allows unfavora…
  B612716 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2016
• "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. Messa…
  B652616 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2016
• "NBT-EVO Head Unit Cannot Be Swapped Between Vehicles for Testing This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 13 16 dated July 2016.. If an NBT-EVO head unit is swapped int…
  B651316 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Nov 1, 2016
• "HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE VISIBLE INTERNAL MOISTURE/CONDENSATION. Water on the inside (A) or misting (B) of both headlight lenses that is visible from outside. Water inside the he…
  B630516 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Nov 1, 2016
• 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. …
  B652516 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2016
• "NBT NAVIGATION DOES NOT ROUTE ON TOLL ROADS. NBT Navigation does not provide routes that include certain toll roads. CAUSE Roads that have toll lanes ""without a cash option"" whe…
  B652416 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2016
• ?AUDIO VOLUME NOT RESTORED AFTER MSA STOP, ENTRY HEAD UNIT. Volume of audio system (when set to near maximum) is reduced when Auto Start-Stop (MSA) stop occurs and is not restored …
  B652316 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2016
• CID Split Screen Always Changes Back to Compass Display. This Service Information bulletin Replaces SI B65 20 16 dated June 2016. After starting the vehicle, the Control Display (C…
  B652016 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Oct 1, 2016
• CBS BRAKE PAD CALCULATION AND CORRECTION. When a vehicle comes into the workshop for any repair or maintenance job, the bundling calculator recommends a brake maintenance checkup. …
  B340516 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Oct 1, 2016
• BUZZING NOISE HEARD COMING FROM STEERING WHEEL. While driving at highway speeds, on older (worn) road surfaces, a buzzing noise is heard coming from the steering wheel. The Lane De…
  B661616 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Sep 1, 2016
• WATER LEAKING INTO REAR COMPARTMENT. Water is found in rear compartment. CAUSE Seal around fuel filler tube (located by red lines) is not effective. Replace cover pot (bowl).
  B512416 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 1, 2016
• 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…
  B310112 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 2016
• BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID's.
  B840616 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2016
• BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. The ConnectedDrive Services are non-functional after a hardware exchange of the telematics control unit. This is not indicated b…
  B840516 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2016
• INFORMATION ON THE OPERATION OF THE SMART OPENER. INFORMATION ON THE OPERATION OF THE SMART OPENER MODEL F07 (5 Series Gran Turismo) F10 (5 Series) F12 (6 Series Convertible) F13 (…
  B661816 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2016
• TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS. Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. Trunk/tailgate may open while the vehicle is in motion. Usually after stopping, such as a traffic li…
  B513016 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 2016
• "Delivery Stop: Remove Engine Oil Label. Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until the label is removed. Vehicles at ports of entry will be reme…
  B511615 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2016
• NO HEATING IN ALCANTARA STEERING WHEEL. The Alcantara steering wheel, which is used in Competition Edition, does not contain heating elements.
  B320716 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Aug 1, 2016
• 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…
  B310112 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 1, 2016
• "IN-TANK FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (PUMP): LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS WITHOUT MILEAGE LIMITATION. INFORMATION On the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (""…
  B010515 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Aug 1, 2016
• Delivery Stop: Replace Rear Differential.
  B330416 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Jul 1, 2016
• "N63T - Drivetrain Malfunction Message after Driving for Several Hours This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 10 16 dated April 2016. ""Drivetrain Malfunction"" messag…
  B121016 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2016
• SERVICE ACTION: N63T ENGINE - CHECK AND REPLACE THE CRANKCASE VENTILATION HOSES. The crankcase ventilation hoses may become brittle and break when they come in contact with hot eng…
  B111216 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 2016
• 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 replacem…
  B621016 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2016
• "BMW Maintenance Program: 12-Volt Battery Replacement Measure. INFORMATION This bulletin outlines a customer satisfaction measure that has been designed exclusively for the BMW veh…
  B613014 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2016
• Delivery Stop - Check/Replace Windshield Sealing This Service Information Bulletin supersedes SI B51 15 16 dated June 2016. INFORMATION Reimbursement for this Service Action will b…
  B511516 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jun 1, 2016
• "N55 - ENGINE MALFUNCTION WARNING DUE TO VAPOR FORMING IN THE FUEL SYSTEM This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 05 16 dated April 2016. The Engine ""Drivetrain Malfun…
  B120516 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jun 1, 2016
• 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…
  B840314 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2016
• """Collision Warning Failed"" or ""Pedestrian Warning Failed"" CCM Display. While driving, a Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed advising of the following: Front collision war…
  B660916 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued May 1, 2016
• Unintentional Active ECO-PRO Bonus Miles Reset. Fluctations of fuel level (causing resistance changes in the level sensor) while vehicle is stationary, are interpreted as refueling…
  B620716 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued May 1, 2016
• Delivery Stop - Check/Replace Windshield Sealing.
  B511516 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued May 1, 2016
• Troubleshooting intermittent Steering Assistance with Electric Power Steering (EPS). Intermittent steering assistance failure CAUSE The power supply of the EPS control unit.
  B320616 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued May 1, 2016
• "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 W…
  B111715 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2016
• 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.…
  B110916 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 2016
• 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 …
  B110815 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 1, 2016
• SOS Malfunction Is Displayed In Kombi Sporadically. After engine start-up, a CCM (Check Control Message) for SOS malfunction is displayed in the Kombi and in the CID (Central Infor…
  B840715 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2016
• Front Seat Backrests Vibrates on Rough Roads. Both front seat backrests vibrate and rattle while driving over rough roads with the seat in an unloaded condition (no pressure applie…
  B520116 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Apr 1, 2016
• "N63T Drivetrain Malfunction Message after Driving for Several Hours. F01, F02, F07 Target integration level: F001-16-07-501 or higher ""Drivetrain Malfunction"" message displayed …
  B121016 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2016
• "N55 - Engine Malfunction Warning Due to Vapor Forming in the Fuel System. The Engine Drivetrain Malfunction"" Check Control warning is displayed and the Service Engine Soon (MIL) …
  B120516 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 1, 2016
• 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 …
  B110815 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Apr 1, 2016
• SOS Malfunction Is Displayed In Kombi Sporadically. After engine start-up, a CCM (Check Control Message) for SOS malfunction is displayed in the Kombi and in the CID (Central Infor…
  B840715 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2016
• "NBT-EVO Head Unit Cannot Be Swapped Between Vehicles for Testing. If an NBT-EVO head unit is swapped into a different vehicle it will enter a locked mode once it recognizes a diff…
  B651316 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2016
• NBT and Entry Head Unit Software Update for Improved Satellite Radio Reception. Poor Satellite Radio reception CAUSE After this software update there is a slight improvement in Sat…
  B650716 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2016
• NBT Head Unit Aborts Import of CD. While importing a CD to the internal music collection of an NBT head unit the process aborts. You will see 'import error' on the radio display wh…
  B650616 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2016
• "Air Conditioning Refrigerant R1234yf Introduction. Highlights of R-1234yf Meets SAE J2888_201301 ""This SAE Standard covers fittings, couplers, and hoses intended for connecting s…
  B640316 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2016
• 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 …
  B110815 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2016
• SUBJECT SOS Malfunction Is Displayed In Kombi Sporadically. After engine start-up, a CCM (Check Control Message) for SOS malfunction is displayed in the Kombi and in the CID (Centr…
  B840715 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Feb 1, 2016
• 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 Failur…
  B840314 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2016
• 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 Aud…
  B650216 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2016
• February 2016 General Electrical Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 03 14 dated May 2015. SUBJECT Check Control Messages Related to Batte…
  B610314 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2016
• 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. SUB…
  B130315 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2016
• "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. INFORMATIO…
  B111614 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2016
• 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…
  B650709 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2016
• 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 r…
  B613014 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2016
• "Heated rear window control module requires a software update. The electrical load of the heated rear window may cause the fuse to overheat and fail. AFFECTED VEHICLES Vehicles whi…
  B510116 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2016
• SI B16 15 14 January 2016 Fuel Supply Systems Technical Service.This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B16 15 14 dated December 2014, designates changes to this revision. …
  B161514 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2016
• Instrument Cluster Outside Temperature Display Implausible. INFORMATION This service information bulletin provides technical, diagnostic and/or repair-related information. Eligible…
  B621215 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2015
• "?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 revisi…
  B613014 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2015
• ?SI B34 06 14December 2015 BrakesTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 34 06 14 December 2014. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT M5 and M6 Fro…
  B340614 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Dec 1, 2015
• SI B16 09 15 Fuel Supply Systems. December 2015 Technical Service. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 26 01 15 dated November 2015. The wrong temperature sensor for th…
  B160915 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2015
• HU-H: Headunit Resets Intermittently or Permanently. The HU-H (Headunit-High) resets intermittently or permanently. ? The display is inoperative and there is no audio output ? Auto…
  B650915 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2015
• "Instrument Cluster display inoperative FC B7F689. The Instrument Cluster (Kombi) is intermittently inoperative with fault code B7F689 ""display backlighting and graphics PCB switc…
  B621015 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2015
• "Instrument Cluster display is partially blank. INFORMATION Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks or the BMW Certified…
  B620715 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2015
• Rear Window Defroster is Inoperative. The rear window defroster no longer works. Fuse 203 (30A) in the rear power distribution box is blown and the power distribution box may show …
  B612215 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2015
• 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…
  B110815 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Nov 1, 2015
• Instrument Cluster display is partially blank. The Instrument Cluster (Kombi) lower display may be intermittently blank. The Board Computer, Ambient Temperature and Check Control M…
  B620715 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2015
• N63 - Drivetrain Malfunction Warning with Quantity Control Valve Faults. The Drivetrain Malfunction message is displayed and any of the following faults for the quantity control va…
  B123715 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 2015
• ?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 …
  B110815 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Oct 1, 2015
• 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 Po…
  B270415 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Sep 1, 2015
• 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 sto…
  B270315 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 2015
• "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 ca…
  B111715 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2015
• NAV Road Map Installation Using USB Stick. INFORMATION The Navigation road map can be installed onto the head unit in the vehicle using a USB stick connected to the USB connector i…
  B651015 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2015
• "Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until the label is removed. Vehicles at ports of entry will be remedied prior to dealer delivery. On affect…
  B511615 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2015
• "?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 …
  B130215 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jul 1, 2015
• "In-Tank Fuel Delivery Module (Pump): Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years Without Mileage Limitation. INFORMATION On the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (""…
  B010515 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Jul 1, 2015
• Service Action: Programming Control Units. Sporadically the vehicle cannot be started, due to a discharged battery caused by a software glitch in the instrument cluster.
  B620415 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2015
• "BMW Maintenance Program: 12-Volt Battery Replacement Measure. INFORMATION This bulletin outlines a customer satisfaction measure that has been designed exclusively for the BMW veh…
  B613014 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2015
• 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…
  B310112 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jun 1, 2015
• HU-H: Headunit Resets Intermittently or Permanently. The HU-H (Headunit-High) resets intermittently or permanently. ? The display is inoperative and there is no audio output ? Auto…
  B650915 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2015
• Check Control Messages Related to Battery Charge During Cold Ambient Temperatures. On cold days with an outside ambient temperature of less than 15°F, customers may notice a check …
  B610314 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2015
• 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 th…
  B360215 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued May 1, 2015
• Service Action: N63 Replace High-Pressure Fuel Pumps. The high-pressure pump may fail, resulting in an engine malfunction warning and reduced engine output.
  B130215 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued May 1, 2015
• "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 N…
  B111614 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 1, 2015
• 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…
  B110815 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 1, 2015
• Surround View Camera Last User Mode Operation Change. After programming with ISTA/P 2.53.5 or a more recent version, the rear camera view is displayed when the reverse gear is sele…
  B660115 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Apr 1, 2015
• "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…
  B110614 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2015
• One or both of the situations listed below may be encountered: ? Android device connection stability (dropped calls) ? Third-Party App Metadata: The album art and song title do not…
  B840514 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2015
• N63T: Oxygen Sensor Internal Resistance Faults. The Service Engine Soon light comes on with either or both of the following faults stored in the DME memory: ? 12B701 - Oxygen senso…
  B121615 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 2015
• "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 N…
  B111614 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Mar 1, 2015
• "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…
  B110715 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Mar 1, 2015
• "Airbag Warning Light: ACSM FC 930A60 or 930A1C Seat Occupancy Detection. According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be on when the vehicle arrives …
  650414 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Feb 1, 2015
• "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 revi…
  613014 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2015
• Check Control Messages Related to Battery Charge During Cold Ambient Temperatures. On cold days with an outside ambient temperature of less than 15°F, customers may notice a check …
  610314 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2015
• SI B27 02 13February 2015 Intermediate and Special Transmission Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B27 02 13 dated June 2013. designates changes to t…
  270213 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2015
• "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. INFORM…
  111614 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Feb 1, 2015
• "MSUBJECT iPhone and iOS 8.x Information. INFORMATION With the release of iOS 8.0, please be aware of the important functional change noted below: Scenario: z The customer leaves t…
  840115 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2015
• This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 24 13 dated January 2014. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Headunit-High: INITIAL Enabling Code Is Not Accepted Via I…
  652413 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2015
• This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 13 12 dated September 2012. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Headunit High: Navigation System Road Map Usage. INFORMA…
  651312 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2015
• 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 N…
  651009 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2015
• 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 T…
  650509 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2015
• "This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 03 13 dated August 2013. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT High Battery Discharge Warning: Battery Needs Replacement.…
  610313 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2015
• "SUBJECT N55: Slight Surging at Constant Speeds when Accelerating Very Lightly. The vehicle shudders or surges slightly while driving at constant speeds and applying the accelerato…
  120915 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jan 1, 2015
• 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 fau…
  120415 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jan 1, 2015
• "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. INFORMA…
  110614 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2015
• SUBJECT Deleting DME Adaptations After Crankshaft Sensor-related Repairs. The erroneous misfire faults are stored, and the Service Engine Soon light (MIL) illuminates The ISTA Serv…
  110215 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2015
• Service Action: Bluetooth Software (KISU Data) Update. This Service Action is being released to improve customer satisfaction as we strive to be number 1 in the JD Power Initial Qu…
  840514 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Dec 1, 2014
• 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 custome…
  840412 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Dec 1, 2014
• Automated Activation of Navigation System During PDI/QC1. INFORMATION Important: The INITIAL NAV enabling code no longer needs to be pre-ordered through the Parts department! When …
  652214 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2014
• BMW Maintenance Program: 12-Volt Battery Replacement Measure.
  613014 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Dec 1, 2014
• M5 and M6 Front Axle Brake Squeak with Compound Brake System. A squeaking noise can be heard when braking from a slow speed. This situation may apply to M5 and M6 vehicles fitted w…
  340614 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued Dec 1, 2014
• Dynamic Stability Control Unit (DSC) Aborted when Programming Vehicle. If termination of vehicle programming occurs due to: A. Undervoltage (when the vehicle is connected to an app…
  340514 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2014
• NVLD Tank Leakage FC 190302 Fuel Tank Ventilation and Purge Air System Micro Leak. The engine malfunction warning is illuminated and the following fault code is stored in the DME m…
  161514 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Dec 1, 2014
• 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:…
  130712 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2014
• Engine Malfunction Warning Illuminated with FC 193208: Fuel Level Plausibility Stored in DME. The customer states that the engine malfunction warning lamp is illuminated and, while…
  122114 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Dec 1, 2014
• 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 0…
  111614 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2014
• The test plan will help identify the actual oil level, and advise the amount that will need to be added to correctly fill the engine when topping up. When performing the scheduled …
  110713 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2014
• 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…
  110614 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2014
• Vehicle inTransport Mode Cannot Be Unlocked with Remote Control. When the vehicle is in transport mode, intermittently it cannot be unlocked via the remote control key. CAUSE When …
  652013 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2014
• 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 c…
  610314 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2014
• This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B51 33 14 dated October 2014. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT New "Gas Door Operation" Instruction Label. Initial qualit…
  513314 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 2014
• N63TU Engine: Engine Oil Consumption. The customer complains that the "low engine oil" message is displayed too frequently. CAUSE The cause is related to, but not limited to, one o…
  110413 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2014
• 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 inc…
  8403014 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2014
• Side View Camera Does Not Display Picture. The side view camera does not display a picture: z After engaging reverse gear z Activating the side view camera via the switch on the ce…
  660814 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Oct 1, 2014
• DWA Siren Malfunction. When the anti-theft alarm (DWA) is triggered, the horn comes on instead of the alarm siren. DWA internal monitoring is too sensitive.
  651914 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Oct 1, 2014
• LED Low Beam Flashes Briefly After Ignition Switched ON. 1. The low beam flashes briefly after the ignition is switched ON. This situation can be duplicated every time the vehicle …
  631114 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Oct 1, 2014
• DCT Transmission: Oil Leakage Diagnosis. INFORMATION Incorrect diagnosis of DCT (Double-clutch Transmission) oil leaks may lead to unnecessary part replacements and repeat customer…
  280114 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 2014
• Bmw: on some vehicles, when starting, low beam, with 0552 option, would briefly flashes, due to a faulty led main light module that needs replacing. Model 2008-14 f01, f02, f06, f0…
  SIB-63-11-14 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Oct 1, 2014
• N63T: Improvements to Bosch Spark Plug. Various engine performance symptoms could occur if the spark plug insulator becomes damaged: * The Service Engine Soon (MIL) may be on with …
  122514 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2014
• Bang & Olufsen Sound System: Loudspeaker Cover Rattles. The top center loudspeaker cover rattles when driving on rough roads. CAUSE Poor loudspeaker cover fitment to the speaker as…
  511613 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Aug 1, 2014
• ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This Service Information bulletin is being publi…
  840214 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2014
• Rear View Camera Does Not Display Image on CID. After engaging the reverse gear, the reversing camera does not display a picture in the CID (Central Information Display). CAUSE The…
  660614 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Jul 1, 2014
• Front Collision Warning Check Control Message Displayed in CID. Occasionally while driving, a check control message (CCM) for Front Collision Warning is displayed in the Central In…
  660414 · Technical service bulletin · Forward Collision Avoidance · issued Jul 1, 2014
• When Unlocking with Comfort Access the Outside Door Mirrors Are in the Wrong Position. The vehicle is locked with one remote key and then enters sleep mode. The vehicle is then unl…
  652113 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2014
• Headunit High Is Constantly Resetting. After connecting a mobile device via Bluetooth, the Headunit High (HU-H) constantly resets. This is because the mobile device paired/connecte…
  650214 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2014
• Check Control Messages Related to Battery Charge During Cold Ambient Temperatures. On cold days with an outside ambient temperature of less than 15°F, customers may notice a check …
  610314 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2014
• 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 inc…
  840314 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2014
• RDC: Incorrect Tire Position Displayed with Air Pressure Drop. When there is a low tire pressure warning, in some cases the position of the affected tire may be incorrectly display…
  360314 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Jun 1, 2014
• Condition Based Service Due Date Is Reset to 01/2000. The Condition Based Service (CBS) due date is reset to 01/2000 and cannot be updated for: * Oil Service * Check Vehicle Note: …
  620613 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2014
• 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 ha…
  360211 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued May 1, 2014
• Incorrect Remaining Service Life from CBS Data for Brake Pads. The yellow "Service Due" warning message lights up in the instrument cluster, even though the brake pad thickness is …
  340213 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 1, 2014
• 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…
  310112 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued May 1, 2014
• 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:…
  130712 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued May 1, 2014
• Traffic Information Is Inoperative. The traffic information is intermittently or permanently inoperative. * Traffic flow is not displayed on the navigation map. * The traffic list …
  650514 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2014
• 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 c…
  610314 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2014
• Groaning Noise from Front Axle. Groaning noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or over uneven road surfaces. CAUSE…
  310312 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 1, 2014
• 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:…
  130712 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Apr 1, 2014
• ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Information and Availability. ConnectedDrive features are partially or completely inoperative. Examples of some of these features are listed below:…
  840114 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2014
• """Increased battery discharge!"" CC Message upon Startup. CAUSE A software error in the Intelligent Battery Sensor causes an incorrect State of Charge (SoC) to be stored in the DM…
  612213 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2014
• Fitting Winter Tires Properly to Vehicles with Ceramic Brakes. Wheel studs may loosen after wheels for the rear axle are incorrectly fitted to the front axle on vehicles equipped w…
  360114 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Mar 1, 2014
• N55 Engine: Erroneous Service Engine Soon Lamp Illuminated with Mixture Faults Stored in the DME. INFORMATION There is an error in the current version of ETK regarding N55 fuel inj…
  130413 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Mar 1, 2014
• My BMW Remote iPhone App No Longer Controls Headlight or Horn. After programming the vehicle with ISTA/P 2.49.x or higher, the headlight and the horn can no longer be controlled us…
  840913 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2014
• iPhone Charging Status Constantly Switches On and Off. INFORMATION Do not replace any other parts! Advise the customer that he/she must use one of the following: * The original App…
  840613 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2014
• Headunit-High: Navigation Road Map Installation After Replacement. When replacing the HU-H, the road map database version that was in the defective HU-H must be installed in the ne…
  652313 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2014
• "Airbag Warning Light: ACSM FC 930A60 Seat Occupancy Detection. According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be on when the vehicle arrives in the wor…
  650414 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Feb 1, 2014
• The Condition Based Service (CBS) due date is reset to 01/2000 and cannot be updated for: * Oil Service * Check Vehicle Note: No fault code is stored Software error in the Instrume…
  620613 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2014
• My BMW Remote iPhone App No Longer Controls Headlight or Horn. After programming the vehicle with ISTA/P 2.49.x or higher, the headlight and the horn can no longer be controlled us…
  840913 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2014
• 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…
  653009 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2014
• "ConnectedDrive/BMW ASSIST Features Are Inoperative. ConnectedDrive features are partially or completely inoperative. * No traffic information (RTTI / ARTTI) * BMW ASSIST ""My Info…
  652513 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2014
• Headunit-High: INITIAL Enabling Code Is Not Accepted Via I-Drive. INFORMATION Do not replace any parts. NOTE: First time activation of the navigation system should always be perfor…
  652413 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2014
• 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, eve…
  630414 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jan 1, 2014
• """Increased battery discharge!"" CC Message upon Startup. CAUSE A software error in the Intelligent Battery Sensor causes an incorrect State of Charge (SoC) to be stored in the DM…
  612213 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 2013
• "Service Action: Program Control Units (CAS). The Car Access System (CAS) software is incorrect, allowing the rear deck lid to be open when the convertible top compartment cover is…
  611813 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2013
• Bang & Olufsen Sound System: Loudspeaker Cover Rattles. The top center loudspeaker cover rattles when driving on rough roads. CAUSE Poor loudspeaker cover fitment to the speaker as…
  511613 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2013
• Incorrect Remaining Service Life from CBS Data for Brake Pads. The calculated remaining service life for the brake pads (front and/or rear axle) from the CBS data does not match th…
  340213 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Nov 1, 2013
• ?Service Action: Program Control Units (Oil Level Sensor). Due to a signal error from the oil level sensor, the vehicle could display an erroneous message indicating that an oil se…
  121913 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Nov 1, 2013
• N63: Service Engine Soon Lamp (MIL) Is On with Fault 1D2008 Stored. Under certain low-load driving conditions at low outside ambient temperatures, the following fault may be stored…
  121813 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Nov 1, 2013
• 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 driv…
  121713 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Nov 1, 2013
• Installation of a new CIS (capacitive sensing passenger occupancy mat) will not enable with ISTA/P. Wrong coding in the spare part from the supplier
  651113 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Oct 1, 2013
• "IHKA Operating Panel Buttons Are Peeling. INFORMATION As noted in ETK: In case of surface damage to buttons, use the button cap repair kit. Use and claim the part number for the "…
  640113 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2013
• 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:…
  130712 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Oct 1, 2013
• N55 Engine: Erroneous Service Engine Soon Lamp Illuminated with Mixture Faults Stored in the DME. INFORMATION An error has been identified in the current version of ETK regarding N…
  130413 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Oct 1, 2013
• "N63T: Drive Malfunction Message with Rail Pressure Sensor Fault Stored. The Check Control Message ""Drive, drive moderately"" is displayed with any of the following rail pressure …
  121413 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Oct 1, 2013
• 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 l…
  110713 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 2013
• N55 Engine: Erroneous Service Engine Soon Lamp Illuminated with Mixture Faults Stored in the DME. INFORMATION An error has been identified in the current version of ETK regarding N…
  130413 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Sep 1, 2013
• "The customer complains that the ""low engine oil"" message is displayed too frequently. CAUSE The cause is related to, but not limited to, one or more of the following components …
  110413 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 2013
• HU-H: SDARS Radio Stations Cannot Be Stored in PRESET Menu. The SIRIUS/XM satellite radio (SDARS) stations cannot be stored in the PRESET menu. * No fault code related to this issu…
  651913 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2013
• ? Bang & Olufsen Sound System: Loudspeaker Illumination. One or more of the following situations may occur concerning the illumination of the Bang & Olufsen sound system loudspeake…
  650813 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2013
• "FRM3 Will Not Communicate with ISTA. When diagnosing the vehicle with ISTA, the FRM3 (Footwell Module) is shown as not responding in the vehicle test. The customer may report one …
  630513 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2013
• 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…
  310112 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 1, 2013
• The Service Engine Soon Lamp On with Post Oxygen Sensor Faults Stored. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) lamp is on and the following faults are stored in the DME fault code memory. BN…
  120613 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 2013
• Condition Based Service Due Date Is Reset to 01/2000. The Condition Based Service (CBS) due date is reset to 01/2000 and cannot be updated for: * Oil Service * Check Vehicle Note: …
  620613 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2013
• "Service Action: Program Control Units (CAS). The Car Access System (CAS) was incorrectly coded with ISTA/P 2.49.2 or earlier, causing the anti-theft alarm system panic button on t…
  611313 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2013
• Rattling Noise from Windshield Defroster Vents. Rattling noises can be heard from the instrument panel where the defroster vents are located.
  511113 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jun 1, 2013
• Water Leaking into Trunk. Water leaks into the trunk on the left or right side. CAUSE The trunk lid hinge bracket fastener is not sealed to the body properly.
  510813 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jun 1, 2013
• Squeaking Noises when Steering Wheel Is Turned. There are squeaking noises from the steering spindle when the steering wheel is turned. The steering spindle sleeve's plastic bearin…
  320113 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jun 1, 2013
• Knocking Noise from Driveline During Low-speed Turning. A cracking or knocking noise is heard from the driveline on sharp turns at low driving speeds (<15 mph). CAUSE Software cali…
  270213 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 1, 2013
• iPhone Charging Status Constantly Switches On and Off. Do not replace any other parts! Advise the customer that he/she must use one of the following: * The original Apple iPhone/iP…
  840613 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2013
• TCB: Emergency Call Is Erroneously Triggered. An emergency call is erroneously made with no input from the driver. The following fault codes are stored in the TCB: * 0xB7F325 - Eme…
  840513 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2013
• Parking Assistant Inoperative After Programming. The parking assistant system does not function correctly. One or more of the following scenarios may occur: * Unable to activate th…
  660313 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2013
• "Service Action: Program Control Units (CAS). After programming/coding the vehicle with ISTA/P 2.48.1 or earlier, the Car Access System (CAS) was incorrectly coded. This causes the…
  613812 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2013
• Front Seat Has Side-to-Side Play and Can Make Noises When Cornering. 4.Remove the front seat outer cover panel by pulling the trim forward from the retaining clips. The front seat …
  520413 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued May 1, 2013
• Center Console Makes Clicking Noises. The driver's or passenger's side of the center console may make a creaking noise when lateral force is applied, such as pressure from a leg or…
  511013 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2013
• Water Leaking into Trunk. Water leaks into the trunk on the left or right side. CAUSE The trunk lid hinge bracket fastener is not sealed to the body properly.
  510813 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued May 1, 2013
• 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' O…
  340612 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued May 1, 2013
• Incorrect Remaining Service Life from CBS Data for Brake Pads. The calculated remaining service life for the brake pads (front and/or rear axle) from the CBS data does not match th…
  340213 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 1, 2013
• "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 fol…
  270212 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 2013
• 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:…
  130712 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 1, 2013
• "N63: Engine Malfunction Warning Due to Vapor Forming in the Fuel System. The Engine Malfunction warning is displayed and the Service Engine Soon (MIL) Lamp is on. This situation m…
  122211 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 1, 2013
• "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 ""t…
  110113 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 1, 2013
• "Headunit-High: CID Is Blank and ""NO SIGNAL"" Is Displayed. Intermittently the Central Information Display (CID) is blank and ""NO SIGNAL"" is displayed on the CID. ??Fault Code B…
  651313 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2013
• MRed or Blue Cap Missing from Temperature Control Wheel. The customer states the red or blue cap is missing from the temperature control wheel of the heat and air conditioning cont…
  640113 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2013
• Hill Descent Control Inoperative After Programming with ISTA/P 2.49.0 or 2.49.1. Hill Descent Control is inoperative after programming the vehicle with ISTA/P versions 2.49.0. or 2…
  340513 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2013
• Rattling Noise from Rear Axle. A rattling noise is heard from the rear axle when driving over rough or uneven road surfaces. Internal tolerances of front and rear shocks
  330212 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 1, 2013
• 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 …
  110113 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2013
• "TCB: Emergency Call Is Disabled. A Check Control message shows ""Emergency call failure."" When the SOS button is pressed, the call is not made by the TCB (Telematics Communicatio…
  840413 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2013
• CIS Seat Mat Replacement. Installation of a new CIS (capacitive sensing passenger occupancy mat) will not enable with ISTA/P. Wrong coding in the spare part from the supplier
  651113 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Mar 1, 2013
• 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.
  651009 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2013
• Advanced Onboard Battery Diagnostics. INFORMATION Starting with the introduction of the F10 (5 Series), an advanced intelligent battery sensor has been used. This now makes it poss…
  610211 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2013
• "Front Crash-Active Headrest Has Limited Height Adjustment. INFORMATION This bulletin will help you understand the features of the crash-active headrest and explain the benefits to…
  520113 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Mar 1, 2013
• 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:…
  130712 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Mar 1, 2013
• 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…
  121611 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Mar 1, 2013
• Front Seat Lumbar Support Not Working. The lumbar support does not function properly or at all for one or both front seats. CAUSE In most cases, the lumbar knob will rotate with li…
  M520113 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Feb 1, 2013
• Damage to Side Airbag Trim Mount on Front Seat. The side airbag trim mount on the left or right seat is separated (damaged). The damage occurred during a previous seat repair.
  720113 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Feb 1, 2013
• Bang & Olufsen Sound System: Loudspeaker Illumination. INFORMATION Do not replace parts and do not perform a repair attempt! Explain to the customer that loudspeaker illumination c…
  650813 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Feb 1, 2013
• HiFi Audio System: Audio Intermittently Cuts Out in All Audio Modes. Intermittently, the audio cuts out in all audio modes (e.g,. AM/FM radio, Satellite radio, CD/DVD, AUX-In, etc.…
  650713 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2013
• IHKA Operating Panel Buttons Are Peeling.
  640113 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2013
• Head-Up Display: M View Defaults to Standard View. INFORMATION Do not replace any parts. Since this is part of the Head-Up Display concept change, it is normal operation after prog…
  620413 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2013
• Instrument Cluster Only Displays Background Image and Gear Indicator. The display in the instrument cluster intermittently only shows the background image and the gear indicator. *…
  620213 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2013
• Advanced Onboard Battery Diagnostics. Starting with the introduction of the F10 (5 Series), an advanced intelligent battery sensor has been used. This now makes it possible for the…
  610211 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2013
• Grating/Grinding Noise from the Center Console. A grating noise can be heard coming from the left front side of the front console trim panel, where it meets the instrument panel, e…
  513012 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2013
• Head-Up Display Is Too Dark. The Head-up Display (HUD) is too dark. Rain/light/solar/condensation sensor (RLSB) hardware error
  621012 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jan 1, 2013
• Incorrect Remaining Service Life from CBS Data for Brake Pads. The calculated remaining service life for the brake pads (front and/or rear axle) from the CBS data does not match th…
  340213 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jan 1, 2013
• 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:…
  130712 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jan 1, 2013
• N63: Engine Malfunction Warning Due to Vapor Forming in the Fuel System. The Engine Malfunction warning is displayed and the Service Engine Soon (MIL) Lamp is on. This situation ma…
  122211 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jan 1, 2013
• 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 (…
  652212 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2012
• "Service Action: Program Control Units (CAS). After programming/coding the vehicle with ISTA/P 2.48.1 or earlier, the Car Access System (CAS) was incorrectly coded. This causes the…
  613812 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2012
• Front Door Window/Rear Side Window Reverses when Closing. When using the automatic window closing feature, intermittently the rear window automatically reverses. CAUSE Sensitivity …
  512312 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 1, 2012
• Service Action: Replace Integrated Chassis Control Module (ICM). Due to a hardware fault in the ICM control module, an error code may be stored during engine start. If this conditi…
  340112 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2012
• Rattling Noise from Rear Axle. A rattling noise is heard from the rear axle when driving over rough or uneven road surfaces. Internal tolerances of rear shocks
  330212 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Dec 1, 2012
• Groaning Noise from Front Axle. Groaning noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or over uneven road surfaces. CAUSE…
  310312 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Dec 1, 2012
• "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 mus…
  651512 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2012
• Front Door Window/Rear Side Window Reverses when Closing. When using the automatic window closing feature, intermittently the rear window automatically reverses. CAUSE Sensitivity …
  512312 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 1, 2012
• 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…
  310112 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 2012
• "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 foll…
  130612 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Oct 1, 2012