2018 BMW M550I service bulletins & manufacturer communications

285 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2018 BMW M550I. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.

• The Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Front Passenger’s Seat Occupancy Capacitive Interior Sensor (CIS) Mat for defects in materials and/or workmanship that causes a false seat …
  B720125 · Warranty extension · Air Bags · issued Apr 18, 2025
• One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
  B630418 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 14, 2024
• The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
  B510819 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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
• Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop. CAUSE Material-
  B340714 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Oct 13, 2023
• ?The sunroof will not operate in either direction.
  B540521 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 2023
• ?The front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted.
  B520121 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Aug 1, 2023
• ?Unusual noises occur only when operating the steering column in the axial direction.
  B320223 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Aug 1, 2023
• The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more (38 F to 60 F +) witho…
  B640821 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jun 1, 2023
• Headlight check control (CC) message 128 "High beam headlight failure" is displayed. The following fault codes are stored during a vehicle test: 80419A - Left high-beam headlight: …
  B630821 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2023
• A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
  B320420 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jun 1, 2023
• A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system (NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). For this condition, the following faul…
  B160123 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jun 1, 2023
• BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop effective June 6, 2023 on certain Model Year 2023 - 2024 BMW vehicles that were produced between October 26, 2022 and May 8, 2023.
  B120323 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2023
• With the introduction of the BMW Remote Software Upgrade, all Service Pack 18 vehicles and partial Service Pack 15 vehicles may receive new functionality or modifications in their …
  B090221 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2023
• Radiator Grille Upper and Lower Active Air Flaps limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles as determined from the origina…
  B011219 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · 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
• Due to a software error, the vehicle sporadically does not achieve sleep mode. As a result, the 12-volt battery becomes discharged and may cause a no-start condition.
  B610123 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2023
• Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
  B514616 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 1, 2023
• Issues with the various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (KAFAS system) can possibly lead to following customer complaints: KAFAS camera system deactivates i…
  SIB660823 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2023
• Customer is shown an incorrect GPS location in the vehicle (i.e., Nav Map, coordinates).
  B841422 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 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 · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2023
• Customer states there is no audio playback (telephony, navigation, radio) and system sounds (PDC, turn indicators, acoustic signals) may also have failed.
  B651623 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2023
• One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
  B630418 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 1, 2023
• Due to a software error, the vehicle sporadically does not achieve sleep mode. As a result, the 12-volt battery becomes discharged and may cause a no-start condition.
  B610123 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2023
• A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
  B320420 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Mar 1, 2023
• There is a howling or whistling noise from under the vehicle at 30 -37 mph (50 -60 km/h) when driving after a cold start, when the outside temperature is 32 F (0 C) or lower.
  B260422 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 2023
• BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop: Due to a software failure, there is the possibility that the transmission does not go into "sleep mode" if the car is turned off.
  B240223 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2023
• There is a howling or whistling noise from under the vehicle at 30 -37 mph (50 -60 km/h) when driving after a cold start, when the outside temperature is 32 F (0 C) or lower. The n…
  B260422 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2023
• Customer is shown an incorrect GPS location in the vehicle (i.e., Nav Map, coordinates).
  B841422 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2022
• Due to a software error, Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) and Remote Support are currently not possible. Additionally, the Integrated Owner's Handbook cannot be displayed.
  B613322 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2022
• The saved steering column positions, vertical and horizontal, are not stored long term.
  B612922 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Dec 1, 2022
• There is a howling or whistling noise from under the vehicle at 30 -37 mph (50 -60 km/h) when driving after a cold start, when the outside temperature is 32F (0C) or lower.
  B260422 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2022
• A cracking, metallic noise from under the center of the vehicle.
  B240222 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 1, 2022
• Coolant leaking from the engine compartment. Traces of coolant leaking from the expansion tank of the low temperature cooling system.
  B170617 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2022
• The sunroof will not operate in either direction. There are NO faults stored related to the sunroof. If the vehicle has any faults stored related to the sunroof, this bulletin does…
  B540521 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Nov 1, 2022
• The customer complains that the radio stations change by themselves.
  B651922 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 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 · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 1, 2022
• After programming, the customer may complain that the Sport Mode display is not fully displayed in the instrument cluster. Instead of a red background in sport mode, the background…
  B620322 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2022
• After opening the vehicle with the radio remote control and changing the profile, the exterior mirror settings are lost.
  B611222 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 1, 2022
• The sound output intermittently drops out entirely. This can be reproduced with all audio sources as well as telephone and voice output.
  SIB650922 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 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's Radiator Grille Upp…
  SIB011219 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 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's Leak Diagnosis Modu…
  SIB010921 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2022
• Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column. Note: Opening…
  SIB662419 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2022
• The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more (38 F to 60 F +) witho…
  SIB640821 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jun 1, 2022
• BMW offers a new special ISTA Installation made available for Roadside Assistance / Mobile Service technicians. The new ISTA Version is also able to be used in case of a Remote Sof…
  SIB090121 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 2022
• Note: Before performing a repair and submitting a claim, first confirm that the vehicle has the above Notice of Limited Warranty Extension in the DCSnet Warranty Inquiry Vehicle Co…
  SIB010121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2022
• The functionality of the right rear SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the "Driving Assistance" Check Control Message.
  SIB660820 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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
• When using the Key Reader to retrieve information from the customer's key, no current vehicle data is available.
  SIB610822 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2022
• Check Control Message (CCM) displays "Vehicle key missing" after engine start.
  SIB610722 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2022
• BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Service Action on certain Model Year 2019-2020 BMW Plug-In HybridElectric (PHEV) vehicles that were produced between March 25, 2019, and October 17…
  SIB610222 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2022
• Sport mode is not displayed correctly in the instrument cluster. Instead of a red background in sport mode, the background is displayed in blue (like in Eco Pro mode). Software in …
  B620222 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2022
• Check Control message (CCM) displays "Vehicle key missing" after engine start.
  B610722 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2022
• 48 V battery may become totally discharged, and possible replacement needed.
  B610121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2022
• The customer complains that under moderate throttle application or on deceleration after throttle application, a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is displayed in the instrument clu…
  B121021 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Apr 1, 2022
• Information updated about engine oil filter cap drain plug. When performing an engine oil service on vehicles equipped with a N63M, N63B or S63M engines; the ETK states to use "Set…
  B110621 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2022
• The belt pulley on the mechanical coolant pump may fracture allowing the engine drive belt to come off the coolant pump and alternator.
  B110521 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2022
• The steering intervention for Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is too strong (severe), which can create an uncomfortable feeling for the driver. Background: Steering intervention helps…
  B661519 · Technical service bulletin · Lane Departure · issued Mar 1, 2022
• No heater output in passenger area.
  B640322 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 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 Feb 1, 2022
• In some rare cases a customer vehicle might be excluded from one or more Remote Software Upgrade(RSU) campaigns. This SIB gives an overview how to identify these vehicles and how t…
  B090321 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Feb 1, 2022
• BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective June 9, 2021) on certain Model Year 2021 BMW vehicles that were produced between May 7, 2021 and May 21, 2021. The Receiver Audio Modul…
  B651221 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2022
• BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Service Action on certain Model Year 2019-2020 BMW Plug-In Hybrid-Electric (PHEV) vehicles that were produced between March 25, 2019, and October 1…
  B610222 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2022
• Temporary black screen in the instrument cluster.
  B620122 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2022
• The belt pulley on the mechanical coolant pump may fracture allowing the engine drive belt to come off the coolant pump and alternator.
  B110521 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2022
• While using the wireless charger, one or both of the following may occur: 1) The BMW display key or mobile phone becomes hot to the touch. 2) The device switches off due to over te…
  B840917 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2021
• The SIM card installed in the telematics control unit (ATM2) connects to different mobile providers' networks. However, due to a missing parameter, this does not work and can cause…
  B840621 · Technical service bulletin · Communication · issued Dec 1, 2021
• Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
  B662419 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2021
• SiriusXM satellite radio is not working and does not display a channel list.
  B652121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2021
• A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
  B320420 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Nov 1, 2021
• ???Due to an unfavorable operating point primarily in the low-end torque range, the fuel vapor scavenging that takes place in that range may result in incorrect detection of a mixt…
  B121221 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Nov 1, 2021
• ???When charging the vehicle with an Occasional Use Charger (OUC) after previously using a Wallbox charger, the selected charging current might not be displayed correctly in the in…
  B121121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2021
• The customer complains that under moderate throttle application or on deceleration after throttle application, a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is displayed in the instrument clu…
  B121021 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Nov 1, 2021
• BMW offers a new special ISTA Installation made available for Roadside Assistance / Mobile Service technicians.
  B090121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2021
• For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Charge Air Intercooler to: 15 years/150,000 miles as determined by…
  B010221 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2021
• For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's delivery unit with in-tank pump to: 15 years/150,000 miles as dete…
  B010121 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Nov 1, 2021
• BMW of North America (BMW NA) has made information available online to customers about software versions, including any changes to vehicle functionality that will result from each …
  B001020 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2021
• The "energy management" Check control message (ID code 415) is falsely displayed when entering the vehicle.
  B611621 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2021
• The BMW Gesture Control function may fail permanently as a result of high temperature fluctuations.
  B611421 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2021
• The sunroof will not operate in either direction.
  B540521 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2021
• A faulty componnent inside the trunk spindle drive.
  B511921 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2021
• Customer states the following about their vehicle: active radio or music source is interrupted, the navigation is no longer available, a black screen is shown in the Control Displa…
  B650919 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2021
• In some rare cases a customer vehicle might be excluded from one or more Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) campaigns. This SIB gives an overview how to identify these vehicles and how …
  B090321 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2021
• With the introduction of BMW Remote Software Upgrade, all Service Pack 18 vehicles and partial Service Pack 15 vehicles may receive new functionalities or modifications in their fe…
  B090221 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2021
• Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle maynot start when placing the key against the steering column.
  B662419 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Sep 1, 2021
• The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more (38F to 60F +) without…
  B640821 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2021
• Only warm air comes out of the vents despite the air conditioning being switched on. The status indicator LED on the air conditioning control panel (IHKA) lights up green.
  B640721 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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
• When charging the vehicle with an Occasional Use Charger (OUC) after previously using a Wallbox charger,the selected charging current might not be displayed correctly in the instru…
  B120821 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2021
• A software optimization affecting vehicle performance has been made available.
  SIB120421 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2021
• When the vehicle is operated in Sport Mode, the engine speed is no longer displayed in the BMW Head-Up Display (HUD).
  SIB 62 03 21 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 2021
• Check control message (CCM-ID 49) "You can continue driving. Drivetrain". In addition, the following information is shown on the Central Information Display (CID): "You can continu…
  SIB 61 09 21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2021
• The customer may complain of a check control message stating "Safe share detected" (CCM-ID 953). Check control message can be verified by checking key reader information or perform…
  SIB 61 04 21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2021
• 48 V battery may become totally discharged, and possible replacement needed if: a) The vehicle has been charged using a 12 V charger with the hood closed during a long stationary p…
  SIB 61 01 21 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2021
• The top view image of the vehicle is misaligned when observed in the Control Information Display (CID). When the vehicle is parked in a parking spot with line markings, it is clear…
  B662919 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2021
• The BMW key card cannot be activated. The activation menu in the BMW iDrive is missing.
  B651721 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2021
• BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective June 9, 2021) on certain Model Year 2021 BMW vehicles that were produced between May 7, 2021 and May 21, 2021. The Receiver Audio Modul…
  B651221 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2021
• BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective June 9, 2021) on certain Model Year 2021 BMW vehicles that were produced between May 7, 2021 and May 21, 2021. The Receiver Audio Modul…
  B651221 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Jun 1, 2021
• SiriusXM satellite radio is not working and does not display a channel list.
  B651121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Jun 1, 2021
• One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
  B630418 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jun 1, 2021
• The total electrically driven miles are lost/reset after the vehicle is programmed. This does not affect the total vehicle odometer reading.
  B620221 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Jun 1, 2021
• Some of the vehicles listed above which were initially identified as requiring Recall Campaign 20V-601 - HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY to be performed and completed are now no longer includ…
  B612420 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2021
• The customer may complain of a check control message stating "Safe share detected" (CCM-ID 953). Check control message can be verified by checking key reader information or perform…
  B610421 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2021
• The driver's seat and/or passenger seat rattles ("cracking" noise) during load reversal. There is a slight movement in the seat that is most noticeable when moving forwards and bac…
  B520621 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Jun 1, 2021
• Front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted
  B520121 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Jun 1, 2021
• Upon visual inspection, the passenger side upper active air flaps are either stuck open or closed, and they will not move.
  B512219 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · 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 · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2021
• REMOTE 3D VIEW NOT AVAILABLE: Remote 3D View cannot be launched In the BMW ConnectedDrive App.
  B840220 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2021
• BMW CONNECTEDDRIVE SERVICES ARE NOT AVAILABLE: The BMW ConnectedDrive services are not available for an extended period.
  B840120 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2021
• REMOTE CONTROL IS NOT DETECTED: Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle maynot start when placing the key against the…
  B662419 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2021
• DELIVERY STOP: RADIO REMOTE CONTROL M SPORT: Vehicles were delivered with the wrong radioremote control (without motion sensor) whichdecreases the theft-proofing against rangeexten…
  B660321 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2021
• HU-H3 MGU RESETS DUE TO BLUETOOTH CONNECTION WITH SAMSUNG ANDROID 11 : The head unit resets when using various apps (e.g., YouTube, Spotify, etc) on the connected mobile phone. Thi…
  B650721 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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
• RETROFIT SATELLITE RADIO (OPTION CODE SA655): The affected vehicles were produced with Preparation BMW Satellite Radio (option code SA 693) instead of with Satellite Radio (option …
  B650421 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 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…
  B360121 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued Apr 1, 2021
• TOP VIEW CAMERA IMAGE IS MISALIGNED: The top view image of the vehicle is misaligned when observed in the Control Information Display (CID).
  B662919 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Mar 1, 2021
• REMOTE-CONTROL PARKING FAILS AFTER ENGINE START: When trying to park the vehicle using remote-control parking, the function fails after engine start.
  B660121 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2021
• AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM DOES NOT DIM AUTOMATICALLY: The automatic high beams may not automatically dim to low beams.
  B630421 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 1, 2021
• REAR LIGHT FAULTY CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE: The CID displays "Left brake light faulty.
  B630221 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 1, 2021
• INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY SHAKES-SHIFTS TO THE LEFT: The Instrument cluster intermittently flickers, shakes and has shifted to the left.
  B620818 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2021
• BMW REMOTE SOFTWARE UPGRADE IS NOT OFFERED FOR INSTALLATION: The customer complains that the BMW Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) is not possible in his/her vehicle, though the Remote…
  B090120 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Mar 1, 2021
• SPORADIC FAILURE OR CRACKING NOISE IN BASS SPEAKERS: No Bass or a cracking noise can be heard from the bass speakers.
  B650121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2021
• REAR LIGHT FAULTY CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE: The rear brake light will continue to work without error.
  B630221 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 1, 2021
• BRAKE LIGHT REMAINS LIT AFTER BRAKE PEDAL RELEASE: The trunk-mounted brake light remains lit for several seconds after the brake pedal is released.
  B630121 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 1, 2021
• VOLT BATTERY MAINTENANCE: 48 V battery may become totally discharged, and possible replacement needed if: a) The vehicle has been charged using a 12 V charger with the hood closed …
  B610121 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2021
• SEAT FAILS TO INITIALIZE DUE TO MISSING END STOP: Front seat will not calibrate/initialize.
  B520121 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Feb 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
• CHECKING THE JUMP START POINT COVER AND REWORKING IF NECESSARY: It is possible that the jump start terminal point cover was not installed, or not properly installed on the affected…
  B612720 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2021
• BATTERY DOES NOT CHARGE WITH EXTERNAL CHARGER AND CLOSED HOOD: After the vehicle has been charged using a 12 V charger with the hood closed during a long stationary period, the 48 …
  B610121 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2021
• DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC) UNIT DOES NOT RESPOND AFTER PROGRAMMING: After programming the vehicle using ISTA, the DSC control unit does not respond. Or: In the case of a BMW R…
  B340121 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2021
• REPLACE ALL THE IGNITION COILS: The ignition coils may not have been produced to specifications which could lead to irregular running of the engine.
  B121320 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2021
• REMOTE CONTROL IS NOT DETECTED: Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against th…
  B662419 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?GESTURE CONTROL UNINTENDED OPERATION: The Gesture camera inadvertently detects movement and performs unintended operations.
  B661820 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?PROGRAM HEAD UNIT: Satellite radio content is not available over IP, this does not affect channels received over satellite.
  B652020 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?AIR CONDITIONING COOLING IS INSUFFICIENT: There is insufficient or no cooling from the air-conditioner during high ambient temperatures. There also may be irregular A/C air flow f…
  B640617 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2020
• REMOTE CONTROL IS NOT DETECTED: Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against th…
  B662419 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?GESTURE CONTROL UNINTENDED OPERATION: The Gesture camera inadvertently detects movement and performs unintended operations.
  B661820 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?PROGRAM HEAD UNIT: Satellite radio content is not available over IP, this does not affect channels received over satellite.
  B652020 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?AIR CONDITIONING COOLING IS INSUFFICIENT: There is insufficient or no cooling from the air-conditioner during high ambient temperatures. There also may be irregular A/C air flow f…
  B640617 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT IS DIM OR DISCOLORED: One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored. The connection between the LED module and light tube inside the he…
  B630418 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY SHAKES-SHIFTS TO THE LEFT: The Instrument cluster intermittently flickers, shakes and has shifted to the left. The fault is resolved once the vehicle go…
  B620818 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2020
• MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) IS ILLUMINATED WITH FAULT MEMORY CDC152: The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is illuminated in the instrument cluster. The vehicles has no operati…
  B620320 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?BMW DIGITAL KEY CARD IS NOT DETECTED WHEN PLACED ON THE NFC TRAY: The customer may have the following complaints: The Digital Key Card cannot be activated on the NFC (near field c…
  B612620 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2020
• REMOTE CONTROL KEY OR BMW DISPLAY KEY BUTTONS NOT WORKING: The buttons on the remote-control key or BMW display key are not working, not allowing to unlock the vehicle and the tail…
  B612520 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2020
• REPLACE ALL THE IGNITION COILS: The ignition coils may not have been produced to specifications which could lead to irregular running of the engine. A manufacturing defect affectin…
  B121320 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2020
• BMW REMOTE SOFTWARE UPGRADE IS NOT OFFERED FOR INSTALLATION: The customer complaints that the BMW Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) is not possible in their vehicle, though the Remote …
  B090120 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2020
• TOP VIEW CAMERA: The top view image of the vehicle is misaligned when observed in the Control Information Display (CID). When the vehicle is parked in a parking spot with line mark…
  B662919 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Nov 1, 2020
• SURROUND VIEW - PARKING VIEW IMAGES DISPLAYED INCORRECTLY: After programming and shifting into reverse, there may be various sporadic concerns regarding the rearview camera and the…
  B661720 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Nov 1, 2020
• ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL - UNEXPECTED DECELERATION: Vehicle slows down (decelerates) unexpectedly while Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go (ACC) function is activated.
  B661520 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Nov 1, 2020
• SERVICE ACTION - INSTALL GROUND STRAP / SUPPRESSOR BELT: Corrosion developing on the rear suspension contact points can lead to poor radio reception over a certain duration of time…
  B651720 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Nov 1, 2020
• HEAD UNIT RESETS WITH FAULT CODE B7F8F9 RESET WATCHDOG: Customer states the following about their vehicle: Active radio or music source is interrupted. The navigation is no longer …
  B650919 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2020
• HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY CONDITION VERIFICATION (20V-601): After additional in-depth research and analysis of the corresponding data for these vehicles, we can safely conclude that the…
  B612420 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 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
• FUEL FILLER DOOR WILL NOT OPEN: The fuel filler door (aka flap) will not open. In rare cases, if the vehicle is locked using the remote control key and the fuel filler door is p…
  B512720 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 2020
• SERVICE ACTION - REPLACE RIGHT REAR SHORT RANGE RADAR SENSOR (SRR): The functionality of the right rear SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the Driving Assistance Check…
  B660820 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Oct 1, 2020
• SERVICE ACTION - REPLACE LEFT REAR SHORT RANGE RADAR SENSOR (SRR): The functionality of the left rear SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the Driving Assistance Check C…
  B660720 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2020
• GROANING NOISE DURING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN: A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
  B320420 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Oct 1, 2020
• FRONT GRILLE UPPER/LOWER ACTIVE AIR FLAPS: LTD WTY EXT TO 15 YEARS/150,000 MILES: Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension This component-specific limited warranty extension a…
  B011219 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 1, 2020
• SERVICE ACTION - REPLACE RIGHT REAR SHORT RANGE RADAR SENSOR (SRR): The functionality of the right rear SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the Driving Assistance Check…
  B660820 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2020
• SERVICE ACTION - REPLACE LEFT REAR SHORT RANGE RADAR SENSOR (SRR): The functionality of the left rear SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the Driving Assistance Check C…
  B660720 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2020
• GROANING NOISE DURING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN: A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
  B320420 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2020
• FRONT GRILLE UPPER/LOWER ACTIVE AIR FLAPS: LTD WTY EXT TO 15 YEARS/150,000 MILES: Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension This component-specific limited warranty extension a…
  B011219 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 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
• GROANING NOISE DURING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN: A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
  B320420 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Sep 1, 2020
• FAILURE OF THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT AT HIGHER CABIN TEMPERATURE: Electric steering column adjustment fails when interior cabin temperatures rise above 122 degrees F …
  B320320 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Sep 1, 2020
• REMOTE CONTROL IS NOT DETECTED: Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against th…
  B662419 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2020
• COMFORT ACCESS AND COMFORT GO NOT POSSIBLE: Vehicle cannot be unlocked/locked or started via Comfort Access. Remote control functionality is restored by pressing any of the key but…
  B661919 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2020
• HEAD UNIT RESETS WHEN NAVIGATION IS USED IN CERTAIN LOCATIONS: The head unit resets sporadically causing the CID to turn black and then starts up again after a short time with the …
  B651520 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2020
• INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY SHAKES-SHIFTS TO THE LEFT: The Instrument cluster intermittently flickers, shakes and has shifted to the left. The fault is resolved once the vehicle goe…
  B620818 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2020
• DELIVERY STOP - HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY: Please do not charge the vehicle high-voltage battery until further notice. There may be a potential issue in the welding process of the HV-mo…
  B611720 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2020
• DOORS WILL NOT COMPLETELY LATCH: One or more doors will not completely latch or will open to the first stage at times. The door lock strikers may be misadjusted.
  B511818 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Aug 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
• NEW ECU VALIDATION NEEDED AFTER REPLACING CERTAIN CONTROL MODULES: With introduction of the new Headunit HU-H3 (MGU Media Graphics Unit), there is a new protection mechanism agains…
  B090218 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2020
• SERVICE ACTION - PROGRAM TELEMATICS MODULE: A software error in the telematics control unit can result in an interruption in communication between the vehicle and the back end (BMW…
  B840420 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2020
• BMW CONNECTEDDRIVE APPS ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE AFTER PROGRAMMING: After programming vehicle with "20-03" software, BMW ConnecedDrive apps are no longer available in the head unit.…
  B651220 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 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
• SERVICE ACTION - PROGRAM THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER: The Condition Based Service (CBS) data concerning the due date for the brake fluid change may be displayed incorrectly. Software er…
  B620120 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2020
• INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND ONBOARD COMPUTER INTERMITTENTLY INOPERATIVE: The audio source, radio station, or music track cannot be changed using the MFL. Normal functionality may possib…
  B620119 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · 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
• ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR: Potential causes include: Faulty upper air flap actuator (G01, G02, G12, G30, G32) Faulty lower air flap assembly (G01, G02, G12, G30, G…
  B512119 · 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
• COOLANT LEAK FROM LOW TEMPERATURE COOLING CIRCUIT (N63R): Coolant leaking from the engine compartment. Traces of coolant leaking from the expansion tank of the low temperature cool…
  B170617 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · 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
• ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR: A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) may be illuminated, with faults stored related to the upper and/or lower act…
  B512119 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2020
• COOLANT LEVEL CHECK AND TOP-OFF AT SECOND OIL SERVICE: A new, additional coolant level check task is now linked to the second engine oil service (Service Counter 2 only). The scope…
  B170420 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2020
• SURROUND VIEW WRONG VEHICLE DISPLAYED AFTER PROGRAMMING: After programming the wrong vehicle model is displayed in the Central Information Display (CID) when the Surround View is a…
  B660920 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2020
• TRUNK LOCK SWITCH INSIDE THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT IS MISSING: The trunk lock switch ("hotel"/valet switch) is missing in the glove compartment. This switch decouples the trunklid from…
  B611220 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 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
• PASSENGER SIDE UPPER ACTIVE AIR FLAP STUCK OPEN/CLOSED: Upon visual inspection the passenger side upper active air flaps are either stuck open or closed and they will not move. The…
  B512219 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 1, 2020
• ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR: A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) may be illuminated with faults stored related to the upper and/or lower acti…
  B512119 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2020
• JERKING OR SHUDDERING FROM THE DRIVELINE (XDRIVE TRANSFER CASE ATX13-X): There is a jerking or shuddering during either or both of the following: Cornering or accelerating from low…
  B270220 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · 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
• FRONT GRILLE UPPER/LOWER ACTIVE AIR FLAPS - LTD WTY EXT TO 15 YEARS/150000: A check engine light or check control message is present for the active air flaps behind the kidney gril…
  B011219 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2020
• REMOTE 3D VIEW NOT AVAILABLE: Remote 3D View cannot be launched In the BMW ConnectedDrive App. Software error in the Advanced Telematics Module 2 (ATM2).
  B840220 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
• BMW CONNECTEDDRIVE SERVICES ARE NOT AVAILABLE: The BMW ConnectedDrive services are not available for an extended period. This may include: Calls in the BMW Assistance app (Concierg…
  B840120 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
• CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE CROSSING TRAFFIC WARNING WHILEPARKING: The check control message (CCM) "Crossing traffic warning. It is possible to continue driving" can appear when parking.…
  B661418 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
• SERVICE ACTION - REPLACE RIGHT REAR SHORT RANGE RADAR SENSOR (SRR): The functionality of the right rear SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the Driving Assistance Check…
  B660820 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
• SERVICE ACTION - REPLACE LEFT REAR SHORT RANGE RADAR SENSOR (SRR): The functionality of the left rear SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the Driving Assistance Check C…
  B660720 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
• DEACTIVATION OF THE INTERIOR MOVEMENT DETECTOR/TILT ALARM SENSOR IS NOT POSSIBLE: Customer complains that the interior movement detector and the tilt alarm sensor system cannot be …
  B611420 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
• TRUNK LOCK SWITCH INSIDE THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT IS MISSING: The trunk lock switch ("hotel"/valet switch) is missing in the glove compartment. This switch decouples the trunklid from…
  B611220 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2020
• DELIVERY STOP - REPLACE HIGH-PRESSURE PUMP: Due to an assembly error the flange bolts for the high-pressure pump did not have the proper tightening torque applied.
  B130320 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 1, 2020
• ERRONEOUS ELECTRIC FAN FUNCTION FAULT STORED IN THE DME: The following faults may be erroneously stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DME): Fault code: Control module: Fault co…
  B121619 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 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
• FALSE WARNINGS THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS OCCUPIED WITHOUT THE SEAT BELT BUCKLED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 10) replaces SI B72 04 17 dated September 2019. …
  B720417 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
• COMFORT ACCESS AND COMFORT GO NOT POSSIBLE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B66 19 19 dated May 2019. Vehicle cannot be unlocked/locked or started via Co…
  B661919 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2020
• REAR VIEW CAMERA FAILS TO DISPLAY IMAGE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 6) replaces SI B66 08 17 dated January 2020. Sporadically when the rear view camera is activate…
  B660817 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2020
• DIAGNOSTIC HINT: DRIVING ASSISTANCE SUPPORT REDUCED CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE DISP: Driving Assistance support reduced Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed sporadically. All or som…
  B660320 · 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
• DISPLAYS SPORADICALLY REACT VERY SLOWLY WHEN SCROLLING IN THE AUDIO MENU: Sporadically the reaction time of the display in the instrument cluster the head-up display or in the CID …
  B650820 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Apr 1, 2020
• FAULT 930C1E IS FOUND IN THE ACSM: Vehicle comes into the workshop with the following illuminated: Check Engine Light DSC warning lamp Air bag warning lamps During diagnosis the fo…
  B650520 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Apr 1, 2020
• DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT IS DIM OR DISCOLORED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI B63 04 18 dated January 2019. One or more of the LED daytime running lights a…
  B630418 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Apr 1, 2020
• CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B61 05 20 dated February 2020. Electrostatic discharge at s…
  B610520 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 1, 2020
• MIL MAY BE ILLUMINATED BY ERRONEOUS FAULT IN THE DME: The customer states that the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is illuminated. During diagnosis fault code 231507 "BDC RESET by…
  B610320 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · 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
• GROANING OR CRACKING NOISE WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING THE DOORS: A groaning or cracking sound is present when opening and/or closing any of the doors. Interference between the door pa…
  B510820 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · 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 · Back Over Prevention · issued Apr 1, 2020
• COOLANT LEAK FROM LOW TEMPERATURE COOLING CIRCUIT (N63R): This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 5) replaces SI B17 06 17 dated June 2019. Traces of coolant leaking from the e…
  B170617 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · 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
• 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 Feb 1, 2020
• DELIVERY STOP: N63R AND N63M ENGINE - CHECK HIGH TEMPERATURE COOLANT SYSTEM FOR CONTAMINATION. The engine oil to coolant heat exchanger may have an internal leak resulting in engin…
  B111918 · 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
• REMOTE 3D VIEW NOT AVAILABLE: Remote 3D View cannot be launched In the BMW ConnectedDrive App. Software error in the Advanced Telematics Module 2 (ATM2).
  B840220 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2020
• BMW CONNECTEDDRIVE SERVICES ARE NOT AVAILABLE: The BMW ConnectedDrive services are not available for an extended period. This may include: Calls in the BMW Assistance app (Concierg…
  B840120 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2020
• DISPLAY KEY IS NON-FUNCTIONAL: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B66 20 17 dated October 2019. The display key is non-functional. Display Key cannot be cha…
  B662017 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2020
• REAR VIEW CAMERA FAILS TO DISPLAY IMAGE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 5) replaces SI B66 08 17 dated March 2018. Sporadically when the rear view camera is activated …
  B660817 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Jan 1, 2020
• FAULT 930C1E IS FOUND IN THE ACSM: Vehicle comes into the workshop with the following illuminated: Check Engine Light DSC warning lamp Air bag warning lamps During diagnosis the fo…
  B650520 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 1, 2020
• DME FAULT MEMORY ENTRY FOR THE CRANKSHAFT SENSOR: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B12 04 19 dated February 2019. Technicians may notice this fault logged…
  B120419 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2020
• MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED WITH A CRANKSHAFT ADAPTION FAULT: When diagnosing an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or a different issue the following f…
  B111219 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2020
• INCORRECT CONDITION BASED SERVICE DATA FOR BRAKE FLUID SERVICE. "Brake fluid service due since 12/2001" is displayed in the instrument cluster although the vehicle is only a maximu…
  B621019 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Dec 1, 2019
• INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMAINS DARK AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE: Instrument cluster remains dark after starting the vehicle. After a restart normal functionality is restored. Software e…
  B620919 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2019
• DOOR LATCHING COMPLAINTS IN COLD WEATHER: Below freezing ambient temperatures: One or more doors (front or rear) may not open when attempting to enter or After opening they may not…
  B511319 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Dec 1, 2019
• 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
• DELIVERY STOP: N63R AND N63M ENGINE - CHECK ENGINE OIL SUPPLY CIRCUIT FOR CONTAMINATION. The engine oil pan and oil lubrication circuit may be contaminated with metal debris from t…
  B111618 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Dec 1, 2019
• B57 DIESEL ENGINE - CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE OIL LEVEL TOO HIGH. Check Control Message (CCM) "Engine oil level too high" is displayed. Fuel dilution into the engine oil due to the die…
  B110819 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Diesel · issued Dec 1, 2019
• FRONT GRILLE UPPER/LOWER ACTIVE AIR FLAPS: LTD WTY EXT TO 15 YEARS/150000 MILES. A check engine light or check control message is present and one or more of the following faults ma…
  B011219 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 1, 2019
• INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY SHAKES-SHIFTS TO THE LEFT: The Instrument cluster intermittently flickers, shakes and has shifted to the left.
  B620818 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2018
• FUEL GAUGE INCORRECTLY DISPLAYING LOW FUEL LEVEL AFTER VEHICLE IS REFUELED: Occasionally, on restart after refueling, the fuel gauge will display the fuel level as low (minimum) an…
  B620618 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2018
• HEADS UP DISPLAY SPORADICALLY INOPERATIVE: Fault memory entry ÒB7F6E4 HUD: Fault in display backlighting is stored in the instrument cluster.
  B620518 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2018
• SEAT MEMORY SWITCH SPORADICALLY NOT FUNCTIONING: Selecting one of the saved seat positions (via the memory seat position switch on the door panel), fails to work.
  B520518 · 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
• FALSE WARNINGS THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS OCCUPIED WITHOUT THE SEAT BELT BUCKLED: Acoustic and visual warnings indicate that the front passenger seat is occupied and the seat…
  B720417 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Jul 1, 2018
• ERRATIC PARK DISTANCE CONTROL SYSTEM BEHAVIOR: False detections occur when the wheels are turned (left or right) to a full end stop steering position.
  B660818 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jul 1, 2018
• DEACTIVATION OF CONTACTLESS TAILGATE OPENING AND CLOSING: Customer desires to have contactless tailgate opening and closing (Smart Opener) deactivated.
  B660717 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · 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 · 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
• SERVICE ACTION: REPLACE KAFAS CAMERA (CAMERAASSISTED DRIVERS ASSISTANCE SYSTEM): The KAFAS camera features are inoperative, and this does not trigger any warnings or check control …
  B661318 · Technical service bulletin · Lane Departure · 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
• 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
• 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
• HEADS UP DISPLAY SPORADICALLY INOPERATIVE: Fault memory entry ÒB7F6E4 HUD: Fault in display backlighting Òis stored in the instrument cluster.
  B620518 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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
• REAR VIEW CAMERA FAILS TO DISPLAY IMAGE: Sporadically, when the rear view camera is activated, either via selecting reverse with the shift selector or by direct camera selection, n…
  B660817 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · 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
• DIAGNOSTIC COMMUNICATION WITH FLEXRAY CONTROL MODULES NOT POSSIBLE: There are no customer complaints associated with this issue.
  B612217 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2018
• Electromechanical holding brake (emf) error
  B340318 · Technical service bulletin · Parking Brake · issued Apr 1, 2018
• N63R ENGINE: ENGINE OIL LEAK DIAGNOSIS AT TURBOCHARGER: An engine oil leak is found on the ground under the vehicle when parked.
  B110318 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · 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
• INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMAINS DARK AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE: Upon starting the vehicle (terminal 15 switched on), the instrument cluster does not function (stays dark, no needle res…
  B621917 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2018
• VEHICLE CHECK DISPLAYS DUE IN CBS DATA AFTER RESET FOR 2ND OIL SERVICE: After reset of service interval (e.g. oil change), the vehicle check is displayed as "Due" (yellow).
  B620218 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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
• FALSE WARNINGS THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS OCCUPIED WITHOUT THE SEAT BELT BUCKLED: Acoustic and visual warnings indicate that the front passenger seat is occupied and the seat…
  B720417 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Mar 1, 2018
• GARAGE DOOR OPENER CANNOT BE PROGRAMMED: The vehicle's rear view mirror integrated universal remote control is incompatible with some garage door (or fence) opener devices installe…
  B661016 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2018
• RADIO REMOTE SPORADICALLY INOPERATIVE: Sporadically one or both of the below situations can occur:
  B660218 · 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
• ERRONEOUS HEAD-UP DISPLAY FAULT IN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER: B7F6E3 - HUD: Fault in the communication (HUD not answering) in instrument cluster fault.
  B621717 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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 activeõ
  B651316 · 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
• LOCKING FUNCTION INOPERATIVE FROM THE HANDLE, ON VEHICLES WITH COMFORT ACCESS. Touching a door handle does not activate locking/closing function after exit from vehicle via Comfort…
  B660417 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2017
• "In-stock, new vehicle instrument cluster displays the red CCM ""Replace Battery"". ? Improper handling of the vehicle/storage maintenance of the battery charge. ? Defective batter…
  B612717 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2017
• HAZARD WARNING SWITCH FLICKERS AFTER ENGINE START. Hazard warning switch flickers after engine start. Faulty communication between hazard warning switch and Body Domain Controller …
  B612117 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued May 1, 2017
• SERVICE ACTION: REMOVE XDRIVE NAME PLATE FROM TRUNK LID. The xDrive name plate on the left side of the trunk was incorrectly installed at the factory and needs to be removed. The x…
  B512517 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 1, 2017
• "CHECK CONTROL (CC) MESSAGE:""COOLANT LEVEL TOO LOW!"" IS DISPLAYED. CC message: ""Coolant level too low!"" appears in the display. The cooling system wasn't efficiently bled durin…
  B170217 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 1, 2017
• "?DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC) WARNING LAMP, LIGHTS UP This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 34 01 16 dated October 2016 . Various ""DSC warning lamps lights up in the…
  B340116 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Feb 1, 2017