2006 BMW X3 service bulletins & manufacturer communications
70 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2006 BMW X3. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 70
- While driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard.B410722 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 4, 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
- A noise can be heard from underneath the seat while the seat is being moved either forwards or backwards. This can occur to the driverâ  s and/or the passengerâ  s front seat…B521823 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Dec 15, 2023
- This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entryB540421 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 18, 2023
- 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 · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2022
- The front sunroof glass seal has shrunk, creating a gap which can cause wind noise or excess water entry.B540421 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Sep 1, 2022
- Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle'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
- 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 Voice over LTE (VoLTE) fu…SIB840622 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2022
- BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective March 28, 2022) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced between March 1, 2022 and March 8, 2022 because the torsion …SIB510522 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jul 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
- A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes is stored…SIB650122 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2022
- Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has le…B611305 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2020
- Power Reduction FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2 A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The "Service Engine Soon" (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This s…B110208 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2020
- Takata air bag recall-related short-term alternate transportation and consequential repairs this service information bulletin supersedes si b01 31 18 dated october 2018.B013118 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Apr 1, 2019
- Takata air bag recall-related short-term alternate transportation and consequential repairs this service information bulletin supersedes si b01 31 18 dated october 2018.B013118 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Apr 1, 2019
- Takata class action settlement. Customer support program. Front driver side airbag modules.B011618 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 1, 2019
- For the above-referenced vehicles with driver?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW NA?) will provide a Customer Support Program as outlined in the Takata Settleme…B011618 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Oct 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
- 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
- In an effort to improve the completion rate on Takata air bag recall affected vehicles; BMW NA has expanded the BMW Ultimate Rewards platform to include a new Recall Support page. …B080119 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Feb 1, 2018
- Front passenger seat occupancy (oc3) mat for srs: limited warranty extension to 15 years/unlimited milesB010118 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Jan 1, 2018
- Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015.. Fault codes stored in vehicles being…B070314 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2016
- "REPAIRING TRANSFER CASE ACTUATOR (VTG SERVO-MOTOR). The Anti-lock Brakes (ABS), Brakes and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warnings are on and there may also be a ""Drivetrain Mal…B270216 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 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
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015. Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being…B070314 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2016
- "This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 69 06 dated June 2008. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Airbag Warning Lamp Illuminated, FC 93EB or FC 55 . The red …B656906 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Jan 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
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated May 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visi…B070314 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · 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 · Power Train · issued Sep 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
- Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports indicates that there are many fault codes that are stored i…B070314 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2015
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated February 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair…070314 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2015
- Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports indicates that there are many fault codes that are stored i…070314 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2014
- Bmw: some vehicles, with 552 option, are experiencing a malfunction of led headlight on one where it flickers on an doff during driving and the control check message is indicating …SIB-63-09-14 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Oct 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
- Bmw: in some vehicles, when the k can2 wiring is shorted, no communication with any control modules (box electronics, telematic control module,car access system, radio/navigation, …SIB-61-18-14 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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 15F, customers may notice a check c…610314 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2014
- GM6 - 6L45R: Diagnostic Procedure for Shudder or Vibration Issues. A shudder or vibration can be felt under light acceleration or when driving at constant suburban speeds. This can…240413 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2014
- State Inspection and Emission (I/M) Test Fails Due To an Invalid VIN Number. The customer of an affected vehicle may fail to pass an I/M test due to a non-compliant 17digit vehicle…120913 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2013
- "?Panoramic Sunroof Repair Instructions. INFORMATION Sunroof Repair Instructions: The panoramic sunroof contains several ""mechanism sets"" which can be repaired and/or replaced in…541309 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2013
- "Panoramic Sunroof Repair Instructions. INFORMATION Sunroof Repair Instructions: The panoramic sunroof contains several ""mechanism sets"" which can be repaired and/or replaced ind…541309 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued May 1, 2013
- Bmw: battery has an increased demand due to developemental process of the electrical system. This is causing the batter to need to undergo an energy diagnosis. *kbSIB-61-13-05 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2013
- Instrument cluster display is intermittently inoperative. Bmw f25, and f30 models. *kbSB-62-03-13 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2013
- Bmw: dsc warning light is on. The warning lamps for dsc, abs and brake warning illuminated. There may also be a warning in the control display for chassis control system failure. *…SIB270212 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 2012
- Bmw vehicle: the service engine soon (mil) lamp is illuminated and a power reduction is clearly perceptible. This situation may occur after driving for some time with the engine al…SIB-11-02-08 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2012
- Bmw: the service engine soon light is on while driving. This is a programming issue. *rm updated 1/4/12. *pe updated 4/24/12. *peSIB-12-01-11 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2012
- Bmw: see document search button for owner letter. Information regarding the defect in the rear window defroster that fails to operate properly. No model years listed. *peCSC-512911 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 1, 2011
- Bmw service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. The airbag warning lamp (awl) is illuminated, together with the passenger airbag status lamp (pol). The problem m…SIB-65-75-06 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Aug 1, 2011
- Bmw: the service engine soon light is on. There are trouble codes stored for the crankshaft sensor. No driveability issues. *rmSIB-12-15-11 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 2011
- Bmw vehicle: water has entered electronics box because the lid is not properly fitted. Once it is verified that water has indeed entered the electronics box, it will be necessary t…SIB-12-17-09 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 2011
- Bmw: a software error is causing the service engine soon light or check gas cap light to come on along with stored trouble codes. *rmSIB-12-05-11 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 2011
- Bmw: check engine lamp illuminated and/or vehicle overheats. Models e83, e85, e86, e70, e90, e91, e92, e93, e60 and e61. *pe updated 5/24/11. *peSI-B-12-04-05 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2010
- Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rmSIB-63-02-01 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Aug 1, 2010
- Bmw: six different models equipped with the m54 engine could have valve covers break in cold weather and ruin the engine. This is due to moisture accumulation. *rmSIB-11-08-03 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 2010
- Bmw: a new technical process has been created for bmw to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models. *rmSIB-32-04-07 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jun 1, 2010
- Bmw vehicles: delayed upshift may occur uphill in 3rd or 4th gear. The transmission will not upshift, usually after going up a slight incline, and stays in either 3rd or 4th gear t…SIB-24-05-06 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 2009
- Bmw vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. Where it is necessary to replace the right or the left side fuel level sensor due to a failure, the entire pump and housing or delivery uni…SIB-16-02-09 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Dec 1, 2009
- Bmw: service engine soon lamp illuminated-fc 23f4 map thermostat. In some vehicles have insufficient heat. E90, e91 (3 series), e60, e61 (5 series) 3/06 and e83 (x3 series) 9/08. *…SIB-12-07-06 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 2009
- Bmw: the steering angle sensor must be adjusted after certain repair work is performed, such as a wheel alignment or coding/programming of the dxc module. Due to a software error o…SI-B34-01-09 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Sep 1, 2009
- Bmw vehicles: service engine soon lamp or check gas cap warning illuminated while driving. Software error in the dme for the tank leak diagnostic system. Models e60, e61 (5 series)…SB-12-01-09 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued May 1, 2009
- Bmw vehicle: vehicles may be difficult to start, run rough and have the service engine soon lamp illuminated. The vanos solenoid valve is jammed or sticking. *peSI-B-11-05-05 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 2009
- Bmw: the telematics control unit (tcu) in vehicles may not have been properly activated. This causes the manual and automatic emergency call and roadside call (bmw assist) not to f…SI-B-84-05-08 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2008
- Bmw vehicle: air bag warning lamp illuminated and fault code a1 is stored. A low voltage condition caused the steering angle sensor position data to be lost. The battery may have b…SI-B-65-16-08 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2008
- Bmw: the bulb-out warning is displayed in the instrument cluster. *peSI-B-63-06-08 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Jul 1, 2008
- Bmw vehicle: engine electrical systems. Poor throttle response; lack of power when accelerating; engine may crank too long before starting; loss of power at idle or when slowing to…SIB-12-17-07 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2008
- Bmw: airbag warning lamp, fc93eb or fc 55. Model e90, e91 (3 series) and e83 (x3) vehicles produced between 8/31/05 and 4/26/06. Red airbag warning lamp (awl) in the instrument clu…SI B65-69-06 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jun 1, 2008
- Bmw: replace the chain tensioning rail bearing bolt that could come loose and cause damage to the engine. Models e60 (5 series), e70 (x5 series), e83 (x3 series), e9x (3 series). *…SI-B11-01-08 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2008
- Bmw: tire warning light illuminated due to low ambient temperature. Model e90, e91(3 series);e92, e92 (3 series); e60 (5 series); e60 (m5); e63, e64 (6 series); e63, e64 (m6); e65,…SIB-36-05-07 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Dec 1, 2007