2003 BMW X5 Recalls (3)

Campaign:
03V197000 on 06/02/2003
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
03/27/2003 - 03/31/2003
Affected:
357
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles, it is possible that the distance between the brake line and the steering shaft joint is not sufficient. if this occurs, the brake line could come into contact with the joint and eventually suffer damage and corrosion.
Consequence:
A loss of brake fluid, indicated by a warning light in the instrument panel, could occur. this will be accompanied by a reduction in front brake performance. this could lead to a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the distance between the brake line and the steering shaft joint, and if necessary, increase the distance. owner notification began june 23, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
15V318000 on 05/27/2015
Component:
Air bags:frontal:driver side inflator module
Affected:
419,235
Defect:
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi sedans, and 325xi and 325i sportswagons, 2002-2006 330ci, 325ci, and m3 convertibles and 325i, 330i, and m3 coupes, 2002-2003 m5, 540i, 525i sedan, and 530i sedans, and 540i and 525i sportswagons, and 2003 x5 3.0i and 4.4i sports activity vehicles. please note that the 5-series and x5 vehicles are only included if they are equipped with the optional sports steering wheel. the affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Consequence:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Correction:
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. the recall began aug 2016. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417. note: this recall supersedes recall 14v-348 in its entirety. additionally, vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously as part of a recall remedy need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well. note: on december 17, 2015 bmw removed the model year 2004 x5 3.0i and 4.4i sports activity vehicle from this recall. those vehicles were mistakenly identified as including the air bags that are subject to this recall.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
17V047000 on 01/25/2017
Component:
Air bags:frontal:driver side inflator module
Manufactured:
04/17/2000 - 01/30/2003
Affected:
230,117
Defect:
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2000-2002 bmw 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 323ci, 325ci, 330ci, m3, 323it, 325it and 325xit vehicles, 2001-2002 525i, 530i, 540i, m5, 525it and 540it vehicles, and 2001-2003 x5 3.0i, x5 4.4i, and x5 4.6is vehicles. these vehicles may have had a driver-side air bag module installed as replacement equipment such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bag, or as a remedy part for a prior recall. these replacement modules contain an air bag inflator that may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to lower absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Consequence:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Correction:
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver side air bag module, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began march 15, 2017. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2003 BMW X5 TSBs (49)

Bulletin:
335003
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Service action on checking rear axle differential bolts. *tt
Bulletin:
1220404
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Poor throttle response from a stop. this service measure supersedes smm1220404 dated 04/07/2004. *eh
Bulletin:
2420205
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Harsh 2-1 downshift. *eh bmw e35. *sc x5 from 10/03 up to 04/05. *tt
Bulletin:
5420105
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Panoramic roof won't close from the vent position. *eh
Bulletin:
510307
Component:
176100 latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
Summary:
Install hood latch corrosion resistant clip. *kb
Bulletin:
SI B61 11 07
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Missing clip on power cable causes various electrical complaints. *nj
Bulletin:
SI B 340307
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Dsc warning lamp illuminated. e70 (x5) vehicles produced up to january 28, 2007. *pe updated 9/10/08. *pe
Bulletin:
SI B12 04 08
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
E53 with m54 and gm5 - reprogram dme. e53 (x5) with m54 engine and gm5 transmission produced 9/3003 - 10/2004. *pe
Bulletin:
SI B34 01 08
Component:
053000 parking brake:indicator light
Summary:
The parking brake warning is illuminated and fault code 6032 is stored. for model e70 (x5). *pe
Bulletin:
SI B37-03-07
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Bmw: dynamic drive (ars) front sway bar repairs. e70 (x5) with sport package option code zsp. *pe
Bulletin:
SI B63-04-08
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Bmw: headlamp moisture: fault diagnostics. water or condensation in one or both headlamps. models 5 series, 6 series, 7 series, x5, x6, 1 series, and 3 series. model years 2000-20008. *pe
Bulletin:
SI-B51-30-08
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Bmw: water leak in the front right footwell area causing the carpet to become wet. *pe
Bulletin:
SI-B-11-01-07
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Bmw: small number of vehicles experience problems ranging from leaking oil filler caps, leaking or broken valve covers, to complete engine failure in extremely cold climate conditions. moisture accumulating in engine crankcase ventilation v
Bulletin:
SI-B130209
Component:
080000 fuel system, diesel
Summary:
Bmw: diesel: diagnosis for low pressure fuel supply faults. service engine soon lamp is illuminated (a fuel pump malfunction message is displayed in the cc) and a combination of the following fault codes may be stored in the dde control mod
Bulletin:
SIB-65-75-06
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
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 may be intermittent. microcracks in the oc3 seat mat. *pe
Bulletin:
SI-B31-01-08
Component:
105200 power train:driveline:constant velocity joint
Summary:
Bmw: replacement of front outer cv joint. complaints of clicking or grinding noises coming from the front axle area when making a turn. the front outer constant velocity joint boot is split open and the joint is already damaged.
Bulletin:
SIB-61-15-09
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Bmw vehicles: various electrical problems are possible on the vehicle: warning lamps illuminated in the instrument cluster; check control messages; systems inoperative; fuse blown; wipers in default mode (permanently on); and fault codes f
Bulletin:
SIB-34-03-07
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Bmw vehicles: dsc warning lamp illuminated. the dsc (dynamic stability control) warning lamp is illuminated and some or all of the following fault codes are stored: 6e58; 6e04; 53ba; d36f; 55c3; 6eca; and the wipers may also be operating
Bulletin:
SIB-13-02-09
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Bmw vehicles: diagnosis for low pressure fuel supply faults. the service engine soon lamp is illuminated (a fuel pump malfuction message is displayed in the cc), and a combination of the following fault codes may be stored in the dde cont
Bulletin:
SIB-12-09-08
Component:
062200 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Summary:
Bmw vehicle: driveability complaints due to cooling fan relay failure. the customer may complain of intermittent driveability problems, described as-engine is lacking power when accelerating uphill; transmission will not upshift under hea
Bulletin:
SIB-12-23-07
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Bmw vehicle: fc 2ef4 characteristic map thermostat. complaints that the service engine soon lamp is illuminated. fault code 2ef4 characteristic map thermostat is stored in dme fault memory. dme software calibration related to high heatin
Bulletin:
SIB-61-11-07
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Bmw vehicle: missing clip on power cable causes various electrical complaints. vehicle will not start. instrument cluster or displays are flickering. remote control will not unlock vehicle. various control modules cannot be accessed usin
Bulletin:
SIB-61-13-07
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Bmw vehicle: electronic malfunction cc message caused by shorted wiring. the electronic malfunction check control message may be displayed; the sounds system emits a static noise from the speakers; the rfk (rear view camera) does not pan;
Bulletin:
SIB-36-05-07
Component:
199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:
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, e66 (7 series); e70 (x5); e83 (x3); and e85, e86 (z4).
Bulletin:
SIB-16-02-09
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
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 unit (suction jet assembly) do not need to be replaced as wel
Bulletin:
SI-B61-15-09
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Bmw: various electrical problems. on the vehicle, various electrical problems are possible. warning lamps illuminated in the instrument cluster; check control messages; systems inoperative; fuse blown; wipers in default mode (permanently o
Bulletin:
SIB-32-04-07
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Bmw: a new technical process has been created for bmw to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-16-03-10
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Bmw: warning message on about low diesel exhaust fuel level and that the engine will not restart within 999 miles. the light comes on a few thousand miles earlier than a recommended oil change. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-13-07-10
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Bmw: there is a rough engine idle and "service engine soon light" when driving downhill in high altitudes during cold weather. there may be six different fault codes. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-13-02-10
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Bmw: it is now possible to perform a fuel quality detection test on vehicles with an n54 engine. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-13-06-10
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Bmw: a service engine soon light comes on. the engine will only operate to 1500 rpms and lacks power. there is a software application error. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-11-08-03
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
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. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-63-02-01
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-61-08-10
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Bmw: elctronically disconnecting the junction box without disconnecting the battery will cause damage to the rear power distribution box. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-51-26-10
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Bmw: model e70 equipped with an automatic tailgate. the rear tailgate may not operate in either direction due to wiring damage. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-65-36-09
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Bmw: the airbag warning lamp is illuminated due to a software error. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-52-08-09
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
Bmw: there are noises when adjusting the front driver or passenger seates. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-63-10-09
Component:
125000 exterior lighting:brake lights
Summary:
Bmw: the brake light fails and the bulb holder is deformed due to high temperatures and the composition of the holder. *rm updated on 4/25/2013. *kb
Bulletin:
SIB-12-15-11
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Bmw: the service engine soon light is on. there are trouble codes stored for the crankshaft sensor. no driveability issues. *rm
Bulletin:
SIB-63-04-10
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Bmw: the bulb has failed on the daytime running lamp. *pe
Bulletin:
SIB-63-05-11
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Bmw: on certain vehicles, the xenon headlamp often have no trouble found when returned and tested thru warranty parts system. the root cause is not possible to be identify. *pe
Bulletin:
SIB-010511
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Bmw: see document search button for owner letter. n52k engine dmtl pump: emissions warranty extensions to 10 years/120,000 miles. bmw has become aware of a potential problem with the durability of the tank leak diagnostic module (dmtl) pu
Bulletin:
SIB160712
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Bmw: service action: replace the left and right fuel level sensor. due to high proportion of ethanol in the fuel, the internal mechanisms of the fuel level sensors may swell. this may inhibit the movement of one or both of the fuel level se
Bulletin:
SIB-61-05-12
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Bmw: batter discharged because of unfavorable driving profile. this is caused on short trips (less than 3 miles) or when the telephone or entertainment system is used for up to 30 minutes while vehicle is stationary. models x5, x6 all mod
Bulletin:
SIB-17-02-09
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Bmw: oil leaks from the air hose on turbocharger. this is designated for e70, and e90 models with m57y diesel engines. service engine soon lamp may be illuminated. *kb
Bulletin:
SIB-63-09-14
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
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 defective driving light or parking light. *pe
Bulletin:
SI B65 04 14
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Bmw:some bmw models may or may not display airbag warning light. *ta
Bulletin:
B270216
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
"repairing transfer case actuator (vtg servo-motor). the anti-lock brakes (abs), brakes and dynamic stability control (dsc) warnings are on and there may also be a ""drivetrain malfunction"" warning on in the control display. there is also
Bulletin:
B120808
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Si b12 08 08 engine electrical systems december 2015 technical service this service information bulletin supersedes si b12 08 08 dated april 2008. the vehicle's nox emissions may exceed the legally mandated limits. by completing this servi

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