2009 BMW X6 Recalls (8)
- Campaign:
- 09V255000 on 07/07/2009
- Component:
- Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
- Manufactured:
- 05/21/2009 - 05/31/2009
- Affected:
- 96
- Defect:
- Bmw is recalling my 2009 x5 and x6 vehicles. the rear brake discs may not have been manufactured according to specifications. as a result, a reduction in braking performance at the affected rear wheel could occur.
- Consequence:
- In an extreme case, the affected rear brake disc could break resulting in a loss of braking at that wheel increasing stopping distances and the risk of a crash.
- Correction:
- Bmw will notify owners and will repair the vehicles by inspecting the rear brake discs and, if necessary, replace them free of charge. the safety recall began on september 11, 2009. owners may contact bmw customer relations and services toll-free at 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
- Campaign:
- 11V521000 on 10/26/2011
- Component:
- Engine and engine cooling:engine:other fuel types:turbo-charger
- Affected:
- 32,084
- Defect:
- Bmw is recalling certain model year 2011 5-series, model year 2010-2011 5-series gran turismo, model year 2009-2011 7-series, model year 2010-2011 x5 sav, and model year 2008-2011 x6 sav vehicles equipped with 8- or 12-cylinder, turbocharged, engines because the circuit board for the electric auxiliary water pump can overheat.
- Consequence:
- This could lead to a smoldering of the pump or an engine compartment or vehicle fire.
- Correction:
- Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump free of charge. the safety recall began on december 19, 2011. owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes:
- This recall was expanded to include additional vehicles in april 2012.see recall no. 12v161.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
- Campaign:
- 16V364000 on 05/25/2016
- Component:
- Air bags:passenger side frontal
- Manufactured:
- 07/04/2007 - 09/27/2011
- Affected:
- 97,738
- Defect:
- Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 x5 xdrive30i, x5 xdrive35i, x5 xdrive48i, x5 xdrive50i and x5m vehicles, 2009-2011 x5 xdrive35d vehicles, 2008-2011 x6 xdrive35i, x6 xdrive50i and x6 m vehicles, and 2010-2011 x6 activehybrid vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in alabama, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, south carolina, texas, puerto rico, american samoa, guam, the northern mariana islands (saipan), and the u.s. virgin islands, or "zone a." additionally, unless included in "zone a" above, bmw is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 x5 xdrive30i, x5 xdrive35i, x5 xdrive48i, x5 xdrive50i and x5m vehicles, and 2008 bmw x6 xdrive35i, x6 xdrive50i and x6 m vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in arizona, arkansas, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, maryland, missouri, nebraska, nevada, new jersey, new mexico, north carolina, ohio, oklahoma, pennsylvania, tennessee, virginia, and west virginia, or "zone b." vehicles of these model years and models that were not originally sold or ever registered in either zones a or b are not subject to this safety recall. these vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Consequence:
- An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Correction:
- Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator or air bag module, free of charge. the recall began july 28, 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.
- Campaign:
- 16V746000 on 10/16/2016
- Component:
- Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
- Manufactured:
- 07/04/2007 - 07/16/2010
- Affected:
- 136,188
- Defect:
- Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 bmw x5 3.0si, x5 4.8i, x5 m, x5 xdrive30i, x5 xdrive35i, x5 xdrive48i and x5 xdrive50i, 2008-2011 x6 x drive35i, x6 xdrive50i and x6 m, 2010-2011 x6 activehybrid, 535i xdrive gran turismo, 535i gran turismo, 550i xdrive gran turismo and 550i gran turismo, 2011-2012 528i, 535i, 535i xdrive, 550i and 550i xdrive and 2012 535i activehybrid, 640i convertible, 650i convertible, 650i xdrive convertible, 650i coupe and 650i coupe xdrive vehicles. the affected vehicles have in-tank fuel pumps that may have insufficiently crimped wire contacts.
- Consequence:
- The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. additionally, the fuel pump may stop working, possibly causing an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash.
- Correction:
- Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. the recall began february 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.
- Campaign:
- 17V020000 on 01/11/2017
- Component:
- Air bags:passenger side frontal
- Manufactured:
- 07/24/2007 - 03/27/2012
- Affected:
- 48,951
- Defect:
- Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2012 x5 xdrive30i, x5 xdrive35i, x5 xdrive48i, x5 xdrive50i, x5 m, x6 xdrive35i, x6 xdrive50i, and x6 m vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in alabama, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, south carolina, texas, puerto rico, american samoa, guam, the northern mariana islands (saipan), and the u.s. virgin islands, or "zone a." additionally, unless included in "zone a" above, bmw is recalling certain 2009 x5 xdrive30i, x5 xdrive35i, x5 xdrive48i, x5 xdrive50i, and x5 m vehicles, 2008-2009 x6 xdrive 35i, x6 xdrive50i, x6 m, and 2009 x5 xdrive35d vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in arizona, arkansas, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, maryland, missouri, nebraska, nevada, new jersey, new mexico, north carolina, ohio, oklahoma, pennsylvania, tennessee, virginia, and west virginia, or "zone b." additionally, unless included in "zone a" or "zone b" above, bmw is recalling certain 2007-2008 x5 xdrive30i, x5 xdrive35i, x5 xdrive48i, x5 xdrive50i and x5 m vehicles, and 2008 x6 xdrive35i, x6 xdrive50i, and x6 m vehicles originally sold, or ever registered in the states of alaska, colorado, connecticut, idaho, iowa, maine, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, montana, new hampshire, new york, north dakota, oregon, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, washington, wisconsin, and wyoming. these vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Consequence:
- An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Correction:
- Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator or air bag module, free of charge. interim letters were mailed march 2017. owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. 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.
- Campaign:
- 18V030000 on 01/10/2018
- Component:
- Air bags:passenger side frontal
- Manufactured:
- 10/08/2008 - 03/26/2013
- Affected:
- 41,808
- Defect:
- Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2007-2013 x5 xdrive30i, x5 xdrive35i, x5 xdrive48i, x5 xdrive50i, x5 m, 2009-2010 x5 xdrive35d vehicles and 2009-2013 x6 xdrive35i, x6 xdrive50i, and x6 m vehicles ever registered in the states of alabama, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, south carolina, texas, puerto rico, american samoa, guam, the northern mariana islands (saipan), and the u.s. virgin islands or "zone a." bmw is also recalling certain 2007-2010 x5 xdrive30i, x5 xdrive35i, x5 xdrive48i, x5 xdrive50i, x5 m, x5 xdrive35d, x6 xdrive35i, x6 xdrive50i and x6m vehicles ever registered in the states of arizona, arkansas, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, maryland, missouri, nebraska, nevada, new jersey, new mexico, north carolina, ohio, oklahoma, pennsylvania, tennessee, virginia, and west virginia or "zone b." bmw is also recalling certain 2007-2009 x5 xdrive30i, x5 xdrive35i, x5 xdrive48i, x5 xdrive50i, x5 m, x5 xdrive35d, x6 xdrive35i, x6 xdrive50i and x6m vehicles ever registered in the states of ak, co, ct, id, ia, me, ma, mi, mn, mt, nh, ny, nd, or, ri, sd, ut, vt, wa, wi, and wy or "zone c." these vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Consequence:
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Correction:
- Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger front air bag module, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin march 2018. 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.
- Campaign:
- 18V248000 on 04/19/2018
- Component:
- Engine and engine cooling:engine
- Manufactured:
- 11/14/2007 - 11/17/2011
- Affected:
- 47,806
- Defect:
- Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2011-2012 bmw 550i, 550i xdrive, 550i gran turismo, 550i gran turismo xdrive, 750i, 750li, 750i xdrive, 750li xdrive, 760li, x5 xdrive50i, x5 m, x6 xdrive50i, x6 m, activehybrid7, mini cooper s convertible, john cooper works (jcw) convertible, cooper s countryman, cooper s countryman all4, cooper s, jcw, cooper s clubman, jcw clubman, cooper s roadster, jcw roadster, cooper s coupe, jcw coupe and rolls-royce ghost, 2011 bmw x6 hybrid and 2012 bmw 650i coupe, 650i xdrive coupe, 650i convertible and 650i xdrive convertible vehicles. the electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
- Consequence:
- If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
- Correction:
- Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. owners will be notified of the recall beginning june 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. owners may contact bmw customer service at bmw 1-800-525-7417, mini at 1-866-825-1525, or rolls-royce at 1-877-877-3735. note: bmw recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
- 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:
- 18V248000 on 04/19/2018
- Component:
- Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
- Manufactured:
- 11/14/2007 - 11/17/2011
- Affected:
- 47,806
- Defect:
- Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2011-2012 bmw 550i, 550i xdrive, 550i gran turismo, 550i gran turismo xdrive, 750i, 750li, 750i xdrive, 750li xdrive, 760li, x5 xdrive50i, x5 m, x6 xdrive50i, x6 m, activehybrid7, mini cooper s convertible, john cooper works (jcw) convertible, cooper s countryman, cooper s countryman all4, cooper s, jcw, cooper s clubman, jcw clubman, cooper s roadster, jcw roadster, cooper s coupe, jcw coupe and rolls-royce ghost, 2011 bmw x6 hybrid and 2012 bmw 650i coupe, 650i xdrive coupe, 650i convertible and 650i xdrive convertible vehicles. the electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
- Consequence:
- If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
- Correction:
- Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. owners will be notified of the recall beginning june 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. owners may contact bmw customer service at bmw 1-800-525-7417, mini at 1-866-825-1525, or rolls-royce at 1-877-877-3735. note: bmw recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
- 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.
2009 BMW X6 TSBs (116)
- Bulletin:
- SI B12-55-06
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- N54-diagnosis for dme fc 29dc/2fbf for models e90, e92 produced from 06/06 and e93, e60, e61 produced from 03/07. *pe updated 7/8/09. *pe models e82, e88 produced from start 2000 and e71 produced from start 2000. updated 7/21
- Bulletin:
- SI-B13-04-09
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Bmw: during the cold start in the morning, the engine runs very roughly and the service engine soon lamp is illuminated. models e82, e88, e90, e92, e93, e60, and e61. model years unknown. *pe updated 4/21/10. *pe updated o
- Bulletin:
- SIB-12-17-09
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- 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 to replace both the lower part of the electronics box and t
- Bulletin:
- SIB-12-12-09
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Bmw vehicle: the service engine soon (mil) lamp is illuminated. dme software calibration error. chassis lz91510-lz93822. x6 xdrive 50i. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SI-B12-22-09
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Bmw: the spark plugs in the affected suvs may not adhere to the durability requirements. microcracks in the ceramic insulator of the spark plug may occur, which could result in engine misfiring and rough running, especially at higher engi
- Bulletin:
- SI-B12-28-07
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Bmw: complaints that the engine management system has entered the engine failsafe mode and that the turbocharger boost is reduced. e82, e88, e90, e92, e93, e60, e61, and e71. all models with nay engines. no model years listed. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SIB-11-02-08
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- 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 already at full operating temperature. if the ignition is c
- 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:
- SIB-17-03-09
- Component:
- 061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
- Summary:
- Bmw vehicles: n63 turbocharger auxiliary water pump faults. the service engine soon lamp is illuminated with the following fault codes stored in the dme control module. turbocharger coolant pump, control line, electric, 0x1016-line inter
- Bulletin:
- SIB-24-06-09
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Bmw vehicles: program control units (hybrid transmission control). communication to the hybrid transmission control may fail after the vehicle wakes up or when terminal 15 is switched on. communication between the hybrid transmission and
- Bulletin:
- SI-B-52-05-10
- Component:
- 221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
- Summary:
- Bmw: repositioning harness after seat motor replacement. when replacement of the drive motor for the comfort seat back width adjustment becomes necessary, the seat harness requires further modification because it has changed.
- Bulletin:
- SIB-12-09-10
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Bmw vehicles: hybrid can errors. customer may complaint about following drivetrain related malfunctions-intermittently, the vehicle does not start; loss of power while driving; certain cc messages are displayed: hybrid drive faulty; trans
- Bulletin:
- SIB-61-18-09
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Bmw vehicles: various simultaneous electrical problems. there is a software error in the jbbfe-3r control module. very intermittently, the jbbfe-3r wakes up in bootloader ode instead of application mode. perform diagnostics with ista and
- Bulletin:
- SIB-12-23-10
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Bmw vehicle: due to errors in the data in the dme (digital motor electronics), the service engine soon (mil) lamp may come on erroneously. however, obd diagnostics is not adversely affected. dme software errors. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SIB-16-04-10
- Component:
- 071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
- Summary:
- Bmw vehicle: teileclearing for diagnostic module tank leakage (dmtl) system. teileclearing process has been developed to help identify the root causes of customer complaints relating to the dmtl system (e.g., evaporative system leaks, che
- Bulletin:
- SIB-63-05-09
- Component:
- 120000 exterior lighting
- Summary:
- Bmw: the led trailer lights flicker while being towed.
- 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-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-66-09-10
- Component:
- 118000 electrical system: software
- Summary:
- Bmw: after starting the vehicle there is a check control message that says the high beam assist faulty. the funciton cannot be activated until after driving for 5 minutes. *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:
- SI B12 55 06
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- Bmw: there may be excessive cranking before the vehicle starts. the service engine soon light may also be on with a lack of engine power. *rm
- Bulletin:
- SI-B16-01-11
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Bmw: there is a software error causing the service engine soon light to illuminate and store a trouble code. *rm updated 8/3/11. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SIB-11-03-08
- Component:
- 063110 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv)
- Summary:
- Bmw: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles. *rm updated on 4/24/2013. *kb
- Bulletin:
- SB-11-04-11
- Component:
- 061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
- Summary:
- Bmw: a noise is heard from the engine while running. the alternator drive belt tensioner is loose and/or shows wear. *rm
- Bulletin:
- SIB-16-08-10
- Component:
- 091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
- Summary:
- Bmw: after refueling the tank, the gauge will say 3/4 full inand not full. the guage reads full after driving a little while. the fuel level sensor arm is binding. *rm updated 9/30/11. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SIB-12-09-11
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Bmw: there is a delayed throttle response when driving off with a high engine load. it occurs when it is hot outside, the a/c is switched on, and the wheel is turned slightly. there is a software problem. *rm updated on 4/18/2013. *kb
- 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:
- CN-10E-A02
- Component:
- 072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
- Summary:
- Bmw service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. there may be a problem with the fuel pump which could not meet emissions requirements. there may be a long crank and a service engine soon light. *rm
- 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:
- TS-12-19-10
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Bmw: service engine soon light is on with a fault code stored. internal dmtl pump failure.*rm
- Bulletin:
- SIB-12-16-11
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Bmw: service engine soon light is on and the engine has reduced power with trouble codes stored. *rm updated on 4/24/2013. *kb
- Bulletin:
- SIB-61-10-11
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Bmw: e72. the vehicle may not start or have a loss of power while driving. a malfunction light may be on with trouble codes. *rm
- Bulletin:
- SIB-63-04-10
- Component:
- 120000 exterior lighting
- Summary:
- Bmw: the bulb has failed on the daytime running lamp. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SIB-13-13-10
- Component:
- 063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
- Summary:
- Bmw: on some vehicles, the high pressure fuel pump has an internal component that may fail and causing drivability symptoms such as erratic engine operation and longer starting times. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SIB-61-06-11
- Component:
- 118000 electrical system: software
- Summary:
- Bmw: on certain vehicles, the jbe (junction box electronics) module fails programming during a software update of the vehicle. *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-61-02-12
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Bmw: electronic malfunction and various check control messages are displayed in cid (central information display) and instrument cluster. *pe models 2009-2012 e70, e71, e72, e82, e88, e90, e91, e92, e93, f01, f02, f04, f07, f10, f1
- Bulletin:
- SIB-01-02-12
- Component:
- 063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
- Summary:
- Bmw: a failure of the turbocharger wastegates, caused by a defect, has an emissions extended warranty, 8 years or 82,000 miles, whichever comes first, not otherwise falling within coverage exclusion. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SIB-11-07-12
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- Bmw: while driving vehicle, at times would be rough running; white or blue smoke seen exiting exhaust system and the engine oil is consumed above specifications. *pe updated 1/11/13. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SIB-12-14-12
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- Bmw: experiencing loss of engine power, service engine soon lamp is illuminated, a noise, like rattling, coming from engine compartment. *pe updated 10/31/12. *pe models 2010 e70, 71, 82, 88, 90, 92, 93, f07, 10, 12, 13, 25.
- Bulletin:
- SIB-11-08-12
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- Bmw: due to damaged seal ring, during assembly, engine oil is leaking from engine oil pump volume control valve gasket seal ring. models e70, e71, f01, f02, f04, f07, f10, f12, f13. no model years listed. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SIB-16-07-12
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- Bmw: fuel gauge shows 3/4 full after refueling due to internal mechanisms of fuel level sensors, with a high proportion of ethanol, swelling and inhibit, one or both, movement of fuel level sensors. model 2007-2009 e70, e71. *pe
- 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-61-13-05
- Component:
- 111000 electrical system:battery
- Summary:
- 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. *kb
- Bulletin:
- SIB-01-02-12
- Component:
- 061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
- Summary:
- Bmw: on certain vehicles, an emissions warranty has been extended to 8 years/82,00 miles on engine turbocharger wastegate. models 2008-2010 e60, e61, e71, e82, e88, and 2009-2010 e89, and 2007-2010 e90, e92, e93. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SIB-84-03-14
- Component:
- 118000 electrical system: software
- Summary:
- Bmw: when using iphone, various connectivity failures occur, such as disconnection of call, list of contacts incomplete, due to the variants and software used. model 2008-2014.
- Bulletin:
- SIB-11-16-14
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- Bmw: on certain vehicles, engine timing chain should be checked for early stages of wear, and a repair solution should be provided. *pe updated 9/25/15. *pe updated 10/6/15. *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:
- SIB-13-04-15
- Component:
- 090000 fuel system, other
- Summary:
- Bmw: procedural information on the installation of fuel system low pressure sensor and not correctly installed will lead to failure of low pressure sensor and metal supply line. model 2008-14. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SIB-01-05-15
- Component:
- 072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
- Summary:
- Bmw: tsb contains an owner's notification letter. select document search button below. information provided regarding the extension of limited warranty on the in tank fuel (pump) delivery module of 10 years without mileage limitation, de
- Bulletin:
- B110115
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- Engine oil quick reference chart and drain plug torque: the current version of ista/d has an error in the engine oil capacity specification for all vehicles with the n63r engine and xdrive.
- Bulletin:
- B110916
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- N63, n63tu, s63 and s63tu engines: oil leak from the rear: customer complains that engine oil is leaking from the center of the vehicle. when verified, the engine oil residue can be seen leaking from between the engine and the transmission
- Bulletin:
- B840214
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information
- Bulletin:
- B310112
- Component:
- 021000 suspension:front
- Summary:
- Cracking noises from the front axle area while turning the wheels, when stationary or parking
- Bulletin:
- B310112
- Component:
- 010000 steering
- Summary:
- Cracking noises from the front axle area while turning the wheels, when stationary or parking: cracking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or when turning the steering whe
- Bulletin:
- B840314
- Component:
- 353000 equipment:electrical
- Summary:
- Bluetooth connection failures: there are various connectivity failures with the following devices: apple iphones: samsung s6 and the s6 edge.
- Bulletin:
- B650709
- Component:
- 353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
- Summary:
- 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 addresses, for instance:
- Bulletin:
- B660517
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- Door cannot be opened with comfort access: one or more doors are unable to be opened from the outside of the vehicle using the comfort access system.
- Bulletin:
- B650709
- Component:
- 353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
- Summary:
- 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 addresses, for instance:
- Bulletin:
- B840214
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information: connecteddrive/bmw assist features are partially or completely inoperative.
- Bulletin:
- B111715
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- "?n63, n63tu, n63r, s63 and s63tu engines: upper oil pan removal and installation repair instructions this service information bulletin supersedes si b11 17 15 dated october 2016. . information when removing and/or installing the engine u
- Bulletin:
- B130315
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- N20, n26, n55, n63tu, s63tu and s55 engines: bosch injector etk part number error what's new: ? procedure change: indentifying injector type using an ista test plan. . the current version of the etk incorporates multiple part number errors
- Bulletin:
- B840311
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- "?telematics device spares replacement part activation via dcsnet for bmw assist what's new: ? model: all models added along with 6ac option code ? situation: all information added ? information: deleted cdma related information and added a
- Bulletin:
- B840316
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Service action: gsm combox deactivation / discontinuation with 4 year assist service. what's new: ? model: option code removed to prevent confusion about affected vehicles ? situation: information added about bluetooth functionality that is
- Bulletin:
- B110815
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- N63 and s63 engine: valve seal replacement this service information bulletin replaces si b11 08 15 june may 2017 what's new: diagnostic tips updated. refer to the following applicable sibs before replacing the valve seals. b11 07 11 - turb
- Bulletin:
- B840214
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information this service information bulletin replaces si b84 02 14 dated july 2014 what's new: model - removed models which no longer support bmw assist functionality and added new models. proce
- Bulletin:
- B070314
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- 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 serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair
- Bulletin:
- B310112
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Clicking noise from front axle this service information bulletin supersedes si 31 01 12 dated june 2015. clicking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers). cause movement betwee
- Bulletin:
- B340716
- Component:
- 050000 parking brake
- Summary:
- "parking brake does not work. parking brake (emf) sporadically or permanently fails to engage. check control message (ccm) ""parking brake failed"" is displayed. one or more of the following fault codes are stored in the emf control unit: o
- Bulletin:
- B652516
- Component:
- 111000 electrical system:battery
- Summary:
- Usb cable: battery discharge/audio failure/radio reception. no sound from the radio, telephone, gong signal and or pdc. poor radio reception and failure of the telematics systems. possible check control system message: o battery discharge w
- Bulletin:
- B010515
- Component:
- 072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
- Summary:
- "in-tank fuel delivery module (pump): limited warranty extension to 10 years without mileage limitation. information on the above-referenced vehicles, bmw of north america, llc (""bmw na"") is extending the limited warranty for the ? in-tan
- Bulletin:
- B652616
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- "usb device is not detected by champ2 head unit. media connected to the usb connector is not recognized by the audio system. playback of files from the media is not possible. message displayed on the audio system display: ""title cannot be
- Bulletin:
- B010515
- Component:
- 092100 fuel system, other:delivery:fuel pump
- Summary:
- "in-tank fuel delivery module (pump): limited warranty extension to 10 years without mileage limitation. information on the above-referenced vehicles, bmw of north america, llc (""bmw na"") is extending the limited warranty for the in-tank
- Bulletin:
- B130815
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- Service action: s63 engine - check and replace high- pressure injectors this service information bulletin supersedes si b13 08 15 dated january 2016. the high-pressure injectors may fail, resulting in an engine malfunction warning and reduc
- 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:
- B310112
- Component:
- 021600 suspension:front:wheel bearing
- Summary:
- Clicking noise from front axle this service information bulletin supersedes si 31 01 12 dated june 2015. clicking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers). cause movement betwee
- Bulletin:
- 070314
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- 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 visits. analysis of fasta data and repeat repair visit repo
- Bulletin:
- 111614
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- "this service information bulletin and attachment supersedes si b11 16 14 dated january 2015. designates changes to this revision subject n63 engine: check the timing chain. information this bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the
- Bulletin:
- B070314
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- 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 in the above vehicles, but they are not diagnosed to identify
- Bulletin:
- B111614
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- "this bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the engine timing chains for wear, and should be completed in conjunction with si b11 06 14, ""n63 customer care package."" the n63ccp and n63 engine check the timing chain are not mandator
- Bulletin:
- B121015
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- N63: cbs oil service conversion in ista/p. the cbs oil service conversion (8kl) performed for the n63 customer car package and timing chain check (si b11 16 14) did not work correctly for the above models with previous versions of ista/p. a
- Bulletin:
- B270415
- Component:
- 105000 power train:driveline
- Summary:
- 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 possible multiple root causes related to the engine, wheels &
- Bulletin:
- 110614
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- "this service information bulletin and attachment supersedes si b11 06 14 dated january 2015. designates changes to this revision subject n63 engine: customer care package. information this bulletin outlines the customer care package progra
- Bulletin:
- 120415
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- Subject dme internal and valvetronic faults set at cold ambient temperatures. the service engine soon light (mil) can be illuminated with the erroneous internal and valvetronic faults stored in the dme. the mil will only come on if the faul
- Bulletin:
- 121015
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- "subject n63: cbs oil service conversion in ista/p. the cbs oil service conversion being performed for the n63 customer car package and timing chain check (si b11 16 14) does not work correctly. it does not change the interval to the desire
- Bulletin:
- 650509
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- This service information bulletin supersedes si b65 05 09 dated july 2009. designates changes to this revision subject cic headunit: navigation system road map usage. information the car information computer (cic) began replacing the car co
- Bulletin:
- 651009
- Component:
- 353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
- Summary:
- This service information bulletin supersedes si b65 10 09 dated march 2013. designates changes to this revision subject cic head unit: vehicle position is missing or incorrect on navigation map. the vehicle position is missing or incorrect
- Bulletin:
- B110715
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- "n63: quality control monitoring after ccp. information if the vehicle exhibits any of the above drivability issues, perform the ista/d n63 misfire detection test plan. please make sure the fasta data is transmitted. submit a puma case titl
- Bulletin:
- B111614
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- "this bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the engine timing chains for wear, and should be completed in conjunction with si b11 06 14, ""n63 customer care package."" the n63ccp and n63 engine check the timing chain are not mandator
- Bulletin:
- B121015
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- "si b12 10 15 engine electrical systems march 2015 technical service this service information bulletin supersedes si b12 10 15 dated january 2015. designates changes to this revision subject n63: cbs oil service conversion in ista/p. the cb
- Bulletin:
- B260114
- Component:
- 105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
- Summary:
- Driveshaft technical service. this service information bulletin supersedes si b26 01 14 dated august 2014. perform the procedure outlined in this service information on all affected vehicles before customer delivery or the next time they ar
- Bulletin:
- B650215
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- Idrive controller trim peeling. the chrome ring on the idrive controller is peeling. poor chrome material adhesion.
- Bulletin:
- B070314
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- 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 visits. fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not be
- Bulletin:
- B110815
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- ?n63 engine: valve seal replacement. refer to the following applicable sibs before replacing the valve seals. b11 07 11 - turbocharger failure: oil supply and return line blockage and proper repairs b11 07 12 - n63 engine: oil consumption a
- Bulletin:
- B123215
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- "engine idle speed fluctuates intermittently, when shifting into gear. while stationary, the engine idle speed could fluctuate (once or a few times) after engaging either ""drive"" or ""reverse gear. it is possible that the engine could als
- Bulletin:
- B123915
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- Delivery stop: program electronic control unit. a delivery stop has been issued on f15 phev vehicles produced from july 6, 2015 to october 21, 2015. these vehicles require programming of the electric machine electronics (eme) control unit.
- Bulletin:
- B010115
- Component:
- 073200 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
- Summary:
- "n63 engine fuel injectors - limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles. information for the above-referenced vehicles, bmw of north america, llc (""bmw na"") is extending the limited warranty for the fuel injectors to: 10 years/1
- Bulletin:
- B011215
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- "n63 engine crankcase ventilation ""connecting line"" hoses: limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles. information for the above-referenced vehicles, bmw of north america, llc (""bmw na"") is extending the limited warranty for t
- Bulletin:
- B123215
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- "engine idle speed fluctuates intermittently, when shifting into gear. while stationary, the engine idle speed could fluctuate (once or a few times) after engaging either ""drive"" or ""reverse gear. it is possible that the engine could als
- Bulletin:
- 010414
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- External engine oil leaks and repairs. during the vehicle's operational life, normal engine oil seepage or sweating, in addition to accumulated road dust, dirt and grime in the engine compartment can cause the appearance of a more severe oi
- Bulletin:
- 840314
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Iphone: connection failures with ios 7. there are various connectivity failures with the iphone using ios 7. some examples are listed below: * call disconnection * contact list incomplete * general connection failures cause apple software i
- Bulletin:
- 610314
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- 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 control message related to the battery that is displayed on
- Bulletin:
- 840214
- Component:
- 118000 electrical system: software
- Summary:
- Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information. connecteddrive/bmw assist features are partially or completely inoperative. this service information bulletin is being published because vehicles are down for an extended period of tim
- Bulletin:
- 110614
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- Information this bulletin outlines the customer care package program that has been designed exclusively for bmw vehicles with the n63 engine. vehicles with the n63 high performance engine are engineered with efficientdynamics that provides
- Bulletin:
- 111614
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- N63 engine: check the timing chain. information this bulletin outlines the procedure to check the engine timing chains for wear and should be completed in conjunction with si b11 06 14 "n63 customer care package". performing the test plans
- Bulletin:
- 130712
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- N63 and s63 engine: high-pressure fuel injector replacement procedures. the customer complains that one of the following scenarios has been encountered while operating the vehicle: ? during a cold start in the morning, the engine runs very
- Bulletin:
- 840412
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Iphone 6, 6 plus, 5, 5s, 5c, 4s, 4, and 3gs with ios 8.x information. information there is one major difference in functionality since ios 8.0 was released. scenario: z the customer leaves the vehicle and turns his or her phone off. z he or
- Bulletin:
- 260114
- Component:
- 105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
- Summary:
- Service action: inspect front driveshaft. the universal joints in the front driveshaft may wear out prematurely.
- Bulletin:
- 121712
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- N52t / n55 with 8hp45: delay in engine response. a customer may complain of a delay in engine response after decelerating at low road speeds and then reaccelerating. this can occur when the transmission remains in a high gear due to a delay
- Bulletin:
- 130712
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- N63 and s63 engine: high-pressure fuel injector replacement procedures. the customer complains that one of the following scenarios has been encountered while operating the vehicle: * during a cold start in the morning, the engine runs very
- Bulletin:
- 260114
- Component:
- 105100 power train:driveline:universal joint
- Summary:
- Service action: inspect front driveshaft. the universal joints in the front driveshaft may wear out prematurely.
- Bulletin:
- 610314
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- 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 control message related to the battery that is displayed on t
- Bulletin:
- 650514
- Component:
- 353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
- Summary:
- Traffic information is inoperative. the traffic information is intermittently or permanently inoperative. * traffic flow is not displayed on the navigation map. * the traffic list is empty. 1. the offboard availability (backend) system is
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