2012 BMW Z4 Recalls (5)

Campaign:
12V302000 on 06/27/2012
Component:
Steering:electric power assist system
Manufactured:
11/21/2011 - 12/14/2011
Affected:
162
Defect:
Bmw is recalling certain model year 2011 1-series active e and model year 2012 z4 vehicles. variations in electrical current may occur within the electric power steering assistance system, leading to sudden loss of power steering assistance.
Consequence:
Sudden loss of steering assistance may increase the steering effort required to control the direction of a vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering assistance module, free of charge. the safety recall began during july 2012. owners may contact bmw customer relations at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes:
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
13V454000 on 10/20/2013
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
Manufactured:
05/31/2012 - 06/29/2013
Affected:
76,191
Defect:
Bmw of north america llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 320i, 328i, 320i xdrive, and 328i xdrive sedans; model year 2014 328i xdrive sports wagons; model year 2012-2013 528i and 528i xdrive sedans, model year 2013-2014 x1 sdrive28i and x1 xdrive28i vehicles and model year 2012-2014 z4 sdrive28i roadsters. due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail.
Consequence:
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will modify the vehicles to prevent insufficient vacuum pump lubrication, free of charge. the safety recall began on january 31, 2014. owners may contact bmw customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at customerrelations@bmwusa.com.
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:
13V454000 on 10/20/2013
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
05/31/2012 - 06/29/2013
Affected:
76,191
Defect:
Bmw of north america llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 320i, 328i, 320i xdrive, and 328i xdrive sedans; model year 2014 328i xdrive sports wagons; model year 2012-2013 528i and 528i xdrive sedans, model year 2013-2014 x1 sdrive28i and x1 xdrive28i vehicles and model year 2012-2014 z4 sdrive28i roadsters. due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail.
Consequence:
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will modify the vehicles to prevent insufficient vacuum pump lubrication, free of charge. the safety recall began on january 31, 2014. owners may contact bmw customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at customerrelations@bmwusa.com.
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:
14V627000 on 10/06/2014
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
Manufactured:
06/11/2012 - 06/09/2013
Affected:
8,988
Defect:
Bmw of north america llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2014 bmw 328i xdrive sports wagon, 2012-2014 bmw 320i sedan, 328i sedan, 320i xdrive sedan, 328i xdrive sedan, 2012-2013 bmw 528i sedan, 528i xdrive sedan, 2013-2014 bmw x1 sdrive28i, x1 xdrive28i sports activity vehicle, 2013-2014 bmw x3 xdrive28i sports activity vehicle, 2012-2014 bmw z4 sdrive28i roadster, and 2014 bmw 428i coupe, and 428i xdrive coupe. due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail. note: this recall is an expansion of recall 13v-454.
Consequence:
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will install a locking ring in the camshaft to retain the camshaft seal disk in the proper location, free of charge. the recall began on december 2, 2014. 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:
14V627000 on 10/06/2014
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
06/11/2012 - 06/09/2013
Affected:
8,988
Defect:
Bmw of north america llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2014 bmw 328i xdrive sports wagon, 2012-2014 bmw 320i sedan, 328i sedan, 320i xdrive sedan, 328i xdrive sedan, 2012-2013 bmw 528i sedan, 528i xdrive sedan, 2013-2014 bmw x1 sdrive28i, x1 xdrive28i sports activity vehicle, 2013-2014 bmw x3 xdrive28i sports activity vehicle, 2012-2014 bmw z4 sdrive28i roadster, and 2014 bmw 428i coupe, and 428i xdrive coupe. due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail. note: this recall is an expansion of recall 13v-454.
Consequence:
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will install a locking ring in the camshaft to retain the camshaft seal disk in the proper location, free of charge. the recall began on december 2, 2014. 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.

2012 BMW Z4 TSBs (58)

Bulletin:
SB-1214
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Bmw: vehicles needs diagnosing for n63 misfire faults when service engine soon lamp is illuminated. lack of diagnosing engine or fuel system could cause incorrect diagnosis and repeated repair attempts. no models or model years listed.
Bulletin:
SIB-12-18-12
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Bmw: if bsd communication is disrupted, oil level sensor data is no longer received by dme. bsd communication fault(s), after repairs are shortly set, requires removal of ignition harness from cylinder head cover. all models. no model
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-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-24-02-15
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Bmw: on transmission side, in some vehicles, the transmission fluid is leaking around the area of the oil cooler lines causing unfavorable cooling line connection tolerances to damage o rings. model e84 (x1), e89 (z4), f22 & 23 (2 series)
Bulletin:
11 13 15
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
The plastic oil filter might fail which will cause a leakage to the internal and /or external engine oil or coolant
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:
B111116
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
N20 engine oil feed line to the turbocharger:within the bmw òmodeló vehicles listed above, bmw of north america, llc (òbmw naó) is extending the limited warranty for the engine oil feed line to the turbocharger
Bulletin:
B010116
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
N20 engine coolant thermostat: limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles
Bulletin:
B840214
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information
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:
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:
B110317
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
?n20 and n26 engine: high pitched whining noise from lower engine area . whining noise from the lower engine area near the engine oil pump that increases frequency when increasing the engine rpm. wear on the engine oil pump chain drive sp
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:
B840816
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
The underlying 2g technology for the gsm (global system mobile communication) combox will no longer be supported by the cellular network providers after december 31, 2016. this combox and the bmw assist services that use its functionality w
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:
B240215
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
8hp: transmission fluid loss from cooler lines connections. there is a transmission fluid leak in the area around the oil cooler lines (on the transmission side). cause damaged o-rings due to unfavorable cooling line connection tolerances
Bulletin:
B121516
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
"voluntary emissions recall campaign 16e-a04: dme - obd. the dme software calibration for exhaust gas recirculation (egr) on board diagnosis (obd) may not function correctly. this would not cause problems with the vehicle emissions, but cou
Bulletin:
B111116
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
"n20 engine oil feed line to the turbocharger: limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles. when starting a cold engine, a ""plume of blue smoke"" can be seen emitting from the exhaust tailpipe for approximately 10-20 seconds. ther
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:
B111012
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
N20 engine: repeated juddering or surging while accelerating. the vehicle judders or surges repeatedly while accelerating in hot ambient temperatures between 3,000 rpm and 5,000 rpm. the service engine soon lamp is not illuminated, and no f
Bulletin:
B111315
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
The plastic oil filter housing may fail and lead to an internal and/or external engine oil or coolant leak.
Bulletin:
B012016
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Footwell module: limited warranty extension to 8 years/125,000 miles. when performing ista/d diagnosis and/or a programming procedure (software update) on an affected vehicle, the footwell module (frm) could fail. there is a compatibility i
Bulletin:
B121516
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
"voluntary emissions recall campaign 16e-a04: dme - obd. the dme software calibration for exhaust gas recirculation (egr) on board diagnosis (obd) may not function correctly. this would not cause problems with the vehicle emissions, but cou
Bulletin:
B511615
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
"delivery stop: remove engine oil label. affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until the label is removed. vehicles at ports of entry will be remedied prior to dealer delivery. on affected vehicles, there i
Bulletin:
650215
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Sidrive controller trim peeling. the chrome ring on the idrive controller is peeling. poor chrome material adhesion
Bulletin:
B511615
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
"affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until the label is removed. vehicles at ports of entry will be remedied prior to dealer delivery. on affected vehicles, there is an incorrect label regarding the appro
Bulletin:
B840215
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Cannot update bluetooth software (kisu data). the vehicle does not accept the kisu (customer initiated software update) software update.
Bulletin:
B111615
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
?n20 and n26 engine: smoke from exhaust when starting a cold engine. when starting a cold engine, blue smoke can be seen emitting from the exhaust tailpipe for approximately 10-20 seconds. no turbo charger boost faults are stored and no dri
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:
123814
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Subject n20, n26, and n55 engines with injector electrical faults. any of the following symptoms could occur simultaneously with injector electrical faults stored in the dme: z after the engine is turned off for a short time, it can no long
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:
B110315
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
N20 and n26 engine: oil leaks from cylinder head cover. there is an engine oil leakage under the vehicle, or the vehicle smells of engine oil. the cylinder head cover gasket is leaking engine oil due to loose retaining bolt(s).
Bulletin:
B110515
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
"n20 and n55 engine: engine oil filter application for plastic oil filter housing. the current version of epc does not provide all available options for the engine oil filters used in the n20 and n55 engines produced with a ""plastic"" oil
Bulletin:
B840514
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
One or both of the situations listed below may be encountered: ? android device connection stability (dropped calls) ? third-party app metadata: the album art and song title do not update when streaming audio from pandora or spotify, etc. n
Bulletin:
121513
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
?n20 and n26 engine: various vanos system faults stored in dme. the service engine soon lamp and engine malfunction warning are illuminated, and the vehicle has reduced power output. this situation can occur as a customer complaint, or afte
Bulletin:
122413
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
"perform the procedure outlined in this service information on all affected vehicles before customer delivery or the next time they are in the shop for maintenance or repairs. bmw centers must ensure recalls are completed after having been
Bulletin:
B240215
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
8hp: transmission fluid loss from cooler lines connections. there is a transmission fluid leak in the area around the oil cooler lines (on the transmission side). cause damaged o-rings due to unfavorable cooling line connection tolerances
Bulletin:
B650215
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Idrive controller trim peeling. the chrome ring on the idrive controller is peeling. poor chrome material adhesion.
Bulletin:
B090615
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
New programming feature: exclusion of infotainment control units from programming. programming with ista/p 3.57.4, or a more recent update, displays a new pop-up window providing options for systems programming.
Bulletin:
B513815
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Door brake makes squeaking noise. the customer may complain of a squeaking noise when opening or closing either front door. debris inclusions imbed into the door brake slide mechanism.
Bulletin:
122413
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
"?si b12 24 13 march 2014 engine electrical systemstechnical service this service information bulletin supersedes si b12 24 13 dated january 2014. perform the procedure outlined in this service information on all affected vehicles before
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:
652214
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Automated activation of navigation system during pdi/qc1. information important: the initial nav enabling code no longer needs to be pre-ordered through the parts department! when the vehicle is connected to the diagnostic system ista to pe
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:
840514
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Service action: bluetooth software (kisu data) update. this service action is being released to improve customer satisfaction as we strive to be number 1 in the jd power initial quality survey (iqs). this new kisu software improves the blue
Bulletin:
130514
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
N20 and n26 injector replacement. information when a defective high-pressure fuel injector is identified with an index "02" designation, as shown in the illustration below, all 4 injectors must be replaced at the same time. this bulletin on
Bulletin:
120114
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
"perform the procedure outlined in this service information on all affected vehicles before customer delivery or the next time they are in the shop for maintenance or repairs. bmw centers must ensure recalls are completed after having been
Bulletin:
540414
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Delivery stop: wiring harness sensor rear module. a delivery stop has been issued on certain 2014 model year e89 vehicles produced from march 26, 2014 through april 01, 2014. these vehicles may be faulty with the routing of the micro switch
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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