2017 BMW i8
TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins)
Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2017 i8 are official communications between BMW & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.
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TSB #B360121
At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned. Read More »
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TSB #B610920
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. Read More »
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TSB #B330219
The drivability/steering behavior appears inconsistent. Rear axle stiffening plate. Read More »
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TSB #B611915
Grating or Scraping Noise When Turning Steering Wheel. There is a grating or scraping noise when the steering wheel is turned. The noise comes from the steering column switch cluster (SZL), coil spring or steering wheel. Read More »
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TSB #B511916
"STEERING COLUMN STALK SWITCH STICKING. The steering column stalk switch for the turn signal sticks when actuating ""headlight flasher"" mode. Interference fit between stalk switch and upper steering column shroud. Read More »
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TSB #B511916
"STEERING COLUMN STALK SWITCH STICKING. The steering column stalk switch for the turn signal sticks when actuating ""headlight flasher"" mode. Interference fit between stalk switch and upper steering column shroud. Read More »
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TSB #B610920
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. Read More »
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TSB #B330219
The drivability/steering behavior appears inconsistent. Rear axle stiffening plate. Read More »
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TSB #B370117
?NOISE/LEAK AT REAR AXLE SPRING STRUT . Rattle/thumping noise in the area of the rear axle Rear axle spring strut leaking oil Rear axle spring strut. Read More »
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TSB #B330616
"SERVICE ACTION: CHECK AND REPLACE THE LEFT REAR AXLE SHAFT. The left rear output shaft may break. This could cause damage to the surrounding components at the left rear of the vehicle. Read More »
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TSB #B662116
KAFAS CAMERA-BASED ASSISTANCE SYSTEM LIMITS. INFORMATION The situations described above may all be caused by known limitations of the system such as: Dirty windshield Incomplete calibration process Unsuccessful calibration Restricted ... Read More »
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TSB #B340517
TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: Ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied, noticeable at low speeds. The vehicle must be moving. Read More »
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TSB #B340517
TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B34 05 17 dated September 2017. Read More »
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TSB #B340315
SUBJECT Uneven Brake Pad Wear with Regenerative Braking. Under certain vehicle operating conditions, the brake calipers' outer pads (without wear sensor) will wear faster than the inner pads (with wear sensor). Read More »
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TSB #B340315
SUBJECT Uneven Brake Pad Wear with Regenerative Braking. Under certain vehicle operating conditions, the brake calipers' outer pads (without wear sensor) will wear faster than the inner pads (with wear sensor). Read More »
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TSB #B340616
"DSC ""WHEEL SPEED SENSOR"" FAULT CODES AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP- DIAGNOSTIC. 1. DSC's fault codes stored from two different wheel speed sensors (both front or both rear): 4809B0 - wheel speed sensor - front left - drive off ... Read More »
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TSB #B340316
Erroneous Wheel Speed Sensors Plausibility Faults - Diagnosis. INFORMATION These faults do NOT indicate brake system malfunction, or cause Check Control message display. Read More »
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TSB #B340315
SUBJECT Uneven Brake Pad Wear with Regenerative Braking. Under certain vehicle operating conditions, the brake calipers' outer pads (without wear sensor) will wear faster than the inner pads (with wear sensor). Read More »
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TSB #B340616
"DSC ""WHEEL SPEED SENSOR"" FAULT CODES AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP- DIAGNOSTIC. 1. DSC's fault codes stored from two different wheel speed sensors (both front or both rear): 4809B0 - wheel speed sensor - front left - drive off ... Read More »
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TSB #B513016
TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 4) replaces SI B51 30 16 dated March 2018. Read More »
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TSB #B610520
CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B61 05 20 dated February 2020. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Read More »
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TSB #B110717
FAULT 118002 - MIXTURE TOO RICH SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on with the following fault stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DME). Read More »
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TSB #B121618
ENGINE OIL CBS DATA WILL NOT RESET: Service Interval Indicator (SIA) for the engine oil Condition Based Service (CBS) cannot be reset or corrected via the instrument cluster or diagnostic tester. Read More »
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TSB #B120917
SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS. The HV system is being shut off without a request from the driver. Erroneous fault memories can lead to unnecessary MIL activation. Read More »
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TSB #B662116
KAFAS CAMERA-BASED ASSISTANCE SYSTEM LIMITS. INFORMATION The situations described above may all be caused by known limitations of the system such as: Dirty windshield Incomplete calibration process Unsuccessful calibration Restricted ... Read More »
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TSB #B122715
Service Engine Soon (MIL) - IHKA FC 801375 & 8013A3 This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 27 15 dated November 2015. Read More »
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TSB #B511615
"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. Read More »
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TSB #B170121
The quick disconnect coupling on the cylinder head coolant vent line could break at the cylinder head. This would lead to loss of coolant from the engine. Read More »
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TSB #B130420
TANK VENTILATION AND MIXTURE CONTROL FAULTS STORED IN THE DME: The Engine Malfunction Warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in the DME. Read More »
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TSB #B110717
FAULT 118002 - MIXTURE TOO RICH SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on with the following fault stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DME). Read More »
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TSB #B121419
The fault memory lock in Digital Motor Electronics (DME) control unit was not activated. An activated lock would prevent the manual deletion of permanent fault codes. The DME fault memory lock has not been set. Read More »
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TSB #B170318
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE "TOP UP COOLANT" (I12). The top up coolant message is displayed in the central display (CC message ID 166). Read More »
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TSB #B110717
FAULT 118002 - MIXTURE TOO RICH SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on with the following fault stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DME). Read More »
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TSB #B170218
PROPER COOLANT BLEEDING PROCEDURE (I12): One or more of the following Check Control (CC) messages are displayed: Read More »
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TSB #B611018
THE DISPLAY GOES BLACK, VEHICLE DOESNT START AGAIN AFTER SWITCHING THE ENGINE OFF.: On board computer and navigation system goes black or resets. Read More »
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TSB #B120518
MIL ILLUMINATED AFTER PROGRAMMING WITH ISTA 4.08.1X: After programming the vehicle with ISTA 4.08.1x (I level 17-11-520), the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is displayed in the instrument cluster but there are no MIL relevant fault ... Read More »
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TSB #B110717
FAULT 118002 - MIXTURE TOO RICH SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES: The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on with the following fault stored in the DME. Read More »
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TSB #B122715
Service Engine Soon (MIL) - IHKA FC 801375 & 8013A3 This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 27 15 dated November 2015. Read More »
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TSB #B122116
"SERVICE ENGINE SOON (MIL) - IHKA FC 8013A3. The malfunction indictor lamp (MIL) illuminates at start-up or during trip. Heating function is usually working properly. Read More »
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TSB #B120416
Engine will not Start (No Crank). The engine will not crank or the engine loses power while driving, followed by a no crank situation. There is no communication with the DME when diagnosing with ISTA (DME is yellow on control unit tree). Read More »
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TSB #B122319
DIAGNOSTIC HINT: CATALYTIC CONVERTER INSPECTION AFTER LOSS OF CRANKSHAFT SIGNAL. In certain situations when the crankshaft position signal is lost while driving the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and an engine malfunction check control ... Read More »
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TSB #B170121
The quick disconnect coupling on the cylinder head coolant vent line could break at the cylinder head. This would lead to loss of coolant from the engine. Read More »
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TSB #B000616
?June 2016 Maintenance and General Hints: technical Service Plugin Hybrids, (PHEV) MPGe Fuel Economy Rating. Read More »
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TSB #B011318
X5 PHEV, I3 REX AND I8 FUEL TANK PRESSURE SENSOR: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES: For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle?s Fuel Tank Pressure ... Read More »
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TSB #B160518
?SERVICE ACTION: REPLACE FUEL TANK DELIVERY UNIT I12 US. The pressure temperature sensor installed in the fuel delivery module can develop internal leaks. Read More »
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TSB #B340517
TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B34 05 17 dated September 2017. Read More »
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TSB #B122716
DIAGNOSING NON FUNCTIONING eDRIVE: Vehicle will not go into "eDrive". No pertinent electric drivetrain fault codes to assist with diagnosis. "eDrive" may be greyed-out in the Central Information Display (CID) and is not selectable. Read More »
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TSB #B121419
The fault memory lock in Digital Motor Electronics (DME) control unit was not activated. An activated lock would prevent the manual deletion of permanent fault codes. The DME fault memory lock has not been set. Read More »
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TSB #B611305
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. Read More »
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TSB #SIB651312
The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. Read More »
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TSB #B611820
BMW TURBOCORD PORTABLE EV 120 V/240 V CHARGER: The BMW-approved accessory TurboCord electric vehicle (EV) charger will not charge the vehicle. Read More »
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TSB #B610520
CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415 is displayed- "Increased battery drain! // Battery. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Read More »
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TSB #B610920
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. Read More »
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TSB #B840214
CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 7) replaces SI B84 02 14 dated May 2019. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. Read More »
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TSB #B610520
CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER. A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415 is displayed- "Increased battery drain! // Battery. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Read More »
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TSB #B513119
DOOR WILL NOT OPEN OR CLOSE. One or both doors will not open or close (latch/unlatch). Low voltage supply of the vehicle 12 V battery or the key fob battery may cause the door lock actuator to become temporarily electrically faulted. Read More »
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TSB #B110717
FAULT 118002 - MIXTURE TOO RICH SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on with the following fault stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DME). Read More »
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TSB #B640419
INTERMITTENT HEATER OUTPUT. Intermittently the vehicle has no heater output. Read More »
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TSB #B611918
STANDARD OCCASIONAL USE CABLE CHARGING COMPLAINT TROUBLESHOOTING This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 19 18 dated November 2018. Read More »
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TSB #B611018
THE DISPLAY GOES BLACK, THE ENGINE CAN BE SWITCHED OFF ONLY VIA THE EMERGENCY-OFF.. * On board computer and navigation system goes black or resets. Read More »
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TSB #B641118
STATIONARY CLIMATE CONTROL NOT WORKING AFTER HIGH VOLTAGE CHARGING. After the high voltage (HV) charging procedure, the stationary climate control (aka preconditioning) does not work. This is part of the normal design. Read More »
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TSB #B122716
DIAGNOSING NON FUNCTIONING eDRIVE. * Vehicle will not go into "eDrive" * No pertinent electric drivetrain fault codes to assist with diagnosis * "eDrive" may be greyed-out in the Central Information Display (CID) and is not selectable * ... Read More »
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TSB #B840214
?CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. Read More »
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TSB #B840616
?BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID's (Integrated Circuit Card Identifier). Read More »
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TSB #B660118
"?REMOTE KEY WILL NOT OPEN OR START VEHICLE. Remote key battery in service significantly less (under a year) than expected two-year life-span. Read More »
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TSB #B640718
STATIONARY CLIMATE CONTROL NOT POSSIBLE WHEN SET FOR DEPARTURE TIME BETWEEN 0:00 AND 0:30 TIME RANGE: The programmed stationary climate control ventilation function does not switch on when the departure time is set between 0:00 and 0:30 ... Read More »
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TSB #B840616
BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Read More »
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TSB #B840818
HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when: Read More »
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TSB #B120518
MIL ILLUMINATED AFTER PROGRAMMING WITH ISTA 4.08.1X: After programming the vehicle with ISTA 4.08.1x (I level 17-11-520), the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is displayed in the instrument cluster but there are no MIL relevant fault ... Read More »
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TSB #B840214
ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information Read More »
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TSB #B120917
SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS. The HV system is being shut off without a request from the driver. Erroneous fault memories can lead to unnecessary MIL activation. Read More »
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TSB #B611517
?SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAMMING CONTROL MODULES FOR OBD COMPLIANCE. Communication between the HV Battery Control Module (SME) and the HV Electrical Machine Electronics (EME) may be disrupted. Read More »
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TSB #B611517
SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAMMING CONTROL MODULES FOR OBD COMPLIANCE. Communication between the HV Battery Control Module (SME) and the HV Electrical Machine Electronics (EME) may be disrupted. Read More »
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TSB #B650616
?NBT HEAD UNIT ABORTS IMPORT OF CD Whats New: ? G12 (7 Series) removed ? I01 (i3) removed ? Warranty Section updated for removal of G12 and I01 . While importing a CD to the internal music collection of an NBT head unit the process aborts. Read More »
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TSB #B000616
?June 2016 Maintenance and General Hints: technical Service Plugin Hybrids, (PHEV) MPGe Fuel Economy Rating. Read More »
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TSB #B612916
?MIL LAMP ILLUMINATED due to an internal fault in the EME. Replace EME. Read More »
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TSB #B611816
"DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION & SME FC 21F0E3. Red Check Control message (CCM) " Drive: Check as soon as possible" Fault Code 21F0E3 "High-voltage electrical system: Insulation resistance below threshold (fault)" stored in the battery ... Read More »
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TSB #B620516
Head-up Display is no Longer Visible. HUD (Head-up Display) adjusted to the lowest position is no longer visible. Software in the instrument cluster Read More »
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TSB #B610416
"SI B61 04 16 General Electrical June 2016 Technical Service EME Fault Code 222C02 Following Replacement or Programming- Diagnosis. Programming, (e.g. Read More »
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TSB #B610816
"DC/DC Converter does not supply sufficient 12V power. Customer probably has a CCM stating ""Battery is not charged"" (CCM-ID: 213) is displayed. Read More »
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TSB #B122715
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 27 15 dated November 2015 SUBJECT Service Engine Soon (MIL) - IHKA FC 801375 & 8013A3. Read More »
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TSB #B610416
"Fault Code 222C02 - Modified Procedure for Exchanging EME. EME needs to be programmed after replacement. Read More »
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TSB #B630216
"High Beam Laser Light Information. INFORMATION Laser headlights will be available as optional equipment SA5AZ. The laser headlight is a combined LED/laser headlight. Low- and high-beam headlights are generated by LEDs, as in LED headlight. Read More »
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TSB #B650516
"False Alarms of the Anti-Theft Alarm System. The alarm (DWA) siren continues to activate after locking vehicle An ""unapproved"" device is connected to the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) port of the vehicle. Read More »
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TSB #B650616
NBT Head Unit Aborts Import of CD. While importing a CD to the internal music collection of an NBT head unit the process aborts. You will see 'import error' on the radio display when this occurs. Read More »
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TSB #B650716
NBT and Entry Head Unit Software Update for Improved Satellite Radio Reception. Poor Satellite Radio reception CAUSE After this software update there is a slight improvement in Satellite Radio reception for these vehicles when receiving ... Read More »
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TSB #B840314
SI B84 03 14 February 2016 Communication Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B84 03 14 dated October 2014. SUBJECT Bluetooth Connection Failures. Read More »
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TSB #B514515
A Rattling Noise is heard coming From the Lower Front Door Area . A rattling noise is heard coming from the lower front door area while driving or closing the door. Read More »
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TSB #B610516
The Horns Fail to Operate. When the horn is activated, one or both horns fail to work. Mechanical defect of the horn(s) Read More »
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TSB #B651419
HEAD UNIT NBT EVO (HU-H2) PROGRAMMING ABORT: The CID screen may light up blue. When this occurs A battery reset is not successful in restoring head unit operation Software error in the Bootloader file (BTLD) of the head unit. Read More »
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TSB #B610619
HIGH VOLTAGE DIAGNOSTIC SPECIALIST TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT STRATEGY. INFORMATION The ST1821 High Voltage Diagnostic Specialist Certification (HVS) is the next step in the E-mobility service strategy for BMW technicians. Read More »
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TSB #B660118
REMOTE KEY WILL NOT OPEN OR START VEHICLE: Remote key battery in service significantly less (under a year) than expected two-year life-span. Read More »
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TSB #B612617
Charging of the high voltage battery is interrupted and will not complete. A change in the job structure in ISTA causes the BDC to open the 30B relay unexpectedly. Read More »
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TSB #B621215
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY IMPLAUSIBLE: In the Instrument Cluster (Kombi) display you may observe an implausible outside temperature reading. Read More »
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TSB #B650709
NAVIGATION SYSTEM - REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROADMAP DATA: Do not replace parts and do not program the vehicle. Roads can change by up to 15% every year. Read More »
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TSB #B650720
VEHICLE SOUND GENERATOR IS DIFFERENT AND LOUDER AFTER PROGRAMMING: Vehicles sound is different and louder after programming to an Integration level (I-level) between I001-1911-500 and I001-19-11-556. Read More »
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TSB #B651419
HEAD UNIT NBT EVO (HU-H2) PROGRAMMING ABORT: The CID screen may light up blue. When this occurs A battery reset is not successful in restoring head unit operation Software error in the Bootloader file (BTLD) of the head unit. Read More »
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TSB #B651419
HEAD UNIT NBT EVO (HU-H2) PROGRAMMING ABORT. During programming several aborts can occur in the head unit NBT EVO (HU-H2). Read More »
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TSB #B170318
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE "TOP UP COOLANT" (I12). The top up coolant message is displayed in the central display (CC message ID 166). Read More »
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TSB #B651218
AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT REMAINS ON AFTER SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT REPLACEMENT. The airbag indicator light illuminates after replacing the CIS (Capacitive Interior Sensing) mat. Read More »
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TSB #B611918
STANDARD OCCASIONAL USE CABLE - CHARGING COMPLAINT TROUBLESHOOTING. Read More »
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TSB #B840616
BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Read More »
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TSB #B840818
HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when: Read More »
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TSB #B651316
NBT-EVO Head Unit Cannot be Swapped between Vehicles for Testing: If either the NBT-EVO head unit or Body Domain Controller (BDC) are swapped into a different vehicle they will cause the head unit NBT-EVO to enter a locked mode once it ... Read More »
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TSB #B120518
MIL ILLUMINATED AFTER PROGRAMMING WITH ISTA 4.08.1X: After programming the vehicle with ISTA 4.08.1x (I level 17-11-520), the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is displayed in the instrument cluster but there are no MIL relevant fault ... Read More »
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TSB #B120818
ROUGH RUNNING AND VARIOUS VANOS FAULTS STORED: The check engine light is illuminated and the vehicle may run rough at idle and while driving. Read More »
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TSB #B122715
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 27 15 dated November 2015 SUBJECT Service Engine Soon (MIL) - IHKA FC 801375 & 8013A3. Read More »
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TSB #B660416
"""Comfort Access Restricted"" Check Control Message is Displayed. ""Comfort Access Restricted"" CCM (Check Control Message) is permanently displayed.. The CCM ID: D0h. The comfort access is functioning correctly. Read More »
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TSB #B620516
Head-up Display is no Longer Visible. HUD (Head-up Display) adjusted to the lowest position is no longer visible. Software in the instrument cluster. Read More »
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TSB #B630516
HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE VISIBLE INTERNAL MOISTURE/CONDENSATION: Water on the inside (A) or misting (B) of both headlight lenses that is visible from outside. Read More »
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TSB #B630516
HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE VISIBLE INTERNAL MOISTURE/CONDENSATION: Water on the inside (A) or misting (B) of both headlight lenses that is visible from outside. Read More »
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TSB #B630516
"HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE VISIBLE INTERNAL MOISTURE/CONDENSATION. Water on the inside (A) or misting (B) of both headlight lenses that is visible from outside. Read More »
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TSB #B630216
"High Beam Laser Light Information. INFORMATION Laser headlights will be available as optional equipment SA5AZ. The laser headlight is a combined LED/laser headlight. Low- and high-beam headlights are generated by LEDs, as in LED headlight. Read More »
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TSB #B511819
REAR GLASS WINDOW DOES NOT FULLY OPEN. When opening the rear glass window to access the luggage compartment the lid will release but will not open high enough to grasp the window completely by hand. The lock pin is contaminated. Read More »
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TSB #B612315
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full: Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full.There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch. Read More »
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TSB #B612315
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full : The low washer fluid warning is illuminated even though the washer fluid reservoir is full. Read More »
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TSB #B612315
The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016. Read More »
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TSB #B612315
The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016. Read More »
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TSB #B641118
STATIONARY CLIMATE CONTROL NOT WORKING AFTER HIGH VOLTAGE CHARGING. After the high voltage (HV) charging procedure, the stationary climate control (aka preconditioning) does not work. This is part of the normal design. Read More »
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TSB #B513016
TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 4) replaces SI B51 30 16 dated March 2018. Read More »
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TSB #B651218
AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT REMAINS ON AFTER SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT REPLACEMENT. The airbag indicator light illuminates after replacing the CIS (Capacitive Interior Sensing) mat. Read More »
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TSB #B611517
SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAMMING CONTROL MODULES FOR OBD COMPLIANCE. Communication between the HV Battery Control Module (SME) and the HV Electrical Machine Electronics (EME) may be disrupted. Read More »
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TSB #BMWFEB1516
"Delivery Stop: I12 (i8) Passenger-Side Front Air Bag Message Recipients: General Managers, Sales Managers, Service and Parts Managers, Service Managers, Shop Foremen, Service Technicians Message Text: BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop ... Read More »
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TSB #B720220
SAFETY BELT WARNING GONG SOUNDS AFTER UNBUCKLING WHILE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY. After a vehicle has been programmed to an I-level greater than 19-11-5xx and lower than I-level 20-03-530; the safety belt (aka seat belt) acoustic warning ... Read More »
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TSB #B720118
GROANING NOISE FROM DRIVER'S BACKREST. When the vehicle interior heats up beyond approx. 90 degrees Farenheit. Read More »
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TSB #B512516
RATTLE FROM DOOR LOCK STRIKER. A rattle may be heard from the driver's side or passenger's side door lock striker, or the door lock striker may show evidence of improper contact. The paint on the striker may be worn off. Read More »
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TSB #B512818
GROANING NOISE AT DOOR SILL DURING ENTRY OR EXIT. A groaning or creaking noise may be heard when getting into and out of the vehicle. This can occur if the driver or passenger leans on the sill trim for support. Read More »
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TSB #B512016
Door Will Not Go Up All The Way. The driver's side or passenger's side door may not open to the highest position. Insufficient lifting force from gas pressurized damper spring. Read More »
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TSB #B511316
Difficult to Unlock Vehicle with Mechanical Key. Lock cylinder difficult to turn when unlocking with mechanical key. CAUSE Door lock actuator Read More »
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TSB #B514515
A Rattling Noise is heard coming From the Lower Front Door Area . A rattling noise is heard coming from the lower front door area while driving or closing the door. Read More »
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TSB #B513016
TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. Read More »
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TSB #B513016
TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS. Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. Trunk/tailgate may open while the vehicle is in motion. Usually after stopping, such as a traffic light etc. Read More »
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TSB #B513016
TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS. Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. Trunk/tailgate may open while the vehicle is in motion. Usually after stopping, such as a traffic light etc. Read More »
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TSB #B512516
RATTLE FROM DOOR LOCK STRIKER. A rattle may be heard from the driver's side or passenger's side door lock striker, or the door lock striker may show evidence of improper contact. The paint on the striker may be worn off. Read More »
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TSB #B511316
Difficult to Unlock Vehicle with Mechanical Key. Lock cylinder difficult to turn when unlocking with mechanical key. CAUSE Door lock actuator Read More »
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TSB #B513016
TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. Read More »
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TSB #B513016
TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. Read More »
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TSB #B360115
SI B36 01 15 February 2016 Wheel and Tires Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 36 01 15 dated October 2015. Read More »
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TSB #B340517
TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: Ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied, noticeable at low speeds. The vehicle must be moving. Read More »
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TSB #B340517
TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B34 05 17 dated September 2017. Read More »
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TSB #B360519
SERVICE ACTION: INSPECT THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL RIM AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY. Vehicles delivered with wheel rim style 470 (shown) have directional wheels specifically for the left and right side of the vehicle. Read More »
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TSB #B340316
ERRONEOUS WHEEL SPEED SENSORS PLAUSIBILITY FAULTS DIAGNOSIS Read More »
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TSB #B520418
CREAKING NOISE FROM FRONT SEAT CUSHION: A creaking noise, as demonstrated in video https://tinyurl.com/V520118 , can be heard from the vicinity of the front seat cushion (Foam padding). Read More »
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TSB #B610920
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. Read More »
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TSB #B662116
KAFAS CAMERA-BASED ASSISTANCE SYSTEM LIMITS. INFORMATION The situations described above may all be caused by known limitations of the system such as: Dirty windshield Incomplete calibration process Unsuccessful calibration Restricted ... Read More »
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TSB #B340517
TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B34 05 17 dated September 2017. Read More »
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TSB #B612315
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full: Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full.There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch. Read More »
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TSB #B650720
VEHICLE SOUND GENERATOR IS DIFFERENT AND LOUDER AFTER PROGRAMMING: Vehicles sound is different and louder after programming to an Integration level (I-level) between I001-1911-500 and I001-19-11-556. Read More »
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TSB #B360519
SERVICE ACTION: INSPECT THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL RIM AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY. Vehicles delivered with wheel rim style 470 (shown) have directional wheels specifically for the left and right side of the vehicle. Read More »
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TSB #B612315
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full : The low washer fluid warning is illuminated even though the washer fluid reservoir is full. Read More »
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TSB #B651519
SECURITY IMPROVEMENTS FOR CONNECTEDDRIVE. Security patches for non-safety critical vulnerabilities in BMW head units Entry Nav Entry Media NBT and NBT EVO. Read More »
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TSB #B640419
Intermittently the vehicle has no heater output. Read More »
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TSB #B121419
The fault memory lock in Digital Motor Electronics (DME) control unit was not activated. An activated lock would prevent the manual deletion of permanent fault codes. The DME fault memory lock has not been set. Read More »
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TSB #B610619
HIGH VOLTAGE DIAGNOSTIC SPECIALIST TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT STRATEGY. INFORMATION The ST1821 High Voltage Diagnostic Specialist Certification (HVS) is the next step in the E-mobility service strategy for BMW technicians. Read More »
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TSB #B840311
TELEMATICS CONTROL UNIT ACTIVATION VIA DCSNET FOR BMW ASSIST. Read More »
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TSB #B640419
INTERMITTENT HEATER OUTPUT. Intermittently the vehicle has no heater output. Read More »
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TSB #B640419
INTERMITTENT HEATER OUTPUT. Intermittently the vehicle has no heater output. Read More »
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TSB #B612315
The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016. Read More »
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TSB #B641318
INSUFFICENT AIR COMING FROM VENTS. Air quantity from vents does not chance with blower speed. Read More »
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TSB #B651118
FM RADIO STATIC HEARD BETWEEN 88 TO 97 MHZ. Read More »
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TSB #B611918
STANDARD OCCASIONAL USE CABLE - CHARGING COMPLAINT TROUBLESHOOTING. Read More »
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TSB #B660118
"?REMOTE KEY WILL NOT OPEN OR START VEHICLE. Remote key battery in service significantly less (under a year) than expected two-year life-span. Read More »
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TSB #B840214
CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. Read More »
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TSB #B651316
COMPONENT PROTECTION ACTIVE. HEAD UNITS CANNOT BE SWAPPED BETWEEN VEHICLES FOR TESTING.: If either the head unit (NBT-EVO or ENTRY-NAV-EVO) or the Body Domain Controller (BDC) are swapped into a different vehicle they will cause the head ... Read More »
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TSB #B651316
NBT-EVO Head Unit Cannot be Swapped between Vehicles for Testing: If either the NBT-EVO head unit or Body Domain Controller (BDC) are swapped into a different vehicle they will cause the head unit NBT-EVO to enter a locked mode once it ... Read More »
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TSB #B840818
HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when: Read More »
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TSB #B651316
NBT-EVO Head Unit Cannot be Swapped between Vehicles for Testing. 'Component Protection Active': If either the NBT-EVO head unit or Body Domain Controller (BDC) are swapped into a different vehicle they will cause the head unit NBT-EVO to ... Read More »
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TSB #B3106170621
Please return all part(s) to your facing Regional Distribution Center (RDC). Submit for return using a YR26 damage claim with order reason BM2. Read More »
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TSB #B840214
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. Read More »
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TSB #SIM010917
Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc. This service Information bulletin provides information on shipping "specific" noin-deployed vehicle safety devices that are classified as Dangerous Goods ... Read More »
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TSB #SISIB011317
Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, LLC Read More »
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TSB #B840311
"?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 ... Read More »
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TSB #B660117
DISPLAY KEY: SERVICE INTERVAL DISPLAY CHANGES . INFORMATION Replacing Parts or programming the vehicle will not rectify the situation. Read More »
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TSB #B650915
SI B65 09 15 November 2016 Audio, Navigation, Monitors, Alarms,SRS Technical Service NBT Head Unit High (HU-H) Resets Intermittently or Permanently. The Head Unit-High (HU-H) resets intermittently or permanently. 1. Read More »
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TSB #B840616
BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID's. Read More »
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TSB #B621016
HeadUp Display does not Show Full Street Names. INFORMATION Design of the HUD has limited display area. (It can only show a certain number of text characters). Read More »
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TSB #B840314
Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection - Call is transferred back to the handset. Read More »
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TSB #B630216
"High Beam Laser Light Information. INFORMATION Laser headlights will be available as optional equipment SA5AZ. The laser headlight is a combined LED/laser headlight. Low- and high-beam headlights are generated by LEDs, as in LED headlight. Read More »
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TSB #B360115
SI B36 01 15 February 2016 Wheel and Tires Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 36 01 15 dated October 2015. Read More »
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TSB #BMWFEB1516
"Delivery Stop: I12 (i8) Passenger-Side Front Air Bag Message Recipients: General Managers, Sales Managers, Service and Parts Managers, Service Managers, Shop Foremen, Service Technicians Message Text: BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop ... Read More »
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TSB #B840121
TELEMATICS UNIT DEACTIVATION DUE TO 3G CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY DISCONTINUATION: The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network ... Read More »
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TSB #B513119
DOOR WILL NOT OPEN OR CLOSE. One or both doors will not open or close (latch/unlatch). Low voltage supply of the vehicle 12 V battery or the key fob battery may cause the door lock actuator to become temporarily electrically faulted. Read More »
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TSB #B122319
DIAGNOSTIC HINT: CATALYTIC CONVERTER INSPECTION AFTER LOSS OF CRANKSHAFT SIGNAL. In certain situations when the crankshaft position signal is lost while driving the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and an engine malfunction check control ... Read More »
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TSB #B840818
HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when: Read More »
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TSB #B641316
A/C FAILURE: FC 801252 ELECTRIC A/C COMPRESSOR: INTERNAL FAULT DETECTED: Air conditioning (A/C) failure with IHKA fault code "801252 - Electric A/C compressor: Internal fault detected". Read More »
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TSB #B840314
Bluetooth Connection Failures: There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones: Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Read More »
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TSB #B650915
NBT Head Unit High (HU-H) Resets Intermittently or Permanently Read More »
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TSB #B840516
BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. The ConnectedDrive Services are non-functional after a hardware exchange of the telematics control unit. This is not indicated by CC-message. Read More »
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TSB #B840616
BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID's. Read More »
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TSB #B621016
HeadUp Display does not Show Full Street Names. INFORMATION Design of the HUD has limited display area. (It can only show a certain number of text characters). Read More »
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TSB #B840314
Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection - Call is transferred back to the handset. Read More »
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TSB #B620516
Head-up Display is no Longer Visible. HUD (Head-up Display) adjusted to the lowest position is no longer visible. Software in the instrument cluster. Read More »
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TSB #B650618
DWA (ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM) - FALSE ALARM ACTIVATION: The alarm (DWA) system of the vehicle is being triggered accidentally. Read More »
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TSB #B650516
"False Alarms of the Anti-Theft Alarm System. The alarm (DWA) siren continues to activate after locking vehicle An ""unapproved"" device is connected to the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) port of the vehicle. Read More »
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TSB #B841117
BMW APPS RANDOMLY STARTS PLAYING ON ITS OWN: While listening to FM, or AM, or Satellite Radio (SDARs), the audio source randomly switches to BMW Apps (Pandora, Spotify, Audible etc.) with no input from driver or passenger. Read More »
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TSB #B650617
?SATELLITE RADIO DETERIORATION IN RECEPTION QUALITY DUE TO NEW CELLULAR FREQUENCIES . INFORMATION Inform the customer that the introduction of these expanded frequencies by the wireless mobile providers may be influencing reception ... Read More »
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TSB #B650616
NBT Head Unit Aborts Import of CD. While importing a CD to the internal music collection of an NBT head unit the process aborts. You will see 'import error' on the radio display when this occurs. Read More »
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TSB #B650716
NBT and Entry Head Unit Software Update for Improved Satellite Radio Reception. Poor Satellite Radio reception CAUSE After this software update there is a slight improvement in Satellite Radio reception for these vehicles when receiving ... Read More »
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TSB #B652615
Hissing Noise from Speakers when Radio Volume is Turned Down. There is an audible hissing noise from the speakers when there is no active audio source. This noise is most apparent with the engine and climate system fan turned off. Read More »
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TSB #B651312
The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. Read More »
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TSB #B652214
AUTOMATED ACTIVATION OF NAVIGATION SYSTEM DURING PDI/QC1: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI B65 22 14 dated October 2015. Read More »
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TSB #B650709
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 ... Read More »
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TSB #B650709
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 ... Read More »
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TSB #B651316
NBT-EVO Head Unit Cannot be Swapped between Vehicles for Testing: If either the NBT-EVO head unit or Body Domain Controller (BDC) are swapped into a different vehicle they will cause the head unit NBT-EVO to enter a locked mode once it ... Read More »
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TSB #B651312
HEADUNIT NAVIGATION MAPS (HU-H HU-H2 HU-B): The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (7/2012+). Read More »
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TSB #B652416
"NBT NAVIGATION DOES NOT ROUTE ON TOLL ROADS. NBT Navigation does not provide routes that include certain toll roads. Read More »
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TSB #B511615
"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. Read More »
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TSB #B840214
INFORMATION New information provided by this revision is preceded by this symbol. This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B84 02 14 dated September 2018. Read More »
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TSB #B840616
BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Read More »
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TSB #SIM120517
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Read More »
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TSB #B840214
CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 7) replaces SI B84 02 14 dated May 2019. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. Read More »
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TSB #B122319
DIAGNOSTIC HINT: CATALYTIC CONVERTER INSPECTION AFTER LOSS OF CRANKSHAFT SIGNAL. In certain situations when the crankshaft position signal is lost while driving the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and an engine malfunction check control ... Read More »
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TSB #B612315
The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016. Read More »
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TSB #B720118
GROANING NOISE FROM DRIVER'S BACKREST. When the vehicle interior heats up beyond approx. 90 degrees Farenheit. Read More »
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TSB #B660118
"?REMOTE KEY WILL NOT OPEN OR START VEHICLE. Remote key battery in service significantly less (under a year) than expected two-year life-span. Read More »
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TSB #B840516
BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. The ConnectedDrive Services are non-functional after a hardware exchange of the telematics control unit. This is not indicated by CC-message. Read More »
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TSB #B840616
BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID's. Read More »
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TSB #B840314
SI B84 03 14 February 2016 Communication Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B84 03 14 dated October 2014. SUBJECT Bluetooth Connection Failures. Read More »
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TSB #B514515
A Rattling Noise is heard coming From the Lower Front Door Area . A rattling noise is heard coming from the lower front door area while driving or closing the door. Read More »
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TSB #B641318
INSUFFICENT AIR COMING FROM VENTS. Air quantity from vents does not chance with blower speed. Read More »
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TSB #B641316
A/C FAILURE: FC 801252 ELECTRIC A/C COMPRESSOR: INTERNAL FAULT DETECTED: Air conditioning (A/C) failure with IHKA fault code "801252 - Electric A/C compressor: Internal fault detected". Read More »
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TSB #B641316
"A/C FAILURE: FC 801252 ELECTRIC A/C COMPRESSOR: INTERNAL FAULT DETECTED. Air conditioning (A/C) failure with IHKA fault code ""801252 - Electric A/C compressor: Internal fault detected"". Read More »
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TSB #B122715
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 27 15 dated November 2015 SUBJECT Service Engine Soon (MIL) - IHKA FC 801375 & 8013A3. Read More »
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TSB #B640816
Reduced or No HVAC Heat Output. I12 & F30 PHEV - The heat is not functioning during electric driving and/or the heat output is reduced or fluctuating when driving with the combustion engine. I01 - The heat is not functioning at all. Read More »
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TSB #B650709
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 expansion valve at certain temperature differentials. Read More »