Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 X4 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.

    STEERING

    • TSB #B360121

      Date Announced:
      JAN 08, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10249018

      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 »

    • TSB #B320518

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145330

      POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE UNAVAILABLE AFTER ENGINE START: Sporadically, upon start up, the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) is not functioning. Read More »

    • TSB #B320418

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10138389

      NOISY OR STIFF MANUAL STEERING COLUMN MOVEMENT: Movement of the manual adjusting steering column is either noisy or stiff. Read More »

    STEERING:COLUMN

    • TSB #B320418

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10138389

      NOISY OR STIFF MANUAL STEERING COLUMN MOVEMENT: Movement of the manual adjusting steering column is either noisy or stiff. Read More »

    SUSPENSION

    • TSB #B310122

      Date Announced:
      MAR 14, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10252033

      During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/o router CV boots. Read More »

    • TSB #B310124

      Date Announced:
      JAN 09, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10249016

      With the vehicle is on a lift and the front struts are in the extended position, there may be a cracking and orclicking type noise when turning the steering wheel left/right. See attached video V31 01 24. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB510522

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10218413

      BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective March 28, 2022) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced between March 1, 2022 and March 8, 2022 because the torsion struts may not have been installed at the plant. Read More »

    SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT

    • TSB #SIB510522

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10218413

      BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective March 28, 2022) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced between March 1, 2022 and March 8, 2022 because the torsion struts may not have been installed at the plant. Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

    • TSB #B340517

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10178996

      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 »

    • TSB #B340517

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174009

      TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B34 05 17 dated September 2017. Read More »

    PARKING BRAKE

    • TSB #B513016

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174015

      TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 4) replaces SI B51 30 16 dated March 2018. Read More »

    • TSB #B340318

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10138390

      ELECTROMECHANICAL HOLDING BRAKE (EMF) ERROR Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #B170122

      Date Announced:
      JAN 29, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10249425

      The Check Control message below appears even though the coolant level is not below minimum when theengine is cold. Check Control message (ID 166): Top up coolant. Read More »

    • TSB #B170121

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214256

      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 »

    • TSB #B110317

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10204534

      For the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original ... Read More »

    • TSB #B110317

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10203331

      BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service ... Read More »

    • TSB #SIB110317

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10204619

      BMW of North America, LLC BMW NA is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service ... Read More »

    • TSB #B011321

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10198894

      CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v. Read More »

    • TSB #B011321

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10199287

      CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v. Read More »

    • TSB #B110317

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186213

      N20 AND N26 ENGINE TIMING CHAIN AND OIL PUMP DRIVE CHAIN: Whining noise from the lower engine area near the engine oil pump that increases frequency when increasing the engine RPM. Read More »

    • TSB #B123314

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10172490

      Fault Code 1D2008 Stored in DME: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 5) replaces SI B12 33 14 dated February 2016. The Service Engine Soon light is on. Read More »

    • TSB #B120718

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10149572

      DME FC 1C0102 IS STORED WITH NO OTHER RELATED FAULTS. The following fault has been stored in the Digital Motor electronics (DME) fault memory with no other engine oil pressure faults stored: ??1C0102 - oil pressure control, plausibility, ... Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    • TSB #B170121

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214256

      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 »

    • TSB #B011321

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10198894

      CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v. Read More »

    • TSB #B011321

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10199287

      CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

    • TSB #B620618

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143563

      FUEL GAUGE INCORRECTLY DISPLAYING LOW FUEL LEVEL: Occasionally, on restart after refueling, the fuel gauge will display the fuel level as low (minimum) and the range display will be at an implausible (maximum) value. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #B110317

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10203331

      BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service ... Read More »

    • TSB #B120115

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179810

      N20 and N26 Differential Pressure Sensor Fault: 195002 Stored in DME: The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on with the following differential pressure sensor fault stored: 195002 - Differential pressure sensor, tank vent valve, ... Read More »

    • TSB #B340517

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174009

      TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B34 05 17 dated September 2017. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CHAIN/BELT

    • TSB #B110221

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10204656

      With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Gelis, et al. v. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #B510819

      Date Announced:
      JAN 16, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10249437

      The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. Read More »

    • TSB #B611305

      Date Announced:
      JAN 11, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10249027

      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 »

    • TSB #B651523

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238090

      After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB650122

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10218381

      A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB662419

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10218384

      Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB651312

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214990

      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 »

    • TSB #B610419

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179003

      VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED: The customer's vehicle does not start due to a totally discharged battery. Read More »

    • TSB #B610419

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10177628

      VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED: The customer's vehicle does not start due to a totally discharged battery. Read More »

    • TSB #B612115

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174024

      THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAYS VARIOUS CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAYS VARIOUS CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 7) replaces SI B61 21 15 dated October 2018. Read More »

    • TSB #B840214

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174320

      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 »

    • TSB #B120718

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10149572

      DME FC 1C0102 IS STORED WITH NO OTHER RELATED FAULTS. The following fault has been stored in the Digital Motor electronics (DME) fault memory with no other engine oil pressure faults stored: ??1C0102 - oil pressure control, plausibility, ... Read More »

    • TSB #B620718

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145343

      INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMAINS DARK AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE: When power Terminal 15 (key on) is energized, the instrument cluster does not initialize ? no meters/dials are displayed and it remains completely black. Read More »

    • TSB #B840616

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143569

      BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Read More »

    • TSB #B840818

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143570

      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 »

    • TSB #B621917

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136734

      INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMAINS DARK AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE: Upon starting the vehicle (terminal 15 switched on), the instrument cluster does not function (stays dark, no needle response, no bus communication). Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

    • TSB #B621717

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10135041

      ERRONEOUS HEAD-UP DISPLAY FAULT IN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER: B7F6E3 - HUD: Fault in the communication (HUD not answering) in instrument cluster fault. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    • TSB #B840221

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200249

      The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022. Read More »

    • TSB #B650709

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179009

      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 »

    • TSB #B620518

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143562

      HEADS UP DISPLAY SPORADICALLY INOPERATIVE: Fault memory entry OB7F6E4 HUD: Fault in display backlighting Ois stored in the instrument cluster. Read More »

    • TSB #B840616

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143569

      BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Read More »

    • TSB #B840818

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143570

      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 »

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    • TSB #B630418

      Date Announced:
      MAR 14, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10252031

      One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

    • TSB #B510819

      Date Announced:
      JAN 16, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10249437

      The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #B540421

      Date Announced:
      OCT 18, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244239

      This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry Read More »

    • TSB #B540421

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10225114

      The front sunroof glass seal has shrunk, creating a gap which can cause wind noise or excess water entry. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR

    • TSB #B640518

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145304

      EXCESS NOISE WHEN DEFROST BLOWER IS AT MAX: Loud, rushing, wind noise is heard from ventilation outlets, as shown in video, https://tinyurl.com/V640418 when defroster blower is set at maximum speed. Read More »

    AIR BAGS

    • TSB #B650414

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10227568

      According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB650122

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10218381

      A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB650122

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214266

      A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. Read More »

    • TSB #B513016

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174015

      TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 4) replaces SI B51 30 16 dated March 2018. Read More »

    STRUCTURE

    • TSB #B410722

      Date Announced:
      APR 04, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10253326

      While driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard. Read More »

    • TSB #B541119

      Date Announced:
      JAN 08, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10249024

      This bulletin outlines known areas of possible water entry, operational noise, or wind noise for the vehicles listed above. It serves only as a diagnostic resource in troubleshooting complaints from the roof area. Read More »

    • TSB #B540421

      Date Announced:
      OCT 18, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244239

      This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry Read More »

    • TSB #SIB011219

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10224186

      Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Radiator Grille Upper and Lower Active Air Flaps to: 15 years/150,000 miles ... Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE

    • TSB #B513016

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10142933

      TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. Read More »

    WHEELS

    • TSB #B310122

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214258

      During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/or outer CV boots. Read More »

    • TSB #B340517

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10178996

      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 »

    • TSB #B340517

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174009

      TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B34 05 17 dated September 2017. Read More »

    SEATS

    • TSB #B521823

      Date Announced:
      DEC 15, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10247574

      A noise can be heard from underneath the seat while the seat is being moved either forwards or backwards. This can occur to the driver??A?A?s and/or the passenger??A?A?s front seat. Read More »

    • TSB #B520318

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145298

      MEMORY SEAT ADJUSTMENT IS LIMITED: After programming the vehicle with ISTA 4.10.2x, the adjustment range of the memory seat may restricted. Read More »

    SEATS:BARRIERS

    • TSB #B650414

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10227568

      According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. Read More »

    LANE DEPARTURE

    • TSB #B650414

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10227568

      According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. Read More »

    • TSB #B662719

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10225127

      The Lane Change Warning (LCW) yellow triangle symbol on either one, or both the exterior side view mirrors does not illuminate to alert the driver when it should. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB650122

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214266

      A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. Read More »

    BACK OVER PREVENTION

    • TSB #B650414

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10227568

      According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. Read More »

    • TSB #B340517

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174009

      TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B34 05 17 dated September 2017. Read More »

    COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

    • TSB #B840221

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200249

      The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #B652823

      Date Announced:
      SEP 11, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242874

      Customers may be experiencing one or more of these following issues with Bluetooth operation: Bluetooth cannot be switched on or off in the head unit (HU-H4) Paired mobile devices cannot be deleted Customer is unable to make phone ... Read More »

    • TSB #SIB010921

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10224185

      Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Leak Diagnosis Module with hose assembly (NVLD, shown) to: 15 years/150,000 ... Read More »

    • TSB #SIB011219

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10224186

      Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Radiator Grille Upper and Lower Active Air Flaps to: 15 years/150,000 miles ... Read More »

    • TSB #SIB662419

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10218384

      Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column. Read More »

    • TSB #B270122

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214257

      BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective January 11, 2022) on a small number of Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced between December 23, 2021 and January 4, 2022. Read More »

    • TSB #B040221

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200226

      Distribution of the following tool will be through the Automatic Tool Shipment Program Read More »

    • TSB #B840221

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200249

      The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022. Read More »

    • TSB #B110317

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186213

      N20 AND N26 ENGINE TIMING CHAIN AND OIL PUMP DRIVE CHAIN: Whining noise from the lower engine area near the engine oil pump that increases frequency when increasing the engine RPM. Read More »

    • TSB #B610419

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179003

      VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED: The customer's vehicle does not start due to a totally discharged battery. Read More »

    • TSB #B840214

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145320

      CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. Read More »

    • TSB #B651316

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145316

      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 »

    • TSB #B320418

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10138389

      NOISY OR STIFF MANUAL STEERING COLUMN MOVEMENT: Movement of the manual adjusting steering column is either noisy or stiff. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

    • TSB #B662419

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10225126

      Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB650922

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10224210

      The sound output intermittently drops out entirely. This can be reproduced with all audio sources as well as telephone and voice output. Read More »

    • TSB #B110221

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10204656

      With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Gelis, et al. v. Read More »

    • TSB #B840121

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200487

      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 »

    • TSB #B840221

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200489

      TELEMATICS UNIT RETROFIT TO 4G CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY: The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February ... Read More »

    • TSB #B650318

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10142940

      NO AUDIO PLAYBACK AFTER REPLACING THE HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 (HU-H2): After replacing the Head Unit High (HU-H2) and performing ISTA4 programming, there is no audio playback. Read More »

    • TSB #B840314

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10142945

      Bluetooth Connection Failures: There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones: Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

    • TSB #B650318

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10142940

      NO AUDIO PLAYBACK AFTER REPLACING THE HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 (HU-H2): After replacing the Head Unit High (HU-H2) and performing ISTA4 programming, there is no audio playback. Read More »

    • TSB #B652517

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136739

      ENTRY EVO HEAD UNIT WILL NOT PLAY MP3 FORMATTED CD's: Data CD?s (encoded as MP3?s) can NOT be played. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

    • TSB #B651312

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10204660

      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 »

    • TSB #B652214

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174032

      AUTOMATED ACTIVATION OF NAVIGATION SYSTEM DURING PDI/QC1: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI B65 22 14 dated October 2015. Read More »

    • TSB #B650709

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145306

      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 »

    • TSB #B650709

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143564

      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 »

    • TSB #B651117

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143565

      NAVIGATION PRO (NBT EVO) MAP UPDATE NOT POSSIBLE, NAVIGATION DOES NOT START: Navigation system will not start at all or the: ONavigation system startsO message is permanently displayed; or Read More »

    • TSB #B651316

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10142941

      NBT-EVO (NEXT GENERATION NAVIGATION PROFESSIONAL) HEAD UNIT CANNOT BE SWAPPED BETWEEN VEHICLES FOR TESTING. ?COMPONENT PROTECTION ACTIVE? Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #B110221

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201140

      With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Gelis, et al. v. Read More »

    • TSB #B040221

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200226

      Distribution of the following tool will be through the Automatic Tool Shipment Program Read More »

    • TSB #B840616

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143569

      BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    • TSB #B040221

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200226

      Distribution of the following tool will be through the Automatic Tool Shipment Program Read More »

    • TSB #B840221

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200249

      The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022. Read More »

    • TSB #B840214

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174320

      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 »

    UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    • TSB #B650414

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10227568

      According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. Read More »