Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2023 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 #B310223

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242690

      ?Disturbing noises (thump/pop) when reversing slowly near the steering wheel limit position; for example, when leaving a parking space. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB310223

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236223

      Disturbing noises (thump/pop) when reversing slowly near the steering wheel limit position; for example, when leaving a parking space. Read More »

    STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING

    • TSB #SIB310223

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236223

      Disturbing noises (thump/pop) when reversing slowly near the steering wheel limit position; for example, when leaving a parking space. 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 #B310223

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242690

      ?Disturbing noises (thump/pop) when reversing slowly near the steering wheel limit position; for example, when leaving a parking space. Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

    • TSB #B340223

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238072

      Brake squeak may occur with cold brakes and driving slowly or reversing 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 »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    • TSB #B160123

      Date Announced:
      JAN 05, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10249015

      A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system(NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). Read More »

    • TSB #B160123

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239602

      A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system (NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #B240423

      Date Announced:
      SEP 28, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242970

      BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective September 28, 2023) on certain Model Year 2023 BMWvehicles that were produced between January 23, 2023, and June 15, 2023. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

    • TSB #MCAS4023

      Date Announced:
      SEP 29, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242967

      BMW AG has requested the inspection of all dealer stock of the following part number(s) listed below to ensure the spacer is conformed to drawing. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #B640422

      Date Announced:
      FEB 16, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10250374

      An interference noise (groaning noise) can be heard from within the heating and air-conditioning unit in thecenter of the instrument panel. Read More »

    • 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 #B610524

      Date Announced:
      JAN 05, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10249032

      The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3). FaultB7F8F9 ??A???A???A???A???A???A? ??A???A???A???A???A???A?HU-H: Reset??A???A???A???A???A???A? will be stored in the HU-H3. Read More »

    • TSB #B630821

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239611

      Headlight check control (CC) message 128 "High beam headlight failure" is displayed. The following fault codes are stored during a vehicle test: 80419A - Left high-beam headlight: Short circuit and/or 8041A5 - light outputs: Number of ... Read More »

    • TSB #B511722

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238080

      Due to the semiconductor supply, the Local Interconnect Network module in either of the exterior mirrors was switched to another controller. Read More »

    • TSB #B610123

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238083

      Due to a software error, the vehicle sporadically does not achieve sleep mode. As a result, the 12-volt battery becomes discharged and may cause a no-start condition. 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 #B651921

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238091

      BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective October 15, 2021) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced between September 28, 2021 and October 8, 2021. The issue involves the Active Crash Safety Module (ACSM) sensor. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB511722

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236229

      Due to the semiconductor supply, the Local Interconnect Network module in either of the exterior mirrors was switched to another controller. Read More »

    • TSB #B610923

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235196

      The gear selector switch (GWS) consists of the control electronics circuit and the selector lever. The sensors for recording the gearshift lever position and for inhibiting inadvertent gearshifts are integrated in the control electronics. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

    • TSB #B620223

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235198

      In SPORT mode, a black square appears in the RPM gauge (tachometer) section of the instrument cluster display. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    • TSB #B090221

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239599

      With the introduction of the BMW Remote Software Upgrade, all Service Pack 18 vehicles and partial Service Pack 15 vehicles may receive new functionality or modifications in their features. 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 »

    • TSB #B630821

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239611

      Headlight check control (CC) message 128 "High beam headlight failure" is displayed. The following fault codes are stored during a vehicle test: 80419A - Left high-beam headlight: Short circuit and/or 8041A5 - light outputs: Number of ... Read More »

    • TSB #B630418

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235200

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

    VISIBILITY

    • TSB #B510823

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238077

      Upon opening or closing (i.e., folding in or out) the exterior mirror assembly, a creaking sound is heard from either the driver and/or passenger side. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

    • TSB #B610220

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242699

      ?When driving over uneven pavement or cobblestones, a knocking noise is present from the passenger side front area (A pillar). Once the vehicle is driven on a flat, even surface; the noise is no longer present. 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 #B540123

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242696

      ?Water leaking into the vehicle from the headliner/microphone area. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

    • TSB #B511722

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238080

      Due to the semiconductor supply, the Local Interconnect Network module in either of the exterior mirrors was switched to another controller. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

    • TSB #SIB511722

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236229

      Due to the semiconductor supply, the Local Interconnect Network module in either of the exterior mirrors was switched to another controller. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

    • TSB #B610220

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242699

      ?When driving over uneven pavement or cobblestones, a knocking noise is present from the passenger side front area (A pillar). Once the vehicle is driven on a flat, even surface; the noise is no longer present. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

    • TSB #B640422

      Date Announced:
      FEB 16, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10250374

      An interference noise (groaning noise) can be heard from within the heating and air-conditioning unit in thecenter of the instrument panel. Read More »

    AIR BAGS

    • TSB #B650122

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242529

      A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. 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 #B511823

      Date Announced:
      SEP 25, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242880

      A groaning noise is heard from the trunk when driving on rough roads. Read More »

    • TSB #B540123

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242696

      ?Water leaking into the vehicle from the headliner/microphone area. Read More »

    • TSB #B610220

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242699

      ?When driving over uneven pavement or cobblestones, a knocking noise is present from the passenger side front area (A pillar). Once the vehicle is driven on a flat, even surface; the noise is no longer present. Read More »

    • TSB #B120423

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242686

      ?An unapproved nut was used for the ground point for the chassis ground. Read More »

    • TSB #B410722

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242692

      While driving the vehicle on normal roads at 10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE

    • TSB #B514616

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238081

      Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

    • TSB #B410722

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235182

      While driving the vehicle on normal roads at 10mph and above, a cracking sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard. Read More »

    WHEELS

    • TSB #SIB310223

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236223

      Disturbing noises (thump/pop) when reversing slowly near the steering wheel limit position; for example, when leaving a parking space. 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 »

    LANE DEPARTURE

    • TSB #B650122

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242529

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

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #B120423

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242686

      ?An unapproved nut was used for the ground point for the chassis ground. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

    • TSB #B610524

      Date Announced:
      JAN 05, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10249032

      The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3). FaultB7F8F9 ??A???A???A???A???A???A? ??A???A???A???A???A???A?HU-H: Reset??A???A???A???A???A???A? will be stored in the HU-H3. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #B120323

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239601

      BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop effective June 6, 2023 on certain Model Year 2023 - 2024 BMW vehicles that were produced between October 26, 2022 and May 8, 2023. Read More »

    UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    • TSB #SIB511722

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236229

      Due to the semiconductor supply, the Local Interconnect Network module in either of the exterior mirrors was switched to another controller. Read More »