Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2017 i3 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 #B321119

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10190849

      STEERING ASSISTANCE SPORADIC REDUCTION: The driver notices a reduction of steering assistance sporadically while in certain driving situations. Steering control is never lost when the reduction of assistance occurs. Read More »

    • TSB #B321119

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186218

      ?SPORADIC REDUCTION OF STEERING ASSISTANCE: The driver notices a reduction of steering assistance sporadically while in certain driving situations. Steering control is never lost when the reduction of assistance occurs. Read More »

    • TSB #B321119

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174008

      SPORADIC REDUCTION OF STEERING ASSISTANCE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B32 11 19 dated October 2019. The driver notices a reduction of steering assistance sporadically while in certain driving situations. Read More »

    • TSB #B610920

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174023

      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 »

    • TSB #B320214

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10171488

      Power-assisted Steering Intermittently Not Available at Engine Start-up: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B32 02 14 dated November 2016. The power-assisted steering is unavailable at start up/drive readiness. Read More »

    • TSB #B321119

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10167995

      SPORADIC REDUCTION OF STEERING ASSISTANCE. The driver notices a reduction of steering assistance sporadically while in certain driving situations. Steering control is never lost when the reduction of assistance occurs. Read More »

    • TSB #B121219

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10161550

      The electrical machine electronics (EME) Printed Circuit Board (PCB) may not have been produced to specifications. In the event that the EME detects this condition it will shut down high-voltage electrical power. Read More »

    • TSB #B310118

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136339

      NOISE FROM FRONT AXLE WHEN STEERING: Chattering or squeaking noise is heard (refer to attached video https://tinyurl.com/y9kwrucl ) from the front axle under the following steering conditions: Read More »

    • TSB #B611915

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146764

      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 »

    • TSB #B320514

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147539

      "Steering Wheel Does Not Return to Center. INFORMATION Do not replace any parts for this complaint. The return behavior is inherent in the design of the EPS. Attention: An EPS ""break in"" period of approximately 2000 miles is required. Read More »

    • TSB #B651816

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147554

      AIRBAG WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED. The airbag warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up while the vehicle is in motion. Read More »

    • TSB #B320315

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150906

      Noises when turning the steering wheel. There are squeaking noises from the steering spindle when the steering wheel is turned. The steering spindle sleeve's plastic bearing is insufficiently lubricated or not lubricated at all. Read More »

    • TSB #B320415

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150907

      Steering wheel rubs/brushes against the steering column trim. When the steering wheel is moved, it rubs/brushes against the steering column trim. CAUSE Rear steering wheel trim. Read More »

    STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

    • TSB #B320214

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146954

      POWER-ASSISTED STEERING INTERMITTENTLY NOT AVAILABLE AT ENGINE START-UP This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 32 02 14 dated August 2014. The power assisted steering is unavailable at start up/drive readiness. Read More »

    SUSPENSION

    • TSB #B610920

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174023

      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 »

    TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM

    • TSB #B220415

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151086

      A sudden loss of traction while accelerating sharply may damage the engine mounts. Read More »

    BRAKES (PWS)

    • TSB #B340719

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10163038

      CCM Brake system: Press pedal harder for usual braking power. Drive with caution to nearest authorized BMW Service workshop lights up. (Check Control message ID24) The fault usually only occurs at very low temperatures and in rainy regions. Read More »

    • TSB #B662116

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146906

      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 »

    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 »

    • TSB #B640120

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174028

      AIR CONDITIONING DOES NOT COOL: The air conditioning no longer cools the vehicle. A vehicle test reveals one or both of the following faults stored in the IHX_I1 Control Module: 801295 - Heat Pump pressure-temperature sensor 2 after air ... 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 »

    ENGINE (PWS)

    • TSB #B610520

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174019

      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 »

    • TSB #B662116

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146906

      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 »

    • TSB #B122715

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146816

      Service Engine Soon (MIL) - IHKA FC 801375 & 8013A3 This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 27 15 dated November 2015. Read More »

    • TSB #B511615

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147017

      "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 »

    • TSB #B121215

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151076

      SI B12 12 15 Engine Electrical Systems February 2016 Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 12 15 dated February 2016. SUBJECT Service Engine Soon (MIL): EME FC CF948C. Read More »

    • TSB #B220415

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151086

      A sudden loss of traction while accelerating sharply may damage the engine mounts. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #B010524

      Date Announced:
      APR 11, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10253322

      For this vehicle, the EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date. 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 #B012021

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205606

      For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Fuel Injectors to: 15 years/150,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date. Read More »

    • TSB #B010321

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10187463

      I3 REX FRONT (UPSTREAM) OXYGEN SENSOR: If a vehicle listed above arrives with engine malfunction indicator (Check Engine) warning light on, performing a Vehicle Test. Read More »

    • TSB #B120920

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10181216

      I01 REX MISFIRES AT HIGH ALTITUDES USING WINTER-BLEND FUEL: The check engine light (MIL) is displayed, and in some cases the range extender (REx) engine will run rough for about 1 to 2 seconds during cold start. Read More »

    • TSB #B130420

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10176363

      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 »

    • TSB #B611018

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145338

      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 »

    • TSB #B122916

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146734

      SERVICE ENGINE SOON (MIL) - RDME FC 124301/124302. Malfunction indicator light illuminated. Fuel-air mixture error codes in the range extender digital motor electronics (RDME). Read More »

    • TSB #B112016

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146879

      "INFORMATION Checking the oil level after an oil service requires running of the REX engine. To start W20 engine with ISTA tester, select: 1. Service Function 2. Range extender digital engine electronics 3. Range extender service start. Read More »

    • TSB #B122715

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146884

      Service Engine Soon (MIL) - IHKA FC 801375 & 8013A3 This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 27 15 dated November 2015. Read More »

    • TSB #B220415

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146886

      Service Action: Replace the Motor Mount Screws This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B22 01 15 dated March 2016.. A sudden loss of traction while accelerating sharply may damage the engine mounts. Read More »

    • TSB #B122116

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146814

      "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 »

    • TSB #B170416

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146819

      "CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE: ""DRIVETRAIN: ONLY ELECTRIC DRIVE POSSIBLE"". The Service Engine Soon light is on. Read More »

    • TSB #B611716

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146838

      "SERVICE ENGINE SOON (MIL) - SME FC 21F0D0. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is illuminated. Erroneous fault 21F0D0 ""High-voltage battery, cooling system: Refrigerant shutoff valve jammed closed"" is stored in battery management ... Read More »

    • TSB #B220115

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151085

      This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B22 01 15 dated November 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Left Side Engine Mount Broken. The left side motor mount or motor mount support has failed. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

    • TSB #B640621

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10204657

      Different air temperatures are felt from left to right out of the front fresh air grilles (air vents). Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

    • TSB #B120118

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10142924

      EME FAULTS CANNOT BE READ IN ISTA: While diagnosing faults with in the EME, no fault details will appear and no relevant test plans will be linked. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR

    • TSB #B180116

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151084

      SUBJECT Correct Installation of W20 Catalytic Converter. Metallic noise from rear of vehicle equipped with a range extender. Improperly installed decoupling element allows contact with the heat shield. 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 #B640120

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174028

      AIR CONDITIONING DOES NOT COOL: The air conditioning no longer cools the vehicle. A vehicle test reveals one or both of the following faults stored in the IHX_I1 Control Module: 801295 - Heat Pump pressure-temperature sensor 2 after air ... Read More »

    • TSB #B160318

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10149484

      SERVICE ACTION. REPLACE THE FUEL TANK PRESSURETEMPERATURE SENSOR. The internal sealing of the fuel tank pressure-temperature sensor may fail. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

    • TSB #B122916

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150962

      ?SERVICE ENGINE SOON (MIL) light comes on. Replace oxygen sensor before catalytic converter and injectors. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #B321119

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174008

      SPORADIC REDUCTION OF STEERING ASSISTANCE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B32 11 19 dated October 2019. The driver notices a reduction of steering assistance sporadically while in certain driving situations. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #B011318

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145289

      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 »

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

    • TSB #B160318

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10153745

      SERVICE ACTION: REPLACE THE FUEL TANK PRESSURETEMPERATURE SENSOR. The internal sealing of the fuel tank pressure-temperature sensor may fail. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

    • TSB #B012021

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205606

      For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Fuel Injectors to: 15 years/150,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #B321119

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174008

      SPORADIC REDUCTION OF STEERING ASSISTANCE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B32 11 19 dated October 2019. The driver notices a reduction of steering assistance sporadically while in certain driving situations. 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 »

    • TSB #B121219

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10161550

      The electrical machine electronics (EME) Printed Circuit Board (PCB) may not have been produced to specifications. In the event that the EME detects this condition it will shut down high-voltage electrical power. Read More »

    • TSB #B610518

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143558

      SERVICE ACTION: KLE - CONVENIENCE CHARGING ELECTRONICS I01 REX: OBD relevant diagnoses of the KLE (convenience charging electronics) cannot be processed correctly because of a data transmission error in the EME (electrical machine ... Read More »

    • TSB #B614617

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10142937

      LACK OF POWER OR DRIVING READINESS CANNOT BE ESTABLISHED: Drive parameters (speed and torque) may be restricted. Read More »

    HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

    • TSB #B612016

      Date Announced:
      FEB 05, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10193496

      The vehicle may exhibit any of the following at very low State of Charge (SOC) ? less than 8%: - Power loss or high voltage system shutdown while running range extender (REx). - Inconsistent performance of the REx. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • 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 #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 #B012021

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205606

      For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Fuel Injectors to: 15 years/150,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date. Read More »

    • TSB #B010321

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10187463

      I3 REX FRONT (UPSTREAM) OXYGEN SENSOR: If a vehicle listed above arrives with engine malfunction indicator (Check Engine) warning light on, performing a Vehicle Test. Read More »

    • TSB #B611820

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10181231

      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 »

    • TSB #B610520

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10176377

      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 »

    • TSB #B610920

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174023

      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 »

    • TSB #B640120

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174028

      AIR CONDITIONING DOES NOT COOL: The air conditioning no longer cools the vehicle. A vehicle test reveals one or both of the following faults stored in the IHX_I1 Control Module: 801295 - Heat Pump pressure-temperature sensor 2 after air ... 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 #B610520

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10172497

      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 »

    • TSB #B320214

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10171488

      Power-assisted Steering Intermittently Not Available at Engine Start-up: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B32 02 14 dated November 2016. The power-assisted steering is unavailable at start up/drive readiness. Read More »

    • TSB #B610815

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10170584

      High-Voltage Charging Cable Lock Malfunction: One of the following situations can occur: The vehicle cannot be charged via the high-voltage charging procedure. Read More »

    • TSB #B513819

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169465

      POWER WINDOWS INOPERATIVE. The power windows won't operate in any direction. CAUSE Possible faulty window motor. Read More »

    • TSB #B121219

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10161550

      The electrical machine electronics (EME) Printed Circuit Board (PCB) may not have been produced to specifications. In the event that the EME detects this condition it will shut down high-voltage electrical power. Read More »

    • TSB #B840719

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10161581

      BLUETOOTH CONNECTION IS LOST DURING A PHONE CALL. During an active call the call audio autonomously switches from the vehicle hands-free system to the phone. Read More »

    • TSB #B640419

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160292

      INTERMITTENT HEATER OUTPUT. Intermittently the vehicle has no heater output. Read More »

    • TSB #B611918

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159135

      STANDARD OCCASIONAL USE CABLE CHARGING COMPLAINT TROUBLESHOOTING This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 19 18 dated November 2018. Read More »

    • TSB #B840219

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159151

      PHONE CALL AUDIO AUTONOMOUSLY SWITCH FROM VEHICLE TO PHONE. During an active phone call the call audio autonomously switches from the vehicle hands-free system to the phone. Read More »

    • TSB #B621118

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10153643

      BLACK SPOT IN THE CENTRAL INFORMATION. This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B62 11 18 dated January 2019. Whats New: a?? Warranty section - Programming information added. Read More »

    • TSB #B611018

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10149537

      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 »

    • TSB #B641118

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10149543

      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 »

    • TSB #B840214

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150056

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

    • TSB #B840616

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150057

      ?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 »

    • TSB #B660118

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150896

      "?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 »

    • TSB #B610518

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145337

      SERVICE ACTION: KLE - CONVENIENCE CHARGING ELECTRONICS I01 REX: OBD relevant diagnoses of the KLE (convenience charging electronics) cannot be processed correctly because of a data transmission error in the EME (electrical machine ... Read More »

    • TSB #B640718

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145349

      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 »

    • 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 #B610418

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136348

      EME SETS FAULT CODE 222931 OR LOW COST CHARGING NOT FUNCTIONAL AFTER PROGRAMMING: Fault code "222931 ? Charge management function: settings not calibrated" is stored in the Electrical Machine Electronics (EME), and/or "Low Cost Charging" ... Read More »

    • TSB #B614217

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136731

      MIL ACTIVATED AFTER DC CHARGING LIM FC 805526: While DC charging, the charge session may fail to start and a Check Engine Light is illuminated. Fault Code 805526 is stored in the LIM as well Read More »

    • TSB #B614317

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136732

      EME FAULT CODES S0728 / S0729: A fault (S0728 for F15 PHEV or S0729 for i3) is found stored in the EME during ISTA short test. Diagnostic instructions indicate to reprogram EME. Read More »

    • TSB #B621117

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146767

      INSTRUMENT CLUSTER HAZES OVER. Customer notices a gray haze (shown below) on the instrument cluster face after: Instrument cluster was cleaned with a microfiber cloth. A film is removed from instrument cluster face after repair. Read More »

    • TSB #B840214

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136745

      ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information Read More »

    • TSB #B611517

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146648

      ?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 »

    • TSB #B611517

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146593

      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 »

    • TSB #B612016

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146595

      ?POWER LOSS AT VERY LOW SOC OF HV BATTERY What's New: ? The Procedure has been updated with additional step: writing new adaptation value. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 20 16 dated January 2017. . Read More »

    • TSB #B612016

      Date Announced:
      FEB 05, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10193496

      The vehicle may exhibit any of the following at very low State of Charge (SOC) ? less than 8%: - Power loss or high voltage system shutdown while running range extender (REx). - Inconsistent performance of the REx. Read More »

    • TSB #B610717

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146553

      "? CCM OR MIL DISPLAYED AFTER DC CHARGING SESSION . After charging the vehicle at a Direct Current (also referred to as DC, Level 3, or DCFC) charging station, one or both of the following Check Control messages (CCM) are displayed: ... Read More »

    • TSB #B612916

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150978

      ?MIL LAMP ILLUMINATED due to an internal fault in the EME. Replace EME. Read More »

    • TSB #B320214

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146954

      POWER-ASSISTED STEERING INTERMITTENTLY NOT AVAILABLE AT ENGINE START-UP This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 32 02 14 dated August 2014. The power assisted steering is unavailable at start up/drive readiness. Read More »

    • TSB #B612216

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146960

      "SME FC 21F284 ""HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY UNIT, CELL SUPERVISION CIRCUIT: SAFETY CIRCUIT ACTIVATED"". Vehicle is not able to be put in a driving readiness state. Possible power reduction with ""Drivetrain Malfunction"" message while driving. Read More »

    • TSB #B112016

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146879

      "INFORMATION Checking the oil level after an oil service requires running of the REX engine. To start W20 engine with ISTA tester, select: 1. Service Function 2. Range extender digital engine electronics 3. Range extender service start. Read More »

    • TSB #B612016

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146841

      POWER LOSS AT VERY LOW SOC OF HV BATTERY. The vehicle may exhibit any of the following at very low State of Charge (SOC) - less than 8%: Power loss while running range extender (REx). Inconsistent performance of the Rex. Read More »

    • TSB #B612116

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146843

      SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAMMING CONTROL UNITS (RANGE).The actual range can be inaccurate in relation to the state of charge of the high-voltage battery. Affects certain VINs (not all) produced between July 31, 2013 and July 18, 2016. Read More »

    • TSB #B661816

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147039

      INFORMATION ON THE OPERATION OF THE SMART OPENER. INFORMATION ON THE OPERATION OF THE SMART OPENER MODEL F07 (5 Series Gran Turismo) F10 (5 Series) F12 (6 Series Convertible) F13 (6 Series Coupe) F15 (X5) F16 (X6) F22 (2 Series Coupe) F23 ... Read More »

    • TSB #B511816

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147543

      INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM FADING. INFORMATION Wood trim and leather upholstery have inherent variations in color and texture, dependent upon being properly cleaned and maintained. Read More »

    • TSB #B611516

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147549

      "CCM ""CHARGING NO LONGER POSSIBLE"" DURING OR AFTER TRANSPORT MODE. After removing transport mode certain fault codes may be store erroneously. These include 21E633, 222805, and 222834. Read More »

    • TSB #B651816

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147554

      AIRBAG WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED. The airbag warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up while the vehicle is in motion. Read More »

    • TSB #B610416

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151370

      "SI B61 04 16 General Electrical June 2016 Technical Service EME Fault Code 222C02 Following Replacement or Programming- Diagnosis. Programming, (e.g. Read More »

    • TSB #B610816

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151371

      "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 »

    • TSB #B611216

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151372

      DC Charging - Customer Focused Diagnosis. Diagnosing DC charging complaints requires a precise problem description from the customer, as well as thorough vehicle-side work to find a reliable root cause. Read More »

    • TSB #B613814

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151374

      Drivetrain Malfunction (CCM 794) with Isolation Faults. The Drivetrain Malfunction check control message (CCM 794) is displayed, either while driving or when starting up. Read More »

    • TSB #B611116

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151322

      The Charging Cable Does not Release from the Charging Socket after Charging. The charging cable does not release from the charging socket after charging. Read More »

    • TSB #B122715

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151256

      This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 27 15 dated November 2015 SUBJECT Service Engine Soon (MIL) - IHKA FC 801375 & 8013A3. Read More »

    • TSB #B610316

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151182

      "SME Fault Code 21F0D2 Causes Erroneous CCM. CCM message ""Drive: Check as soon as possible"" (CCM-ID 49) is displayed during or after charging session with battery heating (preconditioning) active. Read More »

    • TSB #B610815

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151186

      "High-Voltage Charging Cable Lock Malfunction. One of the following situations can occur: The vehicle cannot be charged via the high-voltage charging procedure. Read More »

    • TSB #B650516

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151195

      "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 »

    • TSB #B650616

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151196

      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 »

    • TSB #B650716

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151197

      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 »

    • TSB #B121215

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151076

      SI B12 12 15 Engine Electrical Systems February 2016 Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 12 15 dated February 2016. SUBJECT Service Engine Soon (MIL): EME FC CF948C. Read More »

    • TSB #B650216

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151115

      SUBJECT Audio System Speaker Testing. For audio system speaker testing there is a NED (Non Electrical Diagnosis) Test Plan available. CAUSE We previously recommended use of the Audio Test CD (ATC) from BMW. This CD has been discontinued. Read More »

    • TSB #B840314

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151119

      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 »

    • TSB #B620216

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151017

      ? Vehicles which have had the KOMBI (Instrument Cluster) replaced may display incorrect CBS (Condition Based Service) data after programming. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

    • TSB #B651419

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10166390

      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 »

    • TSB #B610619

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10161567

      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 »

    • TSB #B610815

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136349

      High-Voltage Charging Cable Lock Malfunction: The vehicle cannot be charged via the high-voltage charging procedure. The indicator light on the charging socket lights up white and does not change colors. Read More »

    • TSB #B612016

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136350

      POWER LOSS AT VERY LOW SOC OF HV BATTERY: The vehicle may exhibit any of the following at very low State of Charge (SOC) ? less than 8%: Read More »

    • TSB #B612116

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136351

      SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAMMING CONTROL UNITS (RANGE): The actual range can be inaccurate in relation to the state of charge of the high-voltage battery. Read More »

    • TSB #B660118

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10142942

      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 »

    • TSB #B612617

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10149257

      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 »

    • TSB #B120316

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151168

      EME No Longer Communicates after HV Charging. On the affected i3 vehicles (with software integration levels 15-11-501 through 15-11-504), the Drive Readiness can no longer be established after attempting to charge the HV battery. Read More »

    • TSB #BMWFEB1416

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151134

      "A Delivery Stop has been issued on i01 (i3 Battery Electric Vehicle) produced from December 09, 2015 to January 22, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with a sunroof as part of the Shadow Sport limited edition. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

    • TSB #B610815

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136349

      High-Voltage Charging Cable Lock Malfunction: The vehicle cannot be charged via the high-voltage charging procedure. The indicator light on the charging socket lights up white and does not change colors. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

    • TSB #B621215

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10138402

      INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY IMPLAUSIBLE: In the Instrument Cluster (Kombi) display you may observe an implausible outside temperature reading. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    • 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 #B650720

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174030

      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 »

    • TSB #B651419

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10166390

      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 »

    • TSB #B651419

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10163056

      HEAD UNIT NBT EVO (HU-H2) PROGRAMMING ABORT. During programming several aborts can occur in the head unit NBT EVO (HU-H2). Read More »

    • TSB #B651218

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10153774

      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 »

    • TSB #B611918

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10153707

      STANDARD OCCASIONAL USE CABLE - CHARGING COMPLAINT TROUBLESHOOTING. 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 #B651316

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10138404

      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 »

    • TSB #B614117

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136730

      END OF SERVICE (EOS) TEST FAILS: After repairing the high-voltage battery, the EoS (End of Service) test fails. Read More »

    • TSB #B652716

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146967

      SOFTWARE CHANGES AFTER PROGRAMMING WITH ISTA/P V3.59.2. INFORMATION Aftersales customer service representatives need to be aware of the following changes that occur to features and functions of the i01 (i3) after reprogramming and ... Read More »

    • TSB #B652316

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146902

      ?AUDIO VOLUME NOT RESTORED AFTER MSA STOP, ENTRY HEAD UNIT. Volume of audio system (when set to near maximum) is reduced when Auto Start-Stop (MSA) stop occurs and is not restored upon automatic engine restart. Read More »

    • TSB #B122715

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151256

      This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 27 15 dated November 2015 SUBJECT Service Engine Soon (MIL) - IHKA FC 801375 & 8013A3. Read More »

    • TSB #B660416

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151203

      """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 »

    LIGHTING (PWS)

    • TSB #B630516

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136355

      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 »

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES

    • TSB #B630516

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136355

      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 »

    • TSB #B630516

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146962

      "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 »

    VISIBILITY

    • TSB #B512420

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10182612

      SERVICE ACTION - RENEW INTERIOR MIRROR HOLDER: The bonding of the interior mirror holder was not performed correctly. Incorrect bonding during production. Read More »

    • TSB #B512420

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10182911

      SERVICE ACTION - RENEW INTERIOR MIRROR HOLDER: The bonding of the interior mirror holder was not performed correctly. Incorrect bonding during production. Read More »

    • TSB #B512420

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10181227

      SERVICE ACTION - RENEW INTERIOR MIRROR HOLDER: The bonding of the interior mirror holder was not performed correctly. Incorrect bonding during production. Read More »

    • TSB #B513819

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169465

      POWER WINDOWS INOPERATIVE. The power windows won't operate in any direction. CAUSE Possible faulty window motor. Read More »

    • TSB #B513319

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10167998

      SERVICE ACTION: INSPECT REAR WINDOW. The rear window may be improperly bonded in the area shown above (red arrow), which could allow water to enter the luggage compartment. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

    • TSB #B511919

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10164003

      SQUEAKING NOISE WHEN OPERATING THE SIDE WINDOWS: A squeaking noise is heard when operating either side window. Interference between the side window glass and the B-Pillar seal. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #B540219

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159132

      RATTLE NOISE IN SUNROOF AT HIGH TEMPERATURES. A rattle noise may be heard from the sunroof area with ambient temperatures above 80A?F with the sunroof glass in the vented position. Read More »

    • TSB #B540116

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151319

      "This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 54 01 16 dated February 2016. A Delivery Stop has been issued on i3 BEV vehicles produced from December 09, 2015 to January 22, 2016. Read More »

    • TSB #B540116

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151107

      Delivery Stop: Sunroof. Possible Leak. Read More »

    • TSB #BMWFEB1416

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151134

      "A Delivery Stop has been issued on i01 (i3 Battery Electric Vehicle) produced from December 09, 2015 to January 22, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with a sunroof as part of the Shadow Sport limited edition. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

    • TSB #B612315

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184584

      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 »

    • TSB #B612315

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169468

      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 »

    • TSB #B612315

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160267

      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 »

    • TSB #B612315

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160350

      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 »

    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

    • TSB #B641118

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10149543

      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 »

    AIR BAGS

    • TSB #B321119

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10190849

      STEERING ASSISTANCE SPORADIC REDUCTION: The driver notices a reduction of steering assistance sporadically while in certain driving situations. Steering control is never lost when the reduction of assistance occurs. Read More »

    • TSB #B321119

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174008

      SPORADIC REDUCTION OF STEERING ASSISTANCE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B32 11 19 dated October 2019. The driver notices a reduction of steering assistance sporadically while in certain driving situations. 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 »

    • TSB #B651218

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10153774

      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 »

    • TSB #B651816

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10149263

      The airbag warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up while the vehicle is in motion. The airbag control unit (ACSM4) contains the following fault(s): ? 930904 - Drivers airbag interval stage 1, resistance too high ? 93090A - ... Read More »

    • TSB #B611517

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146593

      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 »

    • TSB #B651816

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146965

      AIRBAG WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED This Service Information bulletin Replaces SI B65 18 16 dated July 2016.. The airbag warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up while the vehicle is in motion. Read More »

    SEAT BELTS

    • TSB #B511815

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10176372

      A Check Control Message is displayed for the Tailgate Lock Open: A Check Control Message is displayed indicating that the tailgate is open even though it is mechanically closed. Faulty tailgate lock or incorrect adjustment. Read More »

    • TSB #B720220

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10172510

      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 »

    STRUCTURE

    • TSB #B511919

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10164003

      SQUEAKING NOISE WHEN OPERATING THE SIDE WINDOWS: A squeaking noise is heard when operating either side window. Interference between the side window glass and the B-Pillar seal. Read More »

    • TSB #B220116

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151356

      Service Action: Replace the Motor Mount Screws. A sudden loss of traction while accelerating sharply may damage the engine mounts. Read More »

    • TSB #BMWFEB1416

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151134

      "A Delivery Stop has been issued on i01 (i3 Battery Electric Vehicle) produced from December 09, 2015 to January 22, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with a sunroof as part of the Shadow Sport limited edition. Read More »

    • TSB #B360414

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151008

      SI B36 04 14 Wheels and Tires January 2016 Technical Service. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 36 04 14 dated September 2014. SUBJECT: Rolling Tire Noise . Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

    • TSB #B511619

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160260

      OUTER DOOR HANDLE LOOSE. One or both front outer door handles are loose. Improper tightening torque during vehicle production. Read More »

    • TSB #B511619

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160343

      OUTER DOOR HANDLE LOOSE. One or both front outer door handles are loose. Improper tightening torque during vehicle production. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

    • TSB #B511619

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160343

      OUTER DOOR HANDLE LOOSE. One or both front outer door handles are loose. Improper tightening torque during vehicle production. 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 »

    • TSB #B513016

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147022

      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 »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID

    • TSB #B513016

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147022

      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 »

    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

    • TSB #B511619

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160260

      OUTER DOOR HANDLE LOOSE. One or both front outer door handles are loose. Improper tightening torque during vehicle production. Read More »

    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH

    • TSB #B513016

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136344

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

    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK

    • TSB #B513016

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136344

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

    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL

    • TSB #B660916

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151333

      """Collision Warning Failed"" or ""Pedestrian Warning Failed"" CCM Display. While driving, a Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed advising of the following: Front collision warning failed Pedestrian detection failed The following ... Read More »

    TIRES

    • TSB #B011220

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186206

      BMW MAINTENANCE BOOKLET AND OEM TIRE MANUFACTURERS' WARRANTIES: In efforts to provide a digital experience to our customers, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is proud to announce a digital version of both the BMW Maintenance Booklet and ... Read More »

    TIRES:TREAD/BELT

    • TSB #B360414

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151008

      SI B36 04 14 Wheels and Tires January 2016 Technical Service. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 36 04 14 dated September 2014. SUBJECT: Rolling Tire Noise . Read More »

    TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

    • TSB #B360115

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151098

      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 »

    WHEELS

    • 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 »

    • TSB #B360414

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151008

      SI B36 04 14 Wheels and Tires January 2016 Technical Service. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 36 04 14 dated September 2014. SUBJECT: Rolling Tire Noise . Read More »

    ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)

    • TSB #B610920

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174023

      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 »

    FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

    • TSB #B660916

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151333

      """Collision Warning Failed"" or ""Pedestrian Warning Failed"" CCM Display. While driving, a Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed advising of the following: Front collision warning failed Pedestrian detection failed The following ... Read More »

    LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: OTHER

    • TSB #B662116

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146906

      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 »

    BACK OVER PREVENTION

    • 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 »

    • TSB #B640120

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174028

      AIR CONDITIONING DOES NOT COOL: The air conditioning no longer cools the vehicle. A vehicle test reveals one or both of the following faults stored in the IHX_I1 Control Module: 801295 - Heat Pump pressure-temperature sensor 2 after air ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #B610621

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10198907

      DELIVERY STOP: CHARGING CABLE (NON-TURBOCORD VERSION): BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective May 3, 2021) on a small number of Model Year 2021 BMW i3 vehicles that were produced between March 1, 2021 and April 26, 2021. Read More »

    • TSB #B010321

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10187463

      I3 REX FRONT (UPSTREAM) OXYGEN SENSOR: If a vehicle listed above arrives with engine malfunction indicator (Check Engine) warning light on, performing a Vehicle Test. Read More »

    • TSB #B612315

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184584

      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 »

    • TSB #B650720

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174030

      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 »

    • TSB #B611617

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10170585

      CHARGING SOCKET EMERGENCY RELEASE DAMAGED: The tensioning strap of the emergency charging socket release has been damaged. Charging Socket Emergency release (2). Read More »

    • TSB #B612315

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169468

      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 »

    • TSB #B651519

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10165266

      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 »

    • TSB #B640419

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10163054

      Intermittently the vehicle has no heater output. Read More »

    • TSB #B610619

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10161567

      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 »

    • TSB #B840311

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10161579

      TELEMATICS CONTROL UNIT ACTIVATION VIA DCSNET FOR BMW ASSIST. Read More »

    • TSB #B640419

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160223

      INTERMITTENT HEATER OUTPUT. Intermittently the vehicle has no heater output. Read More »

    • TSB #B640419

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160292

      INTERMITTENT HEATER OUTPUT. Intermittently the vehicle has no heater output. Read More »

    • TSB #B612315

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160350

      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 »

    • TSB #B840219

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159151

      PHONE CALL AUDIO AUTONOMOUSLY SWITCH FROM VEHICLE TO PHONE. During an active phone call the call audio autonomously switches from the vehicle hands-free system to the phone. Read More »

    • TSB #B641318

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10153647

      INSUFFICENT AIR COMING FROM VENTS. Air quantity from vents does not chance with blower speed. Read More »

    • TSB #B611918

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10153707

      STANDARD OCCASIONAL USE CABLE - CHARGING COMPLAINT TROUBLESHOOTING. Read More »

    • TSB #B660118

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150896

      "?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 »

    • 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 #B840918

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10145321

      PHONE CONTACTS: HEADUNIT BASIC 2 SORTING ORDER: Improper sorting of phone contacts, in the on-board computer or in the Central Information Display (CID), upon connecting to the vehicle: 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 #B651316

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10138404

      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 »

    • TSB #B840718

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10138410

      IPHONE: CALL LIST MISSING AFTER RESTART: The call list from iPhone 8 or iPhone X, that is displayed, is missing after cycling the ignition. Read More »

    • TSB #B840818

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10138411

      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 #B651316

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10135992

      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 »

    • TSB #B3106170621

      Date Announced:
      JUN 22, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214944

      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 »

    • TSB #B840214

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146719

      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 »

    • TSB #SIM010917

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10215025

      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 »

    • TSB #SISIB011317

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10215031

      Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, LLC Read More »

    • TSB #B611017

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146646

      SME FAULT CODE 21F0D2 What's New: ? The Procedure has been updated with programming the vehicle when fault code 21F0D2 is stored in the SME. The following Check Control message (CCM) was displayed to the customer: "Drive. Read More »

    • TSB #B840311

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146658

      "?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 »

    • TSB #B612116

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146596

      ?SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAMMING CONTROL UNITS (RANGE) What's New: The Procedure has been updated with additional step: writing new adaptation value This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 21 16 dated September 2016. . Read More »

    • TSB #B650915

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146794

      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 »

    • TSB #B320214

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146954

      POWER-ASSISTED STEERING INTERMITTENTLY NOT AVAILABLE AT ENGINE START-UP This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 32 02 14 dated August 2014. The power assisted steering is unavailable at start up/drive readiness. Read More »

    • TSB #B651816

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146965

      AIRBAG WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED This Service Information bulletin Replaces SI B65 18 16 dated July 2016.. The airbag warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up while the vehicle is in motion. Read More »

    • TSB #B652316

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146902

      ?AUDIO VOLUME NOT RESTORED AFTER MSA STOP, ENTRY HEAD UNIT. Volume of audio system (when set to near maximum) is reduced when Auto Start-Stop (MSA) stop occurs and is not restored upon automatic engine restart. Read More »

    • TSB #B840616

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147042

      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 »

    • TSB #B220116

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151356

      Service Action: Replace the Motor Mount Screws. A sudden loss of traction while accelerating sharply may damage the engine mounts. Read More »

    • TSB #B611116

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151322

      The Charging Cable Does not Release from the Charging Socket after Charging. The charging cable does not release from the charging socket after charging. Read More »

    • TSB #B660916

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151333

      """Collision Warning Failed"" or ""Pedestrian Warning Failed"" CCM Display. While driving, a Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed advising of the following: Front collision warning failed Pedestrian detection failed The following ... Read More »

    • TSB #B840314

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151335

      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 »

    • TSB #B220415

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151258

      Engine and Gearbox Suspension. Technical Service his Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B22 01 15 dated February 2016. A sudden loss of traction while accelerating sharply may damage the engine mounts. Read More »

    • TSB #B220415

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151086

      A sudden loss of traction while accelerating sharply may damage the engine mounts. Read More »

    • TSB #B360115

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151098

      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 »

    • TSB #B320315

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150906

      Noises when turning the steering wheel. There are squeaking noises from the steering spindle when the steering wheel is turned. The steering spindle sleeve's plastic bearing is insufficiently lubricated or not lubricated at all. Read More »

    • TSB #B320415

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150907

      Steering wheel rubs/brushes against the steering column trim. When the steering wheel is moved, it rubs/brushes against the steering column trim. CAUSE Rear steering wheel trim. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

    • 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 #B840219

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159151

      PHONE CALL AUDIO AUTONOMOUSLY SWITCH FROM VEHICLE TO PHONE. During an active phone call the call audio autonomously switches from the vehicle hands-free system to the phone. Read More »

    • TSB #B610518

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10143558

      SERVICE ACTION: KLE - CONVENIENCE CHARGING ELECTRONICS I01 REX: OBD relevant diagnoses of the KLE (convenience charging electronics) cannot be processed correctly because of a data transmission error in the EME (electrical machine ... Read More »

    • TSB #B840718

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10138410

      IPHONE: CALL LIST MISSING AFTER RESTART: The call list from iPhone 8 or iPhone X, that is displayed, is missing after cycling the ignition. Read More »

    • TSB #B840818

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10138411

      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 #B641316

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136358

      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 »

    • 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 »

    • TSB #B650915

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136738

      NBT Head Unit High (HU-H) Resets Intermittently or Permanently Read More »

    • TSB #B611017

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146591

      "?ME FAULT CODE 21F0D2 . The following Check Control message (CCM) was displayed to the customer: ""Drive. Check as soon as possible"" (CCM ID: 49) Erroneous fault or hardware defect in the safety box (S-Box). Read More »

    • TSB #B611617

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146594

      ?CHARGING SOCKET EMERGENCY RELEASE DAMAGED . The tensioning strap of the emergency charging socket release (2) has been damaged. Read More »

    • TSB #B840516

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147041

      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 »

    • TSB #B840616

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147042

      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 »

    • TSB #B840314

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151335

      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 »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES

    • TSB #B840618

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136000

      CONNECTEDDRIVE-REMOTE SERVICES DO NOT FUNCTION: Remote Services (such as locking and unlocking the car, vehicle location by honking the horn, flashing the lights or on the map in the BMW Connected App) do not function after vehicle has ... Read More »

    • TSB #B650516

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151195

      "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 »

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

    • TSB #B841117

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10135054

      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 »

    • 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 #B652316

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146902

      ?AUDIO VOLUME NOT RESTORED AFTER MSA STOP, ENTRY HEAD UNIT. Volume of audio system (when set to near maximum) is reduced when Auto Start-Stop (MSA) stop occurs and is not restored upon automatic engine restart. Read More »

    • TSB #B650616

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151196

      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 »

    • TSB #B650716

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151197

      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 »

    • TSB #B652615

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151201

      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 »

    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 #B651316

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10138404

      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 »

    • TSB #B651312

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136361

      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 »

    • TSB #B652416

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146903

      "NBT NAVIGATION DOES NOT ROUTE ON TOLL ROADS. NBT Navigation does not provide routes that include certain toll roads. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    • TSB #B511615

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147017

      "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 »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #B011220

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186206

      BMW MAINTENANCE BOOKLET AND OEM TIRE MANUFACTURERS' WARRANTIES: In efforts to provide a digital experience to our customers, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is proud to announce a digital version of both the BMW Maintenance Booklet and ... Read More »

    • TSB #B840214

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10161578

      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 »

    • 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 #SIM120517

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10215026

      Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Read More »

    • TSB #B122916

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150962

      ?SERVICE ENGINE SOON (MIL) light comes on. Replace oxygen sensor before catalytic converter and injectors. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    • TSB #B010321

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10187463

      I3 REX FRONT (UPSTREAM) OXYGEN SENSOR: If a vehicle listed above arrives with engine malfunction indicator (Check Engine) warning light on, performing a Vehicle Test. 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 #B840719

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10161581

      BLUETOOTH CONNECTION IS LOST DURING A PHONE CALL. During an active call the call audio autonomously switches from the vehicle hands-free system to the phone. Read More »

    • TSB #B612315

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160350

      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 »

    • TSB #B660118

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150896

      "?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 »

    • TSB #B320214

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10146954

      POWER-ASSISTED STEERING INTERMITTENTLY NOT AVAILABLE AT ENGINE START-UP This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 32 02 14 dated August 2014. The power assisted steering is unavailable at start up/drive readiness. Read More »

    • TSB #B840516

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147041

      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 »

    • TSB #B840616

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147042

      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 »

    • TSB #B610815

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151186

      "High-Voltage Charging Cable Lock Malfunction. One of the following situations can occur: The vehicle cannot be charged via the high-voltage charging procedure. Read More »

    • TSB #B180116

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151084

      SUBJECT Correct Installation of W20 Catalytic Converter. Metallic noise from rear of vehicle equipped with a range extender. Improperly installed decoupling element allows contact with the heat shield. Read More »

    • TSB #B220115

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151085

      This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B22 01 15 dated November 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Left Side Engine Mount Broken. The left side motor mount or motor mount support has failed. Read More »

    • TSB #B650216

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151115

      SUBJECT Audio System Speaker Testing. For audio system speaker testing there is a NED (Non Electrical Diagnosis) Test Plan available. CAUSE We previously recommended use of the Audio Test CD (ATC) from BMW. This CD has been discontinued. Read More »

    • TSB #B840314

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151119

      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 »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • TSB #B640621

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201145

      Different air temperatures are felt from left to right out of the front fresh air grilles (air vent). Read More »

    • TSB #B641318

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10153647

      INSUFFICENT AIR COMING FROM VENTS. Air quantity from vents does not chance with blower speed. Read More »

    • TSB #B641316

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136358

      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 »

    • TSB #B641316

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147036

      "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 »

    • TSB #B641016

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151378

      KNOCKING NOISE FROM RF WHEEL AREA WHEN A/C IS ACTIVATED. A knocking noise is heard when entering drive readiness or after driving a short distance with the air conditioning activated. Read More »

    • TSB #B122715

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151256

      This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 27 15 dated November 2015 SUBJECT Service Engine Soon (MIL) - IHKA FC 801375 & 8013A3. Read More »

    • TSB #B640816

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151271

      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 »

    • TSB #B650709

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10151023

      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 »