2020 BMW X3 service bulletins & manufacturer communications

286 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2020 BMW X3. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.

• BMW Notice of the Court’s Final Approval for Shark-Fin Antenna Settlement (X3, X4, X5, X6, X7)
  B010226DCS · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 28, 2026
• Rear Roof Antenna Shark Fin Cover Sealing Issue
  B010226 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 25, 2026
• The NVLD limited emissionrelated warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date.
  B010921 · Warranty extension · Engine · issued Aug 3, 2026
• The manual starting of electronic engine oil level measurement from inside the vehicle, usually afterperforming an engine oil service task, is inoperative or it may lock up at betw…
  B110426 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jul 17, 2026
• Once the Telematics Module (TCB2) enters sleep mode, a BMW Data Services trigger for Remote Services(remote engine start, lock/unlock/climate conditioning) will not be able to reac…
  B840226 · Service campaign · Electrical System · issued Jul 10, 2026
• 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 fir…
  B010324 · Warranty extension · Engine · issued Jun 29, 2026
• Shark fin roof antenna sealing settlement extended warranty
  B010226 · Warranty extension · Structure · issued May 21, 2026
• The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original in-servic…
  B010324 · Warranty extension · Engine · issued May 6, 2026
• One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
  B630418 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility/wiper · issued Jul 21, 2025
• The vehicle applies the brakes on its own when reversing onto an inclined roadway or driveway. This appliesonly to the situation where the Active PDC option is activated via the iD…
  B661719 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Apr 30, 2025
• Coolant Pump Return
  B063025 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 29, 2025
• Bearing Shell Return
  B062525 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Mar 26, 2025
• The limited warranty for the Knee Air Bag wire harness repair cable procedure for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 10 years / 120,000 miles as determi…
  B650122 · Warranty extension · Air Bags · issued Jan 6, 2025
• the NVLD limited emissionrelated warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date.
  B011524 · Warranty extension · Engine · issued Dec 11, 2024
• The NVLD limited emission related warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date.
  B010921 · Warranty extension · Engine · issued Dec 11, 2024
• The NVLD limited emission related warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date
  B010821 · Warranty extension · Engine · issued Dec 11, 2024
• The customer states that one or more of the following situations may occur: 1. The availability of the Steering and Lane Control Assistant is deteriorating, and/or that the functio…
  B660923 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Oct 23, 2024
• Delivery stop: rear cargo rails
  B512824 · Service campaign · Unknown / Other · issued Oct 11, 2024
• While driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard.
  B410722 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 4, 2024
• During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/o router CV boots.
  B310122 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Mar 14, 2024
• One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
  B630418 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 14, 2024
• An interference noise (groaning noise) can be heard from within the heating and air-conditioning unit in thecenter of the instrument panel. The groaning noise always occurs when ei…
  B640422 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Feb 16, 2024
• 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.
  B170122 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 29, 2024
• The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
  B510819 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 16, 2024
• 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. Thi…
  B611305 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 11, 2024
• 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 a…
  B310124 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 9, 2024
• 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 troubleshooti…
  B541119 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 8, 2024
• 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 misalign…
  B360121 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jan 8, 2024
• The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3). FaultB7F8F9 à  à ¢à  à  à  à  à  à ¢à  à  à  à  HU-H: Resetà  à ¢à …
  B610524 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 5, 2024
• A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system(NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). For this condition, the following fault…
  B160123 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jan 5, 2024
• A noise can be heard from underneath the seat while the seat is being moved either forwards or backwards. This can occur to the driverâ  s and/or the passengerâ  s front seat…
  B521823 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Dec 15, 2023
• 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. One of the following fault…
  B650122 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Nov 28, 2023
• This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
  B540421 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 18, 2023
• A groaning noise is present from the door frame of any door, most commonly when driving over rough roadsor during body flex. This situation may be worse in vehicles which are regul…
  B513019 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 12, 2023
• Customers may be experiencing one or more of these following issues with Bluetooth operation: Bluetooth cannot be switched on or off in the head unit (HU-H4) Paired mobile devices …
  B652823 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 11, 2023
• The customer states that one or more of the following situations may occur: 1. The availability of the Steering and Lane Control Assistant is deteriorating, and/or that the functio…
  B660923 · Technical service bulletin · Lane Departure · issued Sep 6, 2023
• ?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; t…
  B610220 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 1, 2023
• ?Water leaking into the vehicle from the headliner/microphone area.
  B540123 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 1, 2023
• While driving the vehicle on normal roads at 10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard.
  B410722 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 2023
• ?Disturbing noises (thump/pop) when reversing slowly near the steering wheel limit position; for example, when leaving a parking space.
  B310223 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 1, 2023
• ?An unapproved nut was used for the ground point for the chassis ground.
  B120423 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 2023
• 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.
  B650122 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Aug 1, 2023
• 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: …
  B630821 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jun 1, 2023
• A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system (NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). For this condition, the following faul…
  B160123 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jun 1, 2023
• 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.
  B120323 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2023
• 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 …
  B090221 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2023
• 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 …
  B651921 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2023
• After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.
  B651523 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2023
• Check Engine Light is illuminated, check control message indicates ""bring in for service"". The faults themselves and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) have no functional effec…
  B640523 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 2023
• 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.
  B610123 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2023
• Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
  B514616 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 1, 2023
• Due to the semiconductor supply, the Local Interconnect Network module in either of the exterior mirrors was switched to another controller. That one provides an imprecise voltage …
  B511722 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2023
• 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.
  B510823 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued May 1, 2023
• Brake squeak may occur with cold brakes and driving slowly or reversing
  B340223 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 1, 2023
• Issues with the various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (KAFAS system) can possibly lead to following customer complaints: KAFAS camera system deactivates i…
  SIB660823 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2023
• Due to the semiconductor supply, the Local Interconnect Network module in either of the exterior mirrors was switched to another controller.
  SIB511722 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2023
• Disturbing noises (thump/pop) when reversing slowly near the steering wheel limit position; for example, when leaving a parking space.
  SIB310223 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Apr 1, 2023
• In hot ambient conditions, if the engine was running for a prolonged time while the vehicle is stationary, a jolt may be experienced while lightly accelerating.
  SIB120123 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2023
• Customer is shown an incorrect GPS location in the vehicle (i.e., Nav Map, coordinates).
  B841422 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2023
• The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via the Voice over LTE (VoLTE…
  B840822 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2023
• Customer states there is no audio playback (telephony, navigation, radio) and system sounds (PDC, turn indicators, acoustic signals) may also have failed.
  B651623 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2023
• One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
  B630418 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 1, 2023
• In SPORT mode, a black square appears in the RPM gauge (tachometer) section of the instrument cluster display.
  B620223 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2023
• 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 inadver…
  B610923 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2023
• 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.
  B610123 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2023
• While driving the vehicle on normal roads at 10mph and above, a cracking sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard.
  B410722 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 1, 2023
• There is a howling or whistling noise from under the vehicle at 30 -37 mph (50 -60 km/h) when driving after a cold start, when the outside temperature is 32 F (0 C) or lower.
  B260422 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 2023
• Engine Variants Updated.
  SIB260422 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Feb 6, 2023
• There is a howling or whistling noise from under the vehicle at 30 -37 mph (50 -60 km/h) when driving after a cold start, when the outside temperature is 32 F (0 C) or lower. The n…
  B260422 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 1, 2023
• Customer is shown an incorrect GPS location in the vehicle (i.e., Nav Map, coordinates).
  B841422 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2022
• Visible white spots on the edge of the central information display (CID) from being touched with a finger.
  B652422 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2022
• Uneven ambient lighting emission (bright spots/dark spots) on the door trim panel.
  B630822 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 1, 2022
• There is a howling or whistling noise from under the vehicle at 30 -37 mph (50 -60 km/h) when driving after a cold start, when the outside temperature is 32F (0C) or lower.
  B260422 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2022
• A cracking, metallic noise from under the center of the vehicle.
  B240222 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 1, 2022
• A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes is stored…
  B650122 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Nov 1, 2022
• While driving the vehicle on normal roads at 10mph and above, a cracking sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard.
  B410722 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 2022
• Due to an unfavorable operating point, primarily in the low-end torque range, an incorrect detection of amixture that is too rich could happen.
  B121021 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 2022
• The Sirius(r) Satellite Radio is inoperative.
  B651622 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2022
• The customer complains that the radio stations change by themselves.
  B651922 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2022
• Service Action: Retrofit Satellite Radio. The Sirius(r) Satellite Radio is inoperative.
  B651622 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown / Other · issued Oct 1, 2022
• The seal of the roof-mounted antenna housing is separating from the vehicle.
  B651222 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2022
• After programming, the customer may complain that the Sport Mode display is not fully displayed in the instrument cluster. Instead of a red background in sport mode, the background…
  B620322 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown / Other · issued Oct 1, 2022
• After opening the vehicle with the radio remote control and changing the profile, the exterior mirror settings are lost.
  B611222 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 1, 2022
• Due to the semiconductor supply, the Local Interconnect Network module in either of the exterior mirrors was switched to another controller. That one provides an imprecise voltage …
  B511722 · Technical service bulletin · Forward Collision Avoidance · issued Oct 1, 2022
• The Check Engine Light is on (MIL). After checking faults and diagnosis there is raw fuel found in the charcoal canister and the NVLD pressure switch (in R/R wheel well). Possible …
  B160322 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 2022
• The Lane Change Warning (LCW) yellow triangle symbol on either one, or both the exterior side view mirrors does not illuminate to alert the driver when it should.
  B662719 · Technical service bulletin · Lane Departure · issued Sep 1, 2022
• Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
  B662419 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2022
• An interference noise (groaning noise) can be heard from within the heating and air-conditioning unit in the center of the instrument panel.
  B640422 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Sep 1, 2022
• The front sunroof glass seal has shrunk, creating a gap which can cause wind noise or excess water entry.
  B540421 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Sep 1, 2022
• The sound output intermittently drops out entirely. This can be reproduced with all audio sources as well as telephone and voice output.
  SIB650922 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2022
• Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Radiator Grille Upp…
  SIB011219 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2022
• Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Leak Diagnosis Modu…
  SIB010921 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2022
• The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via Voice over LTE (VoLTE) fu…
  SIB840622 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2022
• BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective March 28, 2022) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced between March 1, 2022 and March 8, 2022 because the torsion …
  SIB510522 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jul 1, 2022
• Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column. Note: Opening…
  SIB662419 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2022
• A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes is stored…
  SIB650122 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2022
• The Check Control message below appears even though the coolant level is not below minimum when the engine is cold. Check Control message (ID 166): Top up coolant.
  SIB170122 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2022
• BMW offers a new special ISTA Installation made available for Roadside Assistance / Mobile Service technicians. The new ISTA Version is also able to be used in case of a Remote Sof…
  SIB090121 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 2022
• The functionality of the right front SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the "Driving Assistance" Check Control Message.
  SIB660620 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2022
• 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 No…
  SIB651312 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2022
• Mist formation on the windshield inside surface may occur at departure or after MSA (automaticstart/stop). Acoustic abnormality in the area of the recirculated air flap (recirculat…
  SIB640222 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 2022
• When using the Key Reader to retrieve information from the customer's key, no current vehicle data is available.
  SIB610822 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2022
• Check Control Message (CCM) displays "Vehicle key missing" after engine start.
  SIB610722 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2022
• This bulletin outlines known areas of possible functional issues, operational noise, or wind noise for the vehicles listed above. It serves only as a diagnostic resource in trouble…
  SIB510722 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 1, 2022
• A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently.
  SIB650122 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Apr 1, 2022
• Sport mode is not displayed correctly in the instrument cluster. Instead of a red background in sport mode, the background is displayed in blue (like in Eco Pro mode). Software in …
  B620222 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2022
• Check Control message (CCM) displays "Vehicle key missing" after engine start.
  B610722 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2022
• No actuation of front and rear windscreen wipers is possible.
  B610622 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility/wiper · issued Apr 1, 2022
• 48 V battery may become totally discharged, and possible replacement needed.
  B610121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2022
• The customer complains that under moderate throttle application or on deceleration after throttle application, a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is displayed in the instrument clu…
  B121021 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Apr 1, 2022
• A whistling noise is present from the fresh air inlet area (engine compartment bulkhead area), in the right front area of the vehicle, at speeds above 40 mph. The noise is loudest …
  B640121 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Mar 1, 2022
• Milky-white stains (discolorations) in the leather are observed in the second-row seat bottom, backrests and/or headrests. Refer to attachment for details. This only affects vehicl…
  B520221 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Mar 1, 2022
• BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective March 28, 2022) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced between February 28, 2022 and March 8, 2022 because the tors…
  B510522 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 1, 2022
• BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective January 11, 2022) on a small number of Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced between December 23, 2021 and January 4, 2022. D…
  B270122 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Mar 1, 2022
• The steering intervention for Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is too strong (severe), which can create an uncomfortable feeling for the driver. Background: Steering intervention helps…
  B661519 · Technical service bulletin · Lane Departure · issued Mar 1, 2022
• A groaning noise can be heard when accelerating and cornering from the area of the shoulder safety belt support(s). The complaint can occur in both the driver's seat and the front …
  B520122 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Feb 1, 2022
• During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/or outer CV boots.
  B310122 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Feb 1, 2022
• BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective January 11, 2022) on a small number of Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced between December 23, 2021 and January 4, 2022. D…
  B270122 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2022
• In some rare cases a customer vehicle might be excluded from one or more Remote Software Upgrade(RSU) campaigns. This SIB gives an overview how to identify these vehicles and how t…
  B090321 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Feb 1, 2022
• A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently.
  B650122 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Feb 1, 2022
• A whistling noise is present from the fresh air inlet area (engine compartment bulkhead area), in the right front area of the vehicle, at speeds above 40 mph. The noise is loudest …
  B640121 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Feb 1, 2022
• Temporary black screen in the instrument cluster.
  B620122 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2022
• DELIVERY STOP: REPLACE CONTROL UNIT TRANSFER CASE. Due to a production failure, the control unit was assembled with a capcitator instead of a resistor.
  B270122 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2022
• While using the wireless charger, one or both of the following may occur: 1) The BMW display key or mobile phone becomes hot to the touch. 2) The device switches off due to over te…
  B840917 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2021
• The SIM card installed in the telematics control unit (ATM2) connects to different mobile providers' networks. However, due to a missing parameter, this does not work and can cause…
  B840621 · Technical service bulletin · Communication · issued Dec 1, 2021
• Wi-Fi Hotspot is missing and inoperable.
  B840421 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2021
• Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
  B662419 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2021
• SiriusXM satellite radio is not working and does not display a channel list.
  B652121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2021
• 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 troubleshooti…
  B541119 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 1, 2021
• Milky-white stains (discolorations) in the leather are observed in the second-row seat bottom, backrests and/or headrests.
  B520221 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Dec 1, 2021
• ???Due to an unfavorable operating point primarily in the low-end torque range, the fuel vapor scavenging that takes place in that range may result in incorrect detection of a mixt…
  B121221 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Nov 1, 2021
• The customer complains that under moderate throttle application or on deceleration after throttle application, a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is displayed in the instrument clu…
  B121021 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Nov 1, 2021
• BMW offers a new special ISTA Installation made available for Roadside Assistance / Mobile Service technicians.
  B090121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2021
• BMW of North America (BMW NA) has made information available online to customers about software versions, including any changes to vehicle functionality that will result from each …
  B001020 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2021
• After replacing the microfilter during a previous service, the customer notices that the ventilation system airflow rate is noticeably less.
  B640321 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2021
• The "energy management" Check control message (ID code 415) is falsely displayed when entering the vehicle.
  B611621 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2021
• The BMW Gesture Control function may fail permanently as a result of high temperature fluctuations.
  B611421 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2021
• This situation can result in 2 customer complaints: 1. Wind noise, and 2. Excess water entry.
  B540421 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 2021
• 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 …
  B651921 · Technical service bulletin · Forward Collision Avoidance · issued Nov 1, 2021
• Customer states the following about their vehicle: active radio or music source is interrupted, the navigation is no longer available, a black screen is shown in the Control Displa…
  B650919 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2021
• In some rare cases a customer vehicle might be excluded from one or more Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) campaigns. This SIB gives an overview how to identify these vehicles and how …
  B090321 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2021
• With the introduction of BMW Remote Software Upgrade, all Service Pack 18 vehicles and partial Service Pack 15 vehicles may receive new functionalities or modifications in their fe…
  B090221 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2021
• 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 No…
  B651312 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2021
• Only warm air comes out of the vents despite the air conditioning being switched on. The status indicator LED on the air conditioning control panel (IHKA) lights up green.
  B640721 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2021
• Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the vehicle,when turning the steering wheel.
  B610721 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Sep 1, 2021
• Inform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and M Carbon Ceramic (optional) brakes are high-performance brake systems which are designed for …
  B341019 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Sep 1, 2021
• When charging the vehicle with an Occasional Use Charger (OUC) after previously using a Wallbox charger,the selected charging current might not be displayed correctly in the instru…
  B120821 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2021
• Due to a parts list error in production, the vehicle was not built according to specification.
  SIB310121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2021
• After replacing the microfilter during a previous service, the customer notices that the ventilation system airflow rate is noticeably less. This leads to perceived lower cooling p…
  SIB 64 03 21 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2021
• When the vehicle is operated in Sport Mode, the engine speed is no longer displayed in the BMW Head-Up Display (HUD).
  SIB 62 03 21 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2021
• Check control message (CCM-ID 49) "You can continue driving. Drivetrain". In addition, the following information is shown on the Central Information Display (CID): "You can continu…
  SIB 61 09 21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2021
• The top view image of the vehicle is misaligned when observed in the Control Information Display (CID). When the vehicle is parked in a parking spot with line markings, it is clear…
  B662919 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2021
• Inform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and M Carbon Ceramic (optional) brakes are high-performance brake systems which are designed for …
  B341019 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jul 1, 2021
• SiriusXM satellite radio is not working and does not display a channel list.
  B651121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Jun 1, 2021
• After replacing the microfilter during a previous service, the customer notices that the ventilation system airflow rate is noticeably less. This leads to perceived lower cooling p…
  B640321 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2021
• One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
  B630418 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jun 1, 2021
• The total electrically driven miles are lost/reset after the vehicle is programmed. This does not affect the total vehicle odometer reading.
  B620221 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2021
• Some of the vehicles listed above which were initially identified as requiring Recall Campaign 20V-601 - HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY to be performed and completed are now no longer includ…
  B612420 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2021
• On rare occasions during an engine oil service, the BMW Original (Genuine) engine oil filter insert is either difficult to remove or breaks apart in the oil filter housing.
  B110120 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2021
• REMOTE 3D VIEW NOT AVAILABLE: Remote 3D View cannot be launched In the BMW ConnectedDrive App.
  B840220 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2021
• BMW CONNECTEDDRIVE SERVICES ARE NOT AVAILABLE: The BMW ConnectedDrive services are not available for an extended period.
  B840120 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2021
• HU-H3 MGU RESETS DUE TO BLUETOOTH CONNECTION WITH SAMSUNG ANDROID 11 : The head unit resets when using various apps (e.g., YouTube, Spotify, etc) on the connected mobile phone. Thi…
  B650721 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2021
• B58 ENGINE: ENGINE OIL FILTER REMOVAL PROCEDURE AND TOOLS . A. For the B58 engines, a BMW Oil Catch special tool for use in conjunction with removing the engine oilfilter insert is…
  B110321 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2021
• B58 ENGINE: ENGINE OIL FILTER REMOVAL PROCEDURE AND TOOLS . A. For the B58 engines, a BMW Oil Catch special tool for use in conjunction with removing the engine oilfilter insert is…
  B110321 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued May 1, 2021
• WHISTLING NOISE COMING FROM FRESH AIR INLET (ENGINE COMPARTMENT): A whistling noise is present from the fresh air inlet area (engine compartment bulkhead area), in the right front …
  B640121 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 1, 2021
• AMBIENT LIGHT TUBE COLOR DIFFERENCES: The intensity or light throughout the door panel lighting strips is not consistent. Some spots are brighter than others.
  B630521 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2021
• GLOVE BOX COVER: It is possible that an out-of-specification glove compartment cover on the passenger side was installed.
  B510521 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2021
• Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from…
  B360121 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued Apr 1, 2021
• Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from…
  B340414 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Apr 1, 2021
• TOP VIEW CAMERA IMAGE IS MISALIGNED: The top view image of the vehicle is misaligned when observed in the Control Information Display (CID).
  B662919 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Mar 1, 2021
• WHISTLING NOISE COMING FROM FRESH AIR INLET (ENGINE COMPARTMENT): A whistling noise is present from the fresh air inlet area (engine compartment bulkhead area), in the right front …
  B640121 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Mar 1, 2021
• LED LIGHT CARPET IS DIM OR DISTORTED: The light carpet may appear dim or distorted on one or both sides. .
  B630318 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Mar 1, 2021
• INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY SHAKES-SHIFTS TO THE LEFT: The Instrument cluster intermittently flickers, shakes and has shifted to the left.
  B620818 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2021
• SUNROOF WATER LEAK DIAGNOSIS: This bulletin outlines multiple known areas of possible water entry for the vehicles listed above.
  B541119 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Mar 1, 2021
• SUNROOF NOT INITIALIZED: During operation, the sunroof may have lost initialization due to extended activation of the switch.
  B540320 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Mar 1, 2021
• FRONT AXLE SUPPORT WEDGE: Due to a parts list error in production, the vehicle was not built according to specification.
  B310121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2021
• SPORADIC FAILURE OR CRACKING NOISE IN BASS SPEAKERS: No Bass or a cracking noise can be heard from the bass speakers.
  B650121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2021
• GLOVE BOX COVER: BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop on a small number of Model Year 2021 BMW X3 SAV and X4 SAC vehicles that were produced on February 3, 2021.
  B510521 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2021
• DOOR PAINT STREAKS: Streaks are found running mostly vertically down along the door outer skin from the lower window trim. This can affect any of the 4 side doors.
  B510421 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Feb 1, 2021
• COMBUSTION CONTROL VALVE LIFT AT IDLE: The vehicle will run rough or hesitate when accelerating from a stationary position.
  B121318 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2021
• CONNECTING ROD BEARING: The engine must be replaced due to a crankcase manufacturing error. Do not deliver to a customer, a New, Certified Pre-Owned or Used vehicle subject to a De…
  B110420 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2021
• LDW (LANE DEPARTURE WARNING) STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION NOT STRONG: Lane Departure Warning (LDW) steering wheel vibration is perceived as being not strong enough, even with the stron…
  B662119 · Technical service bulletin · Lane Departure · issued Jan 1, 2021
• FRONY DOOR PANEL LED FAILURES: The LED light on the front door is not working. Due to the orientation of the LED module, moisture may enter the LED module, causing corrosion.
  B630720 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2021
• CONNECTING ROD BEARING: The engine must be replaced due to a crankcase manufacturing error.
  B110420 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jan 1, 2021
• ?GESTURE CONTROL UNINTENDED OPERATION: The Gesture camera inadvertently detects movement and performs unintended operations.
  B661820 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?PROGRAM HEAD UNIT: Satellite radio content is not available over IP, this does not affect channels received over satellite.
  B652020 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?GESTURE CONTROL UNINTENDED OPERATION: The Gesture camera inadvertently detects movement and performs unintended operations.
  B661820 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?PROGRAM HEAD UNIT: Satellite radio content is not available over IP, this does not affect channels received over satellite.
  B652020 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT IS DIM OR DISCOLORED: One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored. The connection between the LED module and light tube inside the he…
  B630418 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY SHAKES-SHIFTS TO THE LEFT: The Instrument cluster intermittently flickers, shakes and has shifted to the left. The fault is resolved once the vehicle go…
  B620818 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Dec 1, 2020
• MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) IS ILLUMINATED WITH FAULT MEMORY CDC152: The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is illuminated in the instrument cluster. The vehicles has no operati…
  B620320 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2020
• REMOTE CONTROL KEY OR BMW DISPLAY KEY BUTTONS NOT WORKING: The buttons on the remote-control key or BMW display key are not working, not allowing to unlock the vehicle and the tail…
  B612520 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2020
• SUNROOF NOT INITIALIZED: The sunroof will not operate and has the following fault codes stored: 030215 - SHD: invalid characteristic curve, no standardization exists and 030220 - S…
  B540320 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?TANK VENTILATION DIAGNOSIS: There is software error in the diagnosis of the fuel tank ventilation valve. This error may result in the Service Engine Soon (MIL) light not being act…
  B160420 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2020
• TOP VIEW CAMERA: The top view image of the vehicle is misaligned when observed in the Control Information Display (CID). When the vehicle is parked in a parking spot with line mark…
  B662919 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2020
• SURROUND VIEW - PARKING VIEW IMAGES DISPLAYED INCORRECTLY: After programming and shifting into reverse, there may be various sporadic concerns regarding the rearview camera and the…
  B661720 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Nov 1, 2020
• HEAD UNIT RESETS WITH FAULT CODE B7F8F9 RESET WATCHDOG: Customer states the following about their vehicle: Active radio or music source is interrupted. The navigation is no longer …
  B650919 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2020
• HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY CONDITION VERIFICATION (20V-601): After additional in-depth research and analysis of the corresponding data for these vehicles, we can safely conclude that the…
  B612420 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2020
• 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 faul…
  B612315 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2020
• TANK VENTILATION DIAGNOSIS: There is software error in the diagnosis of the fuel tank ventilation valve. This error may result in the Service Engine Soon (MIL) light not being acti…
  B160420 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2020
• CONNECTING ROD BEARING: BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective November 20, 2020) on a small number of Model Year 2020-2021 BMW vehicles that were produced between May 15, 20…
  B110420 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2020
• ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR: A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) may be illuminated, with faults stored related to the upper and/or lower act…
  B512119 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2020
• INCREASED STEERING EFFORT WITH CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE (CCM): During multiple vehicle steering maneuvering or extended time at steering end stops (i.e. "full lock"), the check contro…
  B320520 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Oct 1, 2020
• FRONT GRILLE UPPER/LOWER ACTIVE AIR FLAPS: LTD WTY EXT TO 15 YEARS/150,000 MILES: Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension This component-specific limited warranty extension a…
  B011219 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 1, 2020
• ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR: A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) may be illuminated, with faults stored related to the upper and/or lower act…
  B512119 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Oct 1, 2020
• INCREASED STEERING EFFORT WITH CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE (CCM): During multiple vehicle steering maneuvering or extended time at steering end stops (i.e. "full lock"), the check contro…
  B320520 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Oct 1, 2020
• FRONT GRILLE UPPER/LOWER ACTIVE AIR FLAPS: LTD WTY EXT TO 15 YEARS/150,000 MILES: Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension This component-specific limited warranty extension a…
  B011219 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 1, 2020
• ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR: A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) may be illuminated.
  B512119 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 1, 2020
• COMFORT ACCESS AND COMFORT GO NOT POSSIBLE: Vehicle cannot be unlocked/locked or started via Comfort Access. Remote control functionality is restored by pressing any of the key but…
  B661919 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2020
• HEAD UNIT RESETS WHEN NAVIGATION IS USED IN CERTAIN LOCATIONS: The head unit resets sporadically causing the CID to turn black and then starts up again after a short time with the …
  B651520 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2020
• INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY SHAKES-SHIFTS TO THE LEFT: The Instrument cluster intermittently flickers, shakes and has shifted to the left. The fault is resolved once the vehicle goe…
  B620818 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2020
• DELIVERY STOP - HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY: Please do not charge the vehicle high-voltage battery until further notice. There may be a potential issue in the welding process of the HV-mo…
  B611720 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2020
• DOORS WILL NOT COMPLETELY LATCH: One or more doors will not completely latch or will open to the first stage at times. The door lock strikers may be misadjusted.
  B511818 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Aug 1, 2020
• EME GROUND CONNECTION MONITORING FAULTS: Check Control message (CCM ID 794): "Drive. Check as soon as possible" illuminates. Increased ground cable contact resistance at Electrical…
  B122219 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2020
• NEW ECU VALIDATION NEEDED AFTER REPLACING CERTAIN CONTROL MODULES: With introduction of the new Headunit HU-H3 (MGU Media Graphics Unit), there is a new protection mechanism agains…
  B090218 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2020
• BMW CONNECTEDDRIVE APPS ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE AFTER PROGRAMMING: After programming vehicle with "20-03" software, BMW ConnecedDrive apps are no longer available in the head unit.…
  B651220 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2020
• 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. To ensure the best n…
  B650709 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2020
• INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND ONBOARD COMPUTER INTERMITTENTLY INOPERATIVE: The audio source, radio station, or music track cannot be changed using the MFL. Normal functionality may possib…
  B620119 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2020
• VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED: The customer's vehicle does not start due to a totally discharged battery.
  B610419 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2020
• ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR: Potential causes include: Faulty upper air flap actuator (G01, G02, G12, G30, G32) Faulty lower air flap assembly (G01, G02, G12, G30, G…
  B512119 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2020
• 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 b…
  B340517 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jul 1, 2020
• TOP VIEW CAMERA: IMAGE IS MISALIGNED: The top view image of the vehicle is misaligned when observed in the Control Information Display (CID). When the vehicle is parked in a parkin…
  B662919 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jun 1, 2020
• VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED: The customer's vehicle does not start due to a totally discharged battery.
  B610419 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2020
• ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR: A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) may be illuminated, with faults stored related to the upper and/or lower act…
  B512119 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2020
• SURROUND VIEW VEHICLE IMAGE DISPLAYED IS INACCURATE: When Surround View is activated the vehicle image displayed in the Central Information Display (CID) contains inaccurate detail…
  B661220 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2020
• SURROUND VIEW WRONG VEHICLE DISPLAYED AFTER PROGRAMMING: After programming the wrong vehicle model is displayed in the Central Information Display (CID) when the Surround View is a…
  B660920 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2020
• CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415 is displayed- "Increased battery drain! // Battery. Electrostatic discharg…
  B610520 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2020
• SUNROOF WATER LEAK DIAGNOSIS: This bulletin outlines multiple known areas of possible water entry for the vehicles listed above. It serves only as a diagnostic resource in troubles…
  B541119 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2020
• ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR: A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) may be illuminated with faults stored related to the upper and/or lower acti…
  B512119 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2020
• JERKING OR SHUDDERING FROM THE DRIVELINE (XDRIVE TRANSFER CASE ATX13-X): There is a jerking or shuddering during either or both of the following: Cornering or accelerating from low…
  B270220 · Technical service bulletin · Lane Departure · issued May 1, 2020
• COOLANT LINE QUICK DISCONNECTS LEAK IN LOW TEMPERATURES AT OR BELOW -15Ë?C (5Ë?F): The coolant reservoir in the high or low temperature cooling system is low There may be a coolant…
  B170320 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2020
• 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. All mode…
  B130420 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 2020
• B58C AND B58M ENGINES ENGINE OIL FILTER INSERT IS DIFFICULT TO REMOVE - REMOVAL: On rare occasions during an engine oil service the BMW Original (Genuine) engine oil filter insert …
  B110120 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 1, 2020
• REMOTE 3D VIEW NOT AVAILABLE: Remote 3D View cannot be launched In the BMW ConnectedDrive App. Software error in the Advanced Telematics Module 2 (ATM2).
  B840220 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
• BMW CONNECTEDDRIVE SERVICES ARE NOT AVAILABLE: The BMW ConnectedDrive services are not available for an extended period. This may include: Calls in the BMW Assistance app (Concierg…
  B840120 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
• SERVICE ACTION - REPLACE RIGHT FRONT SHORT RANGE RADAR SENSOR (SRR): The functionality of the right front SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the Driving Assistance Che…
  B660620 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
• SERVICE ACTION - REPLACE LEFT FRONT SHORT RANGE RADAR SENSOR (SRR): The functionality of the left front SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the Driving Assistance Check…
  B660520 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
• DEACTIVATION OF THE INTERIOR MOVEMENT DETECTOR/TILT ALARM SENSOR IS NOT POSSIBLE: Customer complains that the interior movement detector and the tilt alarm sensor system cannot be …
  B611420 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
• DELIVERY STOP - REPLACE HIGH-PRESSURE PUMP: Due to an assembly error the flange bolts for the high-pressure pump did not have the proper tightening torque applied.
  B130320 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 1, 2020
• ERRONEOUS ELECTRIC FAN FUNCTION FAULT STORED IN THE DME: The following faults may be erroneously stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DME): Fault code: Control module: Fault co…
  B121619 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2020
• 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 …
  B840214 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Apr 1, 2020
• FALSE WARNINGS THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS OCCUPIED WITHOUT THE SEAT BELT BUCKLED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 10) replaces SI B72 04 17 dated September 2019. …
  B720417 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
• COMFORT ACCESS AND COMFORT GO NOT POSSIBLE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B66 19 19 dated May 2019. Vehicle cannot be unlocked/locked or started via Co…
  B661919 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Apr 1, 2020
• REAR VIEW CAMERA FAILS TO DISPLAY IMAGE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 6) replaces SI B66 08 17 dated January 2020. Sporadically when the rear view camera is activate…
  B660817 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2020
• AUTOMATED ACTIVATION OF NAVIGATION SYSTEM DURING PDI/QC1: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI B65 22 14 dated October 2015. The INITIAL NAV enabling code no …
  B652214 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2020
• DISPLAYS SPORADICALLY REACT VERY SLOWLY WHEN SCROLLING IN THE AUDIO MENU: Sporadically the reaction time of the display in the instrument cluster the head-up display or in the CID …
  B650820 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
• DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT IS DIM OR DISCOLORED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI B63 04 18 dated January 2019. One or more of the LED daytime running lights a…
  B630418 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Apr 1, 2020
• DIGITAL SPEEDOMETER MISSING FROM THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AFTER PROGRAMMING DIGITAL SPEEDOMETER MISSING FROM THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AFTER PROGRAMMING: This Service Information Bullet…
  B620719 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2020
• 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 s…
  B610520 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 1, 2020
• KNOCKING NOISE FROM WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR: When driving over uneven pavement or cobblestones a knocking noise is present from the passenger side front area (A pillar). Once the ve…
  B610220 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Apr 1, 2020
• TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 4) replaces SI B51 30 16 dated March 2018. Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked Trunk/tailgate…
  B513016 · Technical service bulletin · Parking Brake · issued Apr 1, 2020
• G01 WIND NOISE DIAGNOSIS: Customer complaint of hissing or wind noise present in the interior of the vehicle at speeds above 60 mph. CAUSE The following areas and defects may cause…
  B510920 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Apr 1, 2020
• UNINTENDED HATCH ACTIVATION AFTER CONVERSION: The hatch may unintentionally open.
  B510720 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2020
• TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B34 05 17 dated September 2017. Ticking noise coming from front…
  B340517 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2020
• DME FC 21A02D - COMBUSTION CONTROL: VALVE LIFT AT IDLE This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B12 13 18 dated September 2019. The vehicle will run rough or hesi…
  B121318 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2020
• DELIVERY STOP: PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS (DME): BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective March 5 2020) on a small number of Model Year 2020 BMW vehicles that were produced starting…
  B120720 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2020
• ENGINE: FAULTS FOR TURBOCHARGER ELECTRIC WASTEGATE STORED IN THE DME: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B12 01 20 dated January 2020. The engine malfunctio…
  B120120 · Technical service bulletin · Lane Departure · issued Apr 1, 2020
• CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER. A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415 is displayed- "Increased battery drain! // Battery. Electrostatic discharg…
  B610520 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2020
• ENGINE OIL FILTER INSERT IS DIFFICULT TO REMOVE - REMOVAL: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B11 01 20 dated February 2020. On rare occasions during an eng…
  B110120 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2020
• REMOTE 3D VIEW NOT AVAILABLE: Remote 3D View cannot be launched In the BMW ConnectedDrive App. Software error in the Advanced Telematics Module 2 (ATM2).
  B840220 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2020
• BMW CONNECTEDDRIVE SERVICES ARE NOT AVAILABLE: The BMW ConnectedDrive services are not available for an extended period. This may include: Calls in the BMW Assistance app (Concierg…
  B840120 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2020
• LDW (LANE DEPARTURE WARNING): STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION NOT STRONG This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI B66 21 19 dated December 2019. Lane Departure Warning (…
  B662119 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jan 1, 2020
• REAR VIEW CAMERA FAILS TO DISPLAY IMAGE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 5) replaces SI B66 08 17 dated March 2018. Sporadically when the rear view camera is activated …
  B660817 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2020
• FAULTS FOR TURBOCHARGER ELECTRIC WASTEGATE STORED IN THE DME. The engine malfunction warning (MIL) is illuminated and one of the following fault codes is stored in the DME. 123518 …
  B120120 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2020
• SERVICE ACTION: S58T ENGINE - CHECK ENGINE OIL DEFLECTOR SCREWS: The engine oil deflector screws may have been tightened to the wrong torque.
  B111519 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2020
• MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED WITH A CRANKSHAFT ADAPTION FAULT: When diagnosing an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or a different issue the following f…
  B111219 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2020
• SIDE PANEL REAR LIGHT HOUSINGS: LTD WTY EXT TO 10 YEARS WITHOUT MILEAGE LIMIT: The rear light housing(s) can loosen/detach at the mounting tabs this can cause a clacking sound in t…
  B011319 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 1, 2020
• TOP VIEW CAMERA: IMAGE IS MISALIGNED. The top view image of the vehicle is misaligned when observed in the Control Information Display (CID). When the vehicle is parked in a parkin…
  B662919 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Dec 1, 2019
• LDW (LANE DEPARTURE WARNING) STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION NOT STRONG: Lane Departure Warning (LDW) steering wheel vibration is perceived as being not strong enough even with the strong…
  B662119 · Technical service bulletin · Lane Departure · issued Dec 1, 2019
• INCORRECT CONDITION BASED SERVICE DATA FOR BRAKE FLUID SERVICE. "Brake fluid service due since 12/2001" is displayed in the instrument cluster although the vehicle is only a maximu…
  B621019 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Dec 1, 2019
• INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMAINS DARK AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE: Instrument cluster remains dark after starting the vehicle. After a restart normal functionality is restored. Software e…
  B620919 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2019
• COMPASS NO LONGER VISIBLE IN THE KOMBI AFTER PROGRAMMING: Integration level updated. Customer noticed that their compass display was deleted from the Instrument Cluster (KOMBI) aft…
  B620519 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2019
• HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR CUSTOMER DISCUSSIONS REGARDING MOTORSPORT VEHICLE BRAKES: Note for customer deleted: If the noise does not disappear despite the attempts to regenerate the …
  B341019 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Dec 1, 2019
• DELIVERY STOP: PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS (DME). BMW of North America LLC has issued a Delivery Stop (effective December 5 2019) on certain Model Year 2020 BMW vehicles that were produc…
  B123119 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2019
• ENGINE DOES NOT START BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURES: Engine designation correction Parts availability Warranty. The engine will not start at temperatures below freezing. The starter …
  B120319 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2019
• SERVICE ACTION: S58T ENGINE - CHECK ENGINE OIL DEFLECTOR SCREWS. The engine oil deflector screws may have been tightened to the wrong torque.
  B111519 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2019
• MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED WITH A CRANKSHAFT ADAPTION FAULT: When diagnosing an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or a different issue the following f…
  B111219 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2019
• NO AUDIO IS AVAILABLE FOR APPROXIMATELY 30 SECONDS AFTER HEAD UNIT START UP: After programming vehicle no audio is available for approximately 30 seconds after head unit start-up. …
  B652219 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2019
• ENGINE SPEED DEPENDENT NOISE DURING AUDIO PLAYBACK: Integration level updated. There is an engine speed-dependent noise heard through the speakers during audio playback. Software e…
  B651019 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2019
• INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND ONBOARD COMPUTER INTERMITTENTLY INOPERATIVE: Instrument Cluster (KOMBSP18) functions are intermittently inoperative including: On-board Computer (BC) button …
  B620119 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2019
• 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. There…
  B612315 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2019
• HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR CUSTOMER DISCUSSIONS REGARDING MOTORSPORT VEHICLE BRAKES: INFORMATION Inform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and…
  B341019 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Nov 1, 2019
• DELIVERY STOP: CYLINDER HEAD COVER DELIVERY STOP: CYLINDER HEAD COVER. The cylinder head cover may have been damaged during assembly. It will need to be inspected and, if necessary…
  B111319 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 2019
• SERVICE ACTION: CHECKING HEATER HOSE FOR PROPER INSTALLATION: The installation area between the heater return hose and the drive belt is very limited. If the hose is not secured pr…
  B640919 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2019
• SUNROOF WATER LEAK DIAGNOSIS: This bulletin outlines multiple known areas of possible water entry for the vehicles listed above. It serves only as a diagnostic resource in troubles…
  B541119 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2019
• Front Suspension Ride Height Has Dropped: The front suspension ride height has dropped on one or both sides due to overload. This is caused by driving over obstacles (e.g. potholes…
  B310514 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 1, 2019