2021 BMW X5 service bulletins & manufacturer communications

288 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2021 BMW X5. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.

• 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
• In the affected vehicles, an incorrect screwlocking device (circled) may have been usedfor the mounting bolts of the door latch locks.
  B510726 · Service campaign · Structure · 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
• A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears. In the instrument cluster, the redair bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault …
  B652724 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued May 19, 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
• The center console and front cup holder get noticeably too warm to the touch on long journeys with the interior "Heating on".
  B640320 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 4, 2026
• The Radiator Grilles Lower Active Air Flap Assembly limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from th…
  B010325 · Warranty extension · Structure · issued Mar 6, 2026
• A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears. In the instrument cluster, the redair bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault …
  B652724 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Nov 25, 2025
• A vehicle listed above may arrive with a Check Control Message (CCM), and/or malfunction indicator lamp(MIL) illuminated. After carrying out the vehicle test, one or more of the st…
  B010825 · Warranty extension · Structure · issued May 14, 2025
• 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 Apr 29, 2025
• The Radiator Grilles Lower Active Air Flap Assembly limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from th…
  B010325 · Warranty extension · Structure · issued Apr 15, 2025
• A check control message is displayed, indicating that the parking assistance systems have limitedfunctionality due to errors detected within PDC sensors. The warning indicates park…
  B660325 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 26, 2025
• Class action settlement: f95 f96 g05 g06 g07 front center console cupholder
  B011323 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 12, 2025
• The belt pulley on the mechanical coolant pump may fracture allowing the engine drive belt to come off thecoolant pump and alternator.
  B110521 · Service campaign · Engine · issued Dec 6, 2024
• 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…
  B652724 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Oct 17, 2024
• A rattling noise can be heard emanating from the area of the rear seat backrest of the second row ofseats. The noise does not occur when the rear seat backrest is folded down.
  B520524 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Aug 7, 2024
• The seat leather upholstery detaches from the front of the thigh support (aka knee bolster) of either front seat.
  B521019 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Mar 29, 2024
• After performing a BMW Remote Software Upgrade (RSU), the functionality of the Comfort Access andPassive Go/Exit features may be reduced. Also, one or more of the following error m…
  B611124 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 25, 2024
• Deactivated: Currently investigating other components that maybe playing a factors besides what is mentioned in the SIB. Topic is under investigation.
  B511520 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 21, 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
• Check Control message (CCM) indicates: (ID 213): Stop, exercising due care. Voltage supply The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following DME Fault Code: 21B209 - Starter a…
  B120721 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 4, 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
• 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
• 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 · Equipment · issued Jan 5, 2024
• Check Engine light is on IHKA has stored fault 80131C â  IHKA: 12V voltage sensor plausibilityâ Â
  B641123 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 5, 2024
• The roller sunshade (aka sun protection or sunblind) of the front panoramic sunroof is bunching up during operation or may hang down and appear loose.
  B541319 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · 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
• SITUATION Unusual noises occur only when operating the steering column in the axial direction. 1. A one-time thump sound at the start of movement Shortly after the steering column …
  B320223 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jan 4, 2024
• Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: …
  B160623 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 20, 2023
• Two areas of the third-row seat backrest that may cause a noise concern have been added.
  B522319 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Nov 22, 2023
• Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicleâ  s equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical…
  B653423 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 22, 2023
• Emergency Stop Assistant is activated. Thisicon will appear in the CID when this function is activated.
  B661523 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 16, 2023
• Check Control message (CCM) indicates: (ID 213): Stop, exercising due care. Voltage supply The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following DME Fault Code: 21B209 - Starter a…
  B120721 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 9, 2023
• BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Brightk Consulting, Inc. v. BMW of North America, LLC. The Court h…
  B011323 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Oct 30, 2023
• Second seat row blocking access to third seat row, program seat modules. Visible stitching on first row sport seat. Third seat row backrest Bowden cable routing and length change.
  B522319 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Oct 20, 2023
• Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints.
  B660523 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Oct 19, 2023
• This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
  B540421 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 18, 2023
• The engine malfunction warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in theDME: 034D63 - Exhaust switchable cam follower, system: continuous deactivatio…
  B120623 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 20, 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
• ?Water leaking into the vehicle from the headliner/microphone area.
  B540123 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 2023
• ?The front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted.
  B520121 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Aug 1, 2023
• ?Unusual noises occur only when operating the steering column in the axial direction.
  B320223 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Aug 1, 2023
• ?A software error may cause an unwanted pressure pulsation in the transmission during a "Remote Engine Start."
  B240323 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 2023
• ?BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop for BMW X5, X6, X7, and 7 Series sedan vehicles that were produced between July 7, 2023 and August 15, 2023. Usage of the Highway Assist function…
  B661223 · Technical service bulletin · Communication · issued Aug 1, 2023
• BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop: KNEE AIRBAG.
  B652523 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Aug 1, 2023
• ?During workshop repairs with software updates, certain customer vehicles may be changed to BMW Operating System 8.5 and returned to customers without making them aware of the chan…
  B652023 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Aug 1, 2023
• A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears.
  B650222 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 1, 2023
• The interior lights in the rear of the passenger area do not work.
  B630923 · Technical service bulletin · Interior Lighting · issued Aug 1, 2023
• The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more (38 F to 60 F +) witho…
  B640821 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jun 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
• Condensation is present on the inner surfaces in one or both taillights (circled).
  B630321 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jun 1, 2023
• A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
  B320420 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jun 1, 2023
• BMW AG has issued an Emissions Recall (effective March 17, 2023) on a certain Model Year 2021 - 2023 BMW vehicles that were produced between June 16, 2020, and December 13, 2022. D…
  B240223 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · 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
• The reading lights for the second and third row seating activate automatically without customer input.
  B630823 · Technical service bulletin · Interior Lighting · 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 · Visibility · 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
• In the affected vehicles, faulty spindle drives for the tailgate (lower section) may have been installed, which can fail over time.
  B510222 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 1, 2023
• DSCi units which potentially have a faulty hydraulic valve were installed in the vehicles. The affected units may activate a sporadic red-colored Check Control Message.
  B340720 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 2023
• Interim Class Action Settlement F95/96, G05/G06/G07 front center console cupholder United States District Court Central District of California.
  B011323 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · 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 · Visibility · issued Apr 1, 2023
• The hazard light (aka emergency flasher) button gets stuck in the ON or OFF position when actuated.
  SIB510623 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Apr 1, 2023
• Tire noise from the front axle in the 30 to 50 mph speed range.
  SIB360223 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 1, 2023
• Customer is shown an incorrect GPS location in the vehicle (i.e., Nav Map, coordinates).
  B841422 · Technical service bulletin · Lane Departure · 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
• During a service visit, a new BDC control unit was installed in the affected vehicle. As a result, the "lock after starting to drive" function of the doors may not have been activa…
  B610723 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · 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
• BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop: 2nd row head restraints.
  B520923 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Mar 1, 2023
• It is not possible to get into the third-row seating.
  B520323 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Mar 1, 2023
• A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
  B320420 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Mar 1, 2023
• When turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises may be heard.
  B320123 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · 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
• BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop: Due to a software failure, there is the possibility that the transmission does not go into "sleep mode" if the car is turned off.
  B240223 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2023
• Engine Variants Updated.
  SIB260422 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Feb 6, 2023
• BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective October 25, 2021) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced after October 25, 2021. Due to supply chain limitations, c…
  B652021 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2023
• Due to component-related supply issues, the central information displays (CID) in some of the Model Year 2022 vehicles listed above were produced without the integrated touch scree…
  B650422 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2023
• Check control message (CCM) 183 Windscreen wiper malfunction is displayed.
  B610223 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Feb 1, 2023
• Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downw…
  B610120 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 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. The n…
  B260422 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · 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
• Uneven ambient lighting emission (bright spots/dark spots) on the door trim panel.
  B630822 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 1, 2022
• The saved steering column positions, vertical and horizontal, are not stored long term.
  B612922 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · 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
• Coolant leaking from the engine compartment. Traces of coolant leaking from the expansion tank of the low temperature cooling system.
  B170617 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2022
• After an automatic engine start (MSA start), the transmission intermittently goes into the Park "P" or Neutral "N" position without any customer influence.
  B122519 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 2022
• Customer states that they always hear a whistle (air noise) coming from the rear B pillar vent(s) when the vent is in the closed position. When the vent(s) are fully open, or the a…
  B640722 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 2022
• Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downw…
  B610120 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2022
• When returning the 2nd row seat 60/40 seat from Easy-Entry: The seat stops moving before reaching the final home position. A Check Control Message (CCM) appears alerting the custom…
  B520922 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Nov 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…
  B650222 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2022
• The customer complains that the radio stations change by themselves.
  B651922 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2022
• The seal of the roof-mounted antenna housing is separating from the vehicle.
  B651222 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 1, 2022
• Delivery Stop: Roof fin. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective September 16, 2022) on a small number of Model Year 2022 - 2023 BMW vehicles that were produced on July 26, 20…
  B651122 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 1, 2022
• The incorrect Bluetooth module was installed in the headunit. Bluetooth functionality cannot be guaranteed, and mobile phones may possibly not be paired via Bluetooth.
  B650522 · 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 · Electrical System · 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
• Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downw…
  B610120 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2022
• Noise is heard from the seat frame/rail assembly. Noises may occur dynamically (creaking/knocking) when weight is shifting upon the seat Noises may also occur when activating the s…
  B520921 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Oct 1, 2022
• One of the center console armrest doors is slow to open, instead of both opening evenly at the same time.
  B511922 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2022
• Windscreen Seal BMW AG Has issued a Delivery Stop (effective October 19, 2022) on a small number of Model Year 2023 BMW vehicles.
  B511822 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · 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 · Visibility · 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
• On these Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV), the air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a standstill. A rattling noise may also be heard comin…
  B640921 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 2022
• Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downw…
  B610120 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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 passenger's side (right rear) of the 60/40 split 2nd row seat may intermittently not fully latch into position on one side (inner rail).
  B521919 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Sep 1, 2022
• When returning the 2nd row seat 40% (right) side from Easy-Entry: The seat stops moving before reaching the final home position, a check control message (CCM) appears alerting the …
  B520622 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Sep 1, 2022
• When returning the 2nd row seat 60% (left) side from Easy-Entry: The seat stops moving before reaching the final home position, a check control message (CCM) appears alerting the c…
  B520422 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Sep 1, 2022
• The driver's side (left rear) of the 60/40 split 2nd row seat may intermittently not fully latch into position on one side (inner rail).
  B520419 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Sep 1, 2022
• Coolant is leaking from under the car which is equipped with the S63 engine. A low coolant warning might also be displayed (CC Message ID166).
  B170222 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 2022
• Driver Assistance reduced checked control message (CCM) appears. All or some of the system functions maybe inoperative. The following fault will be stored: 481CC6.
  SIB660322 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 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
• Symptom 1: There are traces of coolant leaking under the vehicle, or there is significant pressure released along with coolant loss when opening the low temperature cooling system …
  SIB170220 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Aug 1, 2022
• The fuel gauge may indicate the incorrect fuel level (full and reserve).
  SIB160222 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel/propulsion System · 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 stored in…
  SIB650222 · 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 · Electrical System · 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
• Check Control Message (CCM) displays "Vehicle key missing" after engine start.
  SIB610722 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2022
• BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Service Action on certain Model Year 2019-2020 BMW Plug-In HybridElectric (PHEV) vehicles that were produced between March 25, 2019, and October 17…
  SIB610222 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2022
• A wind noise can be heard when driving at highway speeds from the area around the lower windshield.
  SIB511520 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · 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 · Lane Departure · issued Apr 1, 2022
• On these Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV), the air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a standstill. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 …
  SIB640921 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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
• 48 V battery may become totally discharged, and possible replacement needed.
  B610121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2022
• This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 11) replaces TRI B52 23 19 dated February 20212. This bulletin is information only, no claim information intended.
  B522319 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2022
• In the affected vehicles, faulty spindle drives for the tailgate (lower section) may have been installed, which can fail over time.
  B510222 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 1, 2022
• Information updated about engine oil filter cap drain plug. When performing an engine oil service on vehicles equipped with a N63M, N63B or S63M engines; the ETK states to use "Set…
  B110621 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2022
• The belt pulley on the mechanical coolant pump may fracture allowing the engine drive belt to come off the coolant pump and alternator.
  B110521 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2022
• BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective March 29, 2022) on three (3) Model Year 2022 BMW X5 SAV vehicles that were produced on March 23, 2022. The 12V battery vent tube will n…
  B610522 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2022
• Noise is heard from the seat frame/rail assembly. Noises may occur dynamically (creaking/knocking) when weight is shifting upon the seat Noises may also occur when activating the s…
  B520921 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · 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
• A groaning noise is present from the door frame of any door, most commonly when driving over rough roads or during body flex. This situation may be worse in vehicles which are regu…
  B513019 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 1, 2022
• During manufacturing, the evaporative lines for the EVAP system may have been routed incorrectly. This could result in a Service Engine Soon (MIL) lamp turning on.
  B160122 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · 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
• The roller sunshade (aka sun protection or sunblind) of the front panoramic sunroof is bunching up during operation or may hang down and appear loose.
  B541319 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 1, 2022
• With the launch of the G05 (X5) Sports Activity Vehicle in August 2018, a new style of networked seats was introduced that have new operating parameters. This service information b…
  B522319 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · 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
• A fuel leak may develop from the fuel tank.
  B160321 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · 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
• The Driver Attention Camera (DCS) setting is missing or greyed out. The setting can normally be found under General settings, Driver Attention Camera.
  B660122 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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.
  B650222 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Feb 1, 2022
• BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Service Action on certain Model Year 2019-2020 BMW Plug-In Hybrid-Electric (PHEV) vehicles that were produced between March 25, 2019, and October 1…
  B610222 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2022
• Due to a manufacturing defect, the vehicles were built without the engine oil label. The label shows the oil viscosity.
  B510122 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2022
• After performing vehicle test, fault code 80422D "self-leveling suspension missing slave" will not clear.
  B370121 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 1, 2022
• The belt pulley on the mechanical coolant pump may fracture allowing the engine drive belt to come off the coolant pump and alternator.
  B110521 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · 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 · Equipment · 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 · Steering · 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
• BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective October 25, 2021) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced after October 25, 2021. Due to supply chain limitations, c…
  B652021 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2021
• The customer states that the vehicle locks itself when the last door was closed, even though the remote control/display key was inside the vehicle.
  B612219 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · 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 · Equipment · 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
• A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
  B320420 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · 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
• 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 25, 2021) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced after October 25, 2021. Due to supply chain limitations, c…
  B652021 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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 · Air Bags · 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
• Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle maynot start when placing the key against the steering column.
  B662419 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Sep 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
• The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more (38F to 60F +) without…
  B640821 · 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
• Noise is heard from the seat frame/rail assembly when activating the seat motors.
  B520921 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Sep 1, 2021
• After performing vehicle test, fault code 80422D "self-leveling suspension missing slave" will not clear.
  B370121 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · 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
• DSCi units which potentially have a faulty hydraulic valve were installed in the vehicles. The affected unitsmay activate a sporadic red-colored Check Control Message.
  B340720 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · 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
• When performing an engine oil service on vehicles equipped with a S63M engine the ETK states to use "Setoil filter element" P/N 11 42 5 A33 C43. P/N 11 42 5 A33 C43 is a new part n…
  B110621 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 2021
• When starting the vehicle vehicle at standstill, various yellow Check Control Messages CCMs appear. ID code 00042: Brake system. Additional notes: Avoid abrupt braking as far as po…
  SIB340721 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jul 1, 2021
• The hose clamp connecting the fuel filler pipe to the fuel tank may have been positioned incorrectly. Furthermore, owing to its larger outer diameter, the filler pipe installed in …
  SIB160221 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · 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 customer may complain of a check control message stating "Safe share detected" (CCM-ID 953). Check control message can be verified by checking key reader information or perform…
  SIB 61 04 21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2021
• 48 V battery may become totally discharged, and possible replacement needed if: a) The vehicle has been charged using a 12 V charger with the hood closed during a long stationary p…
  SIB 61 01 21 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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
• The BMW key card cannot be activated. The activation menu in the BMW iDrive is missing.
  B651721 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2021
• The center console (armrest) may not open.
  B511821 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 1, 2021
• The tailgate will not completely open and will not close completely. In most cases, the tailgate will release and open only a short distance before stopping. In some situations, a …
  B511721 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · 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
• Moisture in the driver footwell and/or passenger footwell when the air conditioning (A/C) is activated.
  B640421 · 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 · Equipment · 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 · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Jun 1, 2021
• The customer may complain of a check control message stating "Safe share detected" (CCM-ID 953). Check control message can be verified by checking key reader information or perform…
  B610421 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2021
• Front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted
  B520121 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · 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
• REMOTE CONTROL IS NOT DETECTED: Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle maynot start when placing the key against the…
  B662419 · 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 · Electrical System · issued May 1, 2021
• SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM OR REPLACE DUAL STORAGE SYSTEM BATTERY: A software error intermittently causes a continuous resetting of the microcontroller in the power management system.…
  B610319 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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 Adaptive/mobility · issued May 1, 2021
• SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM OR REPLACE DUAL STORAGE SYSTEM BATTERY: A software error intermittently causes a continuous resetting of the microcontroller in the power management system.…
  B610319 · 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
• WIPERS ACTIVATED WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN A DRIVE-THROUGH CAR WASH: When the vehicle is in a drive-through car wash with the automatic wiper mode selected, the wipers may activate.
  B612220 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Apr 1, 2021
• INCREASED EFFORT REQUIRED TO OPEN DOORS: One or more doors may require increased effort to open.
  B520221 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · 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 · Service Brakes, Air · issued Apr 1, 2021
• KNOCKING NOISE FROM THE REAR AXLE OVER UNEVEN ROAD SURFACES: . Knocking noises coming from the rear axle when cornering slowly and/or traveling over uneven road surfaces.
  B330221 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · 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
• LED LIGHT CARPET IS DIM OR DISTORTED: The light carpet may appear dim or distorted on one or both sides. .
  B630318 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 1, 2021
• PROGRAMING THE DUAL STORAGE SYSTEM AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY: The 12 V battery's dual storage system (DSS) may contain a software error which intermittently causes a continuous r…
  B610321 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2021
• ACCESSORIES DO NOT POWER UP FROM THE FRONT 12 V POWER SOCKET PLUG: Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power s…
  B610120 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · 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
• SECOND ROW SEAT LEATHER CLOUDY/DISCOLORED: Milky-white stains (discolorations) in the leather are observed in the second-row seat bottom, backrests and/or headrests.
  B520221 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 1, 2021
• BMW REMOTE SOFTWARE UPGRADE IS NOT OFFERED FOR INSTALLATION: The customer complains that the BMW Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) is not possible in his/her vehicle, though the Remote…
  B090120 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · 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
• CONDENSATION IN TAILLIGHT: Condensation is present on the inner surfaces in one or both taillights
  B630321 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 1, 2021
• VOLT BATTERY MAINTENANCE: 48 V battery may become totally discharged, and possible replacement needed if: a) The vehicle has been charged using a 12 V charger with the hood closed …
  B610121 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2021
• OUTER HEADREST SECOND ROW: BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop on certain Model Year 2021 BMW X5 SAV and X7 SAV vehicles that were produced between February 8, 2021 and February 17, …
  B520421 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Feb 1, 2021
• SEAT FAILS TO INITIALIZE DUE TO MISSING END STOP: Front seat will not calibrate/initialize.
  B520121 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Feb 1, 2021
• FALSE ALARM ACTIVATION TRIGGERED BY INTERIOR ULTRASOUND SENSOR: The DWA (anti-theft alarm) triggers for no apparent reason with all the vehicle's doors and windows closed.
  B650221 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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 · Structure · issued Jan 1, 2021
• CHECKING THE DUAL STORAGE SYSTEM AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY: In the event of an accident, the two-battery Dual Storage System (DSS) is disconnected from the electrical system via an …
  B611320 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2021
• BATTERY DOES NOT CHARGE WITH EXTERNAL CHARGER AND CLOSED HOOD: After the vehicle has been charged using a 12 V charger with the hood closed during a long stationary period, the 48 …
  B610121 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 1, 2021
• REPLACE ALL THE IGNITION COILS: The ignition coils may not have been produced to specifications which could lead to irregular running of the engine.
  B121320 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2021
• REMOTE CONTROL IS NOT DETECTED: 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 th…
  B662419 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?GESTURE CONTROL UNINTENDED OPERATION: The Gesture camera inadvertently detects movement and performs unintended operations.
  B661820 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2020
• ?NO PREVIEW IMAGES DISPLAYED IN THE REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT: The rear seat entertainment screens do not display any preview images at times.
  B652120 · 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 · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2020
• REMOTE CONTROL IS NOT DETECTED: 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 th…
  B662419 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · 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
• ?NO PREVIEW IMAGES DISPLAYED IN THE REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT: The rear seat entertainment screens do not display any preview images at times.
  B652120 · 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
• 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
• WHEN LOCKING VEHICLE, DOORS ARE LOCKED BUT VEHICLE IS NOT SECURED: The customer complains that when locking the vehicle from the outside using the remote control: The doors lock Th…
  B611120 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · 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
• THIGH SUPPORT UPHOLSTERY DETACHES FROM SEAT: The seat leather upholstery detaches from the front of the thigh support (aka knee bolster) of either front seat.
  B521019 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · 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 · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2020
• REPLACE ALL THE IGNITION COILS: The ignition coils may not have been produced to specifications which could lead to irregular running of the engine. A manufacturing defect affectin…
  B121320 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2020
• BMW REMOTE SOFTWARE UPGRADE IS NOT OFFERED FOR INSTALLATION: The customer complaints that the BMW Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) is not possible in their vehicle, though the Remote …
  B090120 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · 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 · Back Over Prevention · 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
• ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL - UNEXPECTED DECELERATION: Vehicle slows down (decelerates) unexpectedly while Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go (ACC) function is activated.
  B661520 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · 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 · Equipment · 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
• CHECKING THE DUAL STORAGE SYSTEM AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY: In the event of an accident, the two-battery Dual Storage System (DSS) is disconnected from the electrical system via an …
  B611319 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2020
• WHEN LOCKING VEHICLE, DOORS ARE LOCKED BUT VEHICLE IS NOT SECURED: The customer complains that when locking the vehicle from the outside using the remote control: The doors lock. T…
  B611120 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2020
• FUEL FILLER DOOR WILL NOT OPEN: The fuel filler door (aka flap) will not open. In rare cases, if the vehicle is locked using the remote control key and the fuel filler door is p…
  B512720 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · 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 · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Nov 1, 2020
• WIPERS ACTIVATED WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN A DRIVE-THROUGH CAR WASH: When the vehicle is in a drive-through car wash with the automatic wiper mode selected, the wipers may activate. T…
  B612220 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 1, 2020
• ACCESSORIES DO NOT POWER ON: Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will onl…
  B610120 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2020
• SEAT HEATING NOT ACTIVATED WHEN ENGINE IS STARTED USING REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM: When preheating/precooling the vehicle via the remote starting system (Remote Engine Start), the sea…
  B520720 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Oct 1, 2020
• HOLE IN LEATHER AT SIDE LOCK BOLT, 2ND ROW 60/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT: There is a visible hole in the leather of the 2nd row of seats. The hole is located on the side lock bolt of the …
  B520620 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Oct 1, 2020
• GROANING NOISE DURING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN: A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
  B320420 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Oct 1, 2020
• WIPERS ACTIVATED WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN A DRIVE-THROUGH CAR WASH: When the vehicle is in a drive-through car wash with the automatic wiper mode selected, the wipers may activate. T…
  B612220 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 1, 2020
• ACCESSORIES DO NOT POWER ON: Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will onl…
  B610120 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Oct 1, 2020
• SEAT HEATING NOT ACTIVATED WHEN ENGINE IS STARTED USING REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM: When preheating/precooling the vehicle via the remote starting system (Remote Engine Start), the sea…
  B520720 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Oct 1, 2020
• HOLE IN LEATHER AT SIDE LOCK BOLT, 2ND ROW 60/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT: There is a visible hole in the leather of the 2nd row of seats. The hole is located on the side lock bolt of the …
  B520620 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2020
• GROANING NOISE DURING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN: A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
  B320420 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Oct 1, 2020
• CENTER CONSOLE / CUP HOLDER GETS HOT WHEN THE HEAT IS ON: The center console and front cup holder get noticeably too warm to the touch on long journeys with the interior "Heating o…
  B640320 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2020
• SERVICE ACTION - CHECKING THE DUAL STORAGE SYSTEM AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY: In the event of an accident, the two-battery Dual Storage System (DSS) is disconnected from the electric…
  B611320 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2020
• BACKREST MISALIGNMENT OF 60/40 SECOND ROW SEAT: On vehicles equipped with the second row 60/40 split bench seats, the backrests may not properly align between the two seats.
  B520520 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Sep 1, 2020
• KIDNEY GRILL ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULTS: A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) may be illuminated.
  B511219 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 1, 2020
• SERVICE ACTION - REPLACE HYDRAULIC UNIT, DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL INTEGRATED: DSCi units which potentially have a faulty hydraulic valve were installed in the vehicles. The affect…
  B340720 · Technical service bulletin · Electronic Stability Control · issued Sep 1, 2020
• GROANING NOISE DURING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN: A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
  B320420 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Sep 1, 2020
• FAILURE OF THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT AT HIGHER CABIN TEMPERATURE: Electric steering column adjustment fails when interior cabin temperatures rise above 122 degrees F …
  B320320 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Sep 1, 2020