2015 BMW X4
5 recalls, 30 complaints - 312 TSBs
24V608000 Aug 13, 2024
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 201... Read more
Consequence
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
23V797000 Nov 24, 2023
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014 X3 xDrive28i, X3 xDrive35i, X5 sDrive35i, X5 xDrive35i, and 2015 X4 xDrive35i vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's front air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
16V683000 Sep 21, 2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 BMW X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, X3 xDrive35i, X3 xDrive28d, X4 xDrive28i and X4 xDrive35i vehicles, and model year 2014-2015 X5 xDrive35i, X5 sDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, and 2014 X5 xDrive35d vehicles. The affected vehicles have a d... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator housing could separate from the base plate and result in metal striking the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's front air bag, free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
16V333000 May 23, 2016
CHILD SEAT:LATCH STRAP
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017, X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i and X3 xDrive35i, vehicles manufactured July 2, 2010 to April 14, 2016, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014 to March 31, 2016, and 2015-2017 x4 xDrive28i, X4 xDrive35i and X4... Read more
Consequence
Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
14V648000 Oct 16, 2014
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 X3 and X4 Sports Activity Vehicles manufactured July 28, 2014 to July 29, 2014. The affected vehicles may have been produced with a driver's side exterior rearview mirror that was designed to meet non-US market requirements. Thus... Read more
Consequence
The driver may not notice that vehicles viewed in the mirror are closer than they appear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's side exterior rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or [email protected].
Complaint Statistics
30 total complaints
3 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 5 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 3 |
| AIR BAGS | 2 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS | 2 |
| SEATS | 1 |
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Apr 16, 2025
Incident date: Apr 12, 2025
A squirrel entered my ID.4 through the right wheel well while I was at work and it began to make a nest in the front of my engine compartment. I was alerted to the problem by all of the dashboard warning lights flashing the ACC and related front safety systems. The squirrel had chewed through the h... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Apr 16, 2025
Incident date: Apr 12, 2025
A squirrel entered my ID.4 through the right wheel well while I was at work and it began to make a nest in the front of my engine compartment. I was alerted to the problem by all of the dashboard warning lights flashing the ACC and related front safety systems. The squirrel had chewed through the h... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Apr 16, 2025
Incident date: Apr 12, 2025
A squirrel entered my ID.4 through the right wheel well while I was at work and it began to make a nest in the front of my engine compartment. I was alerted to the problem by all of the dashboard warning lights flashing the ACC and related front safety systems. The squirrel had chewed through the h... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 16, 2025
Incident date: Aug 31, 2024
The LED headlights are so dim that when other cars with normal LED headlights pass you on the left or on the right it appears as though the headlights on the 2026 Passport are not even turned on. This constitutes a safety hazard. This is a well known issue with Honda as I discovered when researchi... Read more
STEERING
Apr 16, 2025
Incident date: Aug 31, 2024
Electric power steering. Total loss of power steering.
POWER TRAIN
Feb 24, 2025
Incident date: Feb 24, 2025
Smelled smoke (burnt oil) for over a year. Dealer could not address. Finally found that the cylinder heads had cracked and required replacement at $7500. Car was only 51K miles.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Feb 24, 2025
Incident date: Feb 24, 2025
The pre-collision warning and the lane keep assist are disabled while driving frequently. It does this on its own. I have had into the shop one other time for the same thing. It’s happening more frequently now. Current mileage is 25,153. Also the personal settings on the dashboard reset on its ow... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 11, 2025
Incident date: Aug 13, 2024
When turning on the child safety locks, the doors repeat a clicking sound for a few minutes sounding as if the doors are locking. After the noise stops, the dashboard shows the message "child safety lock failure". My small child has been winding the window down since I cannot lock the windows and do... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Nov 14, 2024
Incident date: Nov 14, 2024
I am the owner of a 2014 Ford Focus VIN [XXX] . I have had the car into an Authorized Ford Dealership numerous times. On the 2nd to last visit the Transmission Control Module was replaced at no cost to me. However, since then the transmission has malfunctioned again. It lurches, loses power and stal... Read more
STRUCTURE
Nov 14, 2024
Incident date: Nov 14, 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
May 30, 2024
Incident date: May 21, 2024
The contact owns a 2020 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated upon the depression of the accelerator pedal. As the failure persisted, the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that there was heavy black smoke ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 13, 2024
Incident date: Dec 25, 2023
The truck flashes service antilock brake system, service eletronic brake system. It cancels the cruise control on truck. On several occassions it shuts off cruise while on the interstate. You have to react very quickly to avoid having an accident. A couple of times its happened while pulling a trave... Read more
STEERING
Dec 27, 2023
Incident date: Dec 12, 2023
The contact owns a 2023 Honda Civic. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, and at various speeds, while turning the steering wheels, the steering wheel failed to return to center, and the contact needed to manually turn the steering wheel back to center. The contact stated that the ... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 15, 2022
Incident date: May 15, 2022
Timing chain failure and shutting down of engine on the highway. There was a class action suit about this, which closed March 2021. BMW has not issues a recall despite the class action suit.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 28, 2020
Incident date: Oct 28, 2020
DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION TWICE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON 2 DAYS AFTER PURCHASING THE CAR HAD IT SERVICED ABD THE EXACT SAME ISSUES ARE BACK CAR WILL NOT DRIVE
POWER TRAIN
Oct 28, 2020
Incident date: Oct 28, 2020
DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION TWICE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON 2 DAYS AFTER PURCHASING THE CAR HAD IT SERVICED ABD THE EXACT SAME ISSUES ARE BACK CAR WILL NOT DRIVE
ENGINE
Oct 28, 2020
Incident date: Oct 28, 2020
DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION TWICE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON 2 DAYS AFTER PURCHASING THE CAR HAD IT SERVICED ABD THE EXACT SAME ISSUES ARE BACK CAR WILL NOT DRIVE
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 10, 2020
Incident date: Feb 3, 2020
SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 4, 2019
Incident date: May 22, 2019
WHILE DRIVING DURING MORNING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC APPROXIMATELY 0645, THE VEHICLE BECAME SLUGGISH AND EVENTUALLY BEGAN SHAKE VIGOROUSLY. I WAS IN THE PASSING LANE WITH VEHICLES DRIVING AT AT SPEEDS UP TO APPROXIMATELY 65 TO 80 MPH. THE DRIVE TRAIN ERROR CAME ON AND INDICATED 'DRIVE MODERATELY.' GIVEN T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 4, 2019
Incident date: May 22, 2019
WHILE DRIVING DURING MORNING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC APPROXIMATELY 0645, THE VEHICLE BECAME SLUGGISH AND EVENTUALLY BEGAN SHAKE VIGOROUSLY. I WAS IN THE PASSING LANE WITH VEHICLES DRIVING AT AT SPEEDS UP TO APPROXIMATELY 65 TO 80 MPH. THE DRIVE TRAIN ERROR CAME ON AND INDICATED 'DRIVE MODERATELY.' GIVEN T... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Feb 6, 2019
Incident date: Feb 1, 2019
LEFT BRAKE LAMP MALFUNCTION. CAR HAS LESS THAN 40,000 MILES AND IN PERFECT CONDITION.
POWER TRAIN
Oct 21, 2018
Incident date: Sep 22, 2018
BRAKES WERE UNRESPONSIVE WHEN TRYING TO SLOW FROM 35 MPH FOR STOP SIGN. COULD ONLY DEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL ABOUT A HALF-INCH, CAR ESSENTIALLY COASTED TO A STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION CAUSING A NEAR MISS. CAR STARTED TO SHUDDER VIOLENTLY BEFORE COMING TO A STOP. THIS WAS THE FIRST OF 2 SERIO... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 21, 2018
Incident date: Sep 22, 2018
BRAKES WERE UNRESPONSIVE WHEN TRYING TO SLOW FROM 35 MPH FOR STOP SIGN. COULD ONLY DEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL ABOUT A HALF-INCH, CAR ESSENTIALLY COASTED TO A STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION CAUSING A NEAR MISS. CAR STARTED TO SHUDDER VIOLENTLY BEFORE COMING TO A STOP. THIS WAS THE FIRST OF 2 SERIO... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 20, 2018
Incident date: Oct 20, 2018
AFTER EXITING HIGHWAY ONTO OFFRAMP, I APPLIED BRAKES WHICH DID NOT SLOW CAR SIGNIFICANTLY, REAPPLIED BRAKE HARD AND AGAIN CAR CAR WOULD NOT SLOW ADEQUATELY. BRAKING POWER SEEM TO BE APPROX 10% OF NORMAL. CAR BEGAN TO SHAKE AND ENGINE REVVED AS CAR FINALLY STOPPED IN MIDDLE OF INTERSECTION, NEAR MI... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 20, 2018
Incident date: Oct 20, 2018
AFTER EXITING HIGHWAY ONTO OFFRAMP, I APPLIED BRAKES WHICH DID NOT SLOW CAR SIGNIFICANTLY, REAPPLIED BRAKE HARD AND AGAIN CAR CAR WOULD NOT SLOW ADEQUATELY. BRAKING POWER SEEM TO BE APPROX 10% OF NORMAL. CAR BEGAN TO SHAKE AND ENGINE REVVED AS CAR FINALLY STOPPED IN MIDDLE OF INTERSECTION, NEAR MI... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 10, 2017
Incident date: Sep 1, 2017
TAKATA RECALL
SEATS
Sep 7, 2016
Incident date: May 14, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BMW X4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V333000 (SEATS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE.... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 8, 2015
Incident date: Jun 3, 2015
THIS IS WAS ON HIGHWAY, NO TRUFFICK. ONE ACCIDENT HAPPENED BEFORE ME, WAS NO FLASH LIGHTS OR STOP LIGHTS, WHEN I FIND OUT WHAT THIS VEHICLE NOT MOVING, PRESSED FOOL BRAKE. IN 150 FEET OF FOOL BRAKE CAR DIDN'T STOP. I HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME, THE ABS DIDN'T WORK DURING THE BRAKING, THE AIR BAGS DI... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS
Jun 8, 2015
Incident date: Jun 3, 2015
THIS IS WAS ON HIGHWAY, NO TRUFFICK. ONE ACCIDENT HAPPENED BEFORE ME, WAS NO FLASH LIGHTS OR STOP LIGHTS, WHEN I FIND OUT WHAT THIS VEHICLE NOT MOVING, PRESSED FOOL BRAKE. IN 150 FEET OF FOOL BRAKE CAR DIDN'T STOP. I HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME, THE ABS DIDN'T WORK DURING THE BRAKING, THE AIR BAGS DI... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 8, 2015
Incident date: Jun 3, 2015
THIS IS WAS ON HIGHWAY, NO TRUFFICK. ONE ACCIDENT HAPPENED BEFORE ME, WAS NO FLASH LIGHTS OR STOP LIGHTS, WHEN I FIND OUT WHAT THIS VEHICLE NOT MOVING, PRESSED FOOL BRAKE. IN 150 FEET OF FOOL BRAKE CAR DIDN'T STOP. I HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME, THE ABS DIDN'T WORK DURING THE BRAKING, THE AIR BAGS DI... Read more
Crash
Technical Service Bulletins, 2015 BMW X4
312 manufacturer communications from 133 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 46 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 36 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 21 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 19 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 18 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 13 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 12 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 11 |
B410722
Apr 4, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
While driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard.
B510819
Jan 16, 2024
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B510819
Jan 16, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B611305
Jan 11, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho
B310124
Jan 9, 2024
020000 SUSPENSION
With the vehicle is on a lift and the front struts are in the extended position, there may be a cracking and orclicking type noise when turning the steering wheel left/right. See attached video V31 01 24. The sound can reoccur when the veh
B521823
Dec 15, 2023
220000 SEATS
A noise can be heard from underneath the seat while the seat is being moved either forwards or backwards. This can occur to the driver??A?A?s and/or the passenger??A?A?s front seat.
B540421
Oct 18, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
B540421
Oct 18, 2023
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
B651523
May 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.
B650414
Oct 1, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. The fault ma
B650414
Oct 1, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. The fault ma
B650414
Oct 1, 2022
220100 SEATS:BARRIERS
According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. The fault ma
B650414
Oct 1, 2022
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. The fault ma
B650414
Oct 1, 2022
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. The fault ma
B662719
Sep 1, 2022
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
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.
B540421
Sep 1, 2022
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
The front sunroof glass seal has shrunk, creating a gap which can cause wind noise or excess water entry.
B662419
Sep 1, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
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.
SIB011219
Aug 1, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Radiator Grille Upper and Lower Active Air Flaps to: 15 years/150,000 miles as
SIB011219
Aug 1, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Radiator Grille Upper and Lower Active Air Flaps to: 15 years/150,000 miles as
SIB010921
Aug 1, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Leak Diagnosis Module with hose assembly (NVLD, shown) to: 15 years/150,000 mil
SIB510522
Jul 1, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective March 28, 2022) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced between March 1, 2022 and March 8, 2022 because the torsion struts may not have been installed at the plant. Do not de
SIB510522
Jul 1, 2022
021400 SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective March 28, 2022) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced between March 1, 2022 and March 8, 2022 because the torsion struts may not have been installed at the plant. Do not de
SIB650122
Jun 1, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 in the ACSM (air bag control unit): 930949 - Knee airbag, d
SIB650122
Jun 1, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
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 in the ACSM (air bag control unit): 930949 - Knee airbag, d
SIB662419
Jun 1, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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, closing and starting via the BMW Digital Key or the Digi
SIB662419
Jun 1, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
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, closing and starting via the BMW Digital Key or the Digi
SIB651312
May 1, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. The Headunit High 2 (HU-H2), also called N
B110317
Oct 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
For the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service
B110317
Sep 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date
B110317
Sep 1, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date
B110221
Sep 1, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Gelis, et al. v. Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft and BMW of North Am
B110221
Sep 1, 2021
105700 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CHAIN/BELT
With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Gelis, et al. v. Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft and BMW of North Am
B651312
Sep 1, 2021
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. The Headunit High 2 (HU-H2), also called N
B110221
Jul 1, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Gelis, et al. v. Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft and BMW of North Am
SIB110317
Jul 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
BMW of North America, LLC BMW NA is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date
B040221
Jun 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Distribution of the following tool will be through the Automatic Tool Shipment Program
B040221
Jun 1, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Distribution of the following tool will be through the Automatic Tool Shipment Program
B040221
Jun 1, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Distribution of the following tool will be through the Automatic Tool Shipment Program
B840221
Jun 1, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022. The decision to phase out 3G network technology wa
B840221
Jun 1, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022. The decision to phase out 3G network technology wa
B840221
Jun 1, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022. The decision to phase out 3G network technology wa
B840221
Jun 1, 2021
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022. The decision to phase out 3G network technology wa
B840121
May 1, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TELEMATICS UNIT DEACTIVATION DUE TO 3G CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY DISCONTINUATION: The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provide
B011321
May 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v.
B011321
May 1, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v.
B011321
May 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v.
B011321
May 1, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v.
B840221
May 1, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TELEMATICS UNIT RETROFIT TO 4G CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY: The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022
B110317
Dec 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
N20 AND N26 ENGINE TIMING CHAIN AND OIL PUMP DRIVE CHAIN: Whining noise from the lower engine area near the engine oil pump that increases frequency when increasing the engine RPM. Wear on the engine oil pump chain drive and timing chain sp
B110317
Dec 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
N20 AND N26 ENGINE TIMING CHAIN AND OIL PUMP DRIVE CHAIN: Whining noise from the lower engine area near the engine oil pump that increases frequency when increasing the engine RPM. Wear on the engine oil pump chain drive and timing chain sp
B120115
Aug 1, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
N20 and N26 Differential Pressure Sensor Fault: 195002 Stored in DME: The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on with the following differential pressure sensor fault stored: 195002 - Differential pressure sensor, tank vent valve, electrical
B340517
Jul 1, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: Ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied, noticeable at low speeds. The vehicle must be moving.
B340517
Jul 1, 2020
200000 WHEELS
TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: Ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied, noticeable at low speeds. The vehicle must be moving.
B610419
Jul 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED: The customer's vehicle does not start due to a totally discharged battery.
B610419
Jul 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED: The customer's vehicle does not start due to a totally discharged battery.
B650709
Jul 1, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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 navigation experience, we do everything in our power to creat
B610419
Jun 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED: The customer's vehicle does not start due to a totally discharged battery.
B340517
Apr 1, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
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 wheel while cornering without brakes applied noticeable at
B340517
Apr 1, 2020
200000 WHEELS
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 wheel while cornering without brakes applied noticeable at
B340517
Apr 1, 2020
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
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 wheel while cornering without brakes applied noticeable at
B513016
Apr 1, 2020
050000 PARKING BRAKE
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 may open while the vehicle is in motion usually after stopp
B513016
Apr 1, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
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 may open while the vehicle is in motion usually after stopp
B612115
Apr 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAYS VARIOUS CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAYS VARIOUS CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 7) replaces SI B61 21 15 dated October 2018. The instrument cluster displ
B652214
Apr 1, 2020
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
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 longer needs to be pre-ordered through the Parts department!
B840214
Apr 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 7) replaces SI B84 02 14 dated May 2019. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This Service Informatio
B840214
Apr 1, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 7) replaces SI B84 02 14 dated May 2019. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This Service Informatio
B340517
Apr 1, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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 wheel while cornering without brakes applied noticeable at
B123314
Feb 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Fault Code 1D2008 Stored in DME: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 5) replaces SI B12 33 14 dated February 2016. The Service Engine Soon light is on. There may also be a complaint of low heat output with lower outside temperatures
B641019
Nov 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE ACTION: OPTIMIZING THE WATER DRAIN. The water drain in the engine compartment's passenger side cowl near the firewall may be inadequate during exceptionally high water volumes. Water can accumulate and not drain out quickly enough.
B641019
Nov 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SERVICE ACTION: OPTIMIZING THE WATER DRAIN. The water drain in the engine compartment's passenger side cowl near the firewall may be inadequate during exceptionally high water volumes. Water can accumulate and not drain out quickly enough.
B512716
Sep 1, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
RATTLE/POPPING FROM TAILGATE AREA: There are two related but separate complaints (only one may be present at a time) during driving especially on uneven surfaces. Clicking noises or squeaking noises from the area of the tailgate. Or a poppi
B310514
Sep 1, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
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) or an impact severe enough for the front spring strut damp
B651519
Aug 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
SECURITY IMPROVEMENTS FOR CONNECTEDDRIVE. Security patches for non-safety critical vulnerabilities in BMW head units Entry Nav Entry Media NBT and NBT EVO.
B122319
Jul 1, 2019
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
DIAGNOSTIC HINT: CATALYTIC CONVERTER INSPECTION AFTER LOSS OF CRANKSHAFT SIGNAL. In certain situations when the crankshaft position signal is lost while driving the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and an engine malfunction check control me
B122319
Jul 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
DIAGNOSTIC HINT: CATALYTIC CONVERTER INSPECTION AFTER LOSS OF CRANKSHAFT SIGNAL. In certain situations when the crankshaft position signal is lost while driving the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and an engine malfunction check control me
B122319
Jul 1, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
DIAGNOSTIC HINT: CATALYTIC CONVERTER INSPECTION AFTER LOSS OF CRANKSHAFT SIGNAL. In certain situations when the crankshaft position signal is lost while driving the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and an engine malfunction check control me
B110919
Jun 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
N55 ENGINE: FC 28A0 OR 101F01 THROTTLE VALVE OPENING ANGLE. The engine malfunction warning is illuminated and one of the following fault codes are stored in the DME shortly after programming the vehicle or with a customer complaint.
B110119
Jun 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
ENGINE VIBRATIONS OR NOISE This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B11 01 19 dated February 2019.
B110119
Jun 1, 2019
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
ENGINE VIBRATIONS OR NOISE This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B11 01 19 dated February 2019.
B840311
May 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TELEMATICS CONTROL UNIT ACTIVATION VIA DCSNET FOR BMW ASSIST.
B840214
May 1, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
INFORMATION New information provided by this revision is preceded by this symbol. This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B84 02 14 dated September 2018.
B662317
May 1, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Service Information March 2018 Drivers Assistance Remote Control Systems B66 23 17 Technical Service This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B66 23 17 dated February 2018 CONTACTLESS TAILGATE (SMART OPENER) IS TOO SENSITIVE.
B662317
May 1, 2019
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
Service Information March 2018 Drivers Assistance Remote Control Systems B66 23 17 Technical Service This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B66 23 17 dated February 2018 CONTACTLESS TAILGATE (SMART OPENER) IS TOO SENSITIVE.
B610419
Apr 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B61 04 19 dated March 2019.
B610419
Apr 1, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B61 04 19 dated March 2019.
B610419
Apr 1, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B61 04 19 dated March 2019.
B610419
Apr 1, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B61 04 19 dated March 2019.
B610419
Apr 1, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B61 04 19 dated March 2019.
B640213
Mar 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Water Leaks from Center Console This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B64 02 13 dated March 2013.
B610419
Mar 1, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
THE VEHICLE DOES NOT START BATTERY TOTALLY DISCHARGED. The customer's vehicle does not start due to a totally discharged battery.
B640213
Mar 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Water Leaks from Center Console This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B64 02 13 dated March 2013.
B640213
Mar 1, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Water Leaks from Center Console This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B64 02 13 dated March 2013.
B621118
Jan 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BLACK SPOT IN THE CENTRAL INFORMATION. This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B62 11 18 dated January 2019. Whats New: a?? Warranty section - Programming information added. A small black spot remains on the Central Information Displa
B520818
Jan 1, 2019
220000 SEATS
FRONT PASSENGER SEAT SPORADIC MOVEMENT. Occasional stopping of seat adjustability movement in the driver and front passenger seats when occupied.
B512518
Nov 1, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
RATTLE NOISE FROM LOWER A-PILLAR. A rattle noise is present from the lower area of the A-Pillar. Due to a manufacturing error, the bolt securing the front door brake/stop to the A-Pillar may have loosened over time.
B613017
Oct 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
RAIN/LIGHT SENSOR (RLS): OIL LEAKAGE FROM GEL PAD. ??Oil leaking from the Rain/Light Sensor (RLS). Note: This oil serves as a separation medium between the RLS mounting gel pad and the windscreen. The oil ensures damage free disassembly in
B612115
Sep 1, 2018
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAYS VARIOUS CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES. The instrument cluster displays various check control messages. THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAYS VARIOUS CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES. The instrument cluster displays various check
B840214
Sep 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
?CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This Service Information bulletin is being published because vehicles are down for an extended period of t
B840616
Sep 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
?BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID's (Integrated Circuit Card Identifier).
B612115
Sep 1, 2018
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAYS VARIOUS CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES. The instrument cluster displays various check control messages. THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAYS VARIOUS CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES. The instrument cluster displays various check
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