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MC57540635
Mar 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Deleting running-in rpm limit. The "Deactivate nMOT max (engine-speed limiter)" action is not an option in th e"Vehicle tasks"
MC6100214
Mar 1, 2014
110120 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SEAT HEATER:WIRING HARNESS
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that due to a faulty software release, the seat can overheat and become permanently deformed if the seat heating is left on the highest setting for a lengthy period.
SIB-33-01-14
Mar 1, 2014
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
BMW: INFORMATION CONCERNING A DELIVERY STOP THAT HAS BEEN ISSUED ON SOME 2014 MODEL F15 AND F3X PRODUCED FROM JULY 2013 TO JANUARY 2014. THE FINAL DRIVE DIFFERENTIAL GEARS WERE NOT PROPERLY HARDENED. *JS
SIB-36-01-14
Mar 1, 2014
190000 TIRES
BMW: IT IS NECESSARY TO ENSURE THAT THE WHEELS WITH THE CORRECT OFFSET ARE MOUNTED TO THE CORRECT AXLE. MODELS INCLUDE M6 SERIES GRAN COUPE/COUPE/CONVERTIBLE AND M5 SERIES SEDAN. NO MODEL YEARS PROVIDED. *JS
SIB-61-002-13
Mar 1, 2014
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
BMW MC: ON SOME MOTORCYCLES, ENGINE WIRING HARNESS ON LEFT SIDE AND MAIN WIRING IS ON RIGHT, ROUTED ALONG FRAME, BETWEEN WIRING HARNESS AND FRAME, OR OTHER COMPONENTS, AND A POSSIBILITY OF CHAFING AT POINTS OF CONTACTS. MODEL S 1000 RR,
SIB-62-01-14
Mar 1, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
BMW: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AND ERROR IN APPLICATION BETWEEN LANE DEPARTURE WARNING CONTROL UNIT AND HEAD UP DISPLAY, THROUGH SOFTWARE UPDATE, IS NOT COMPLETELY DISPLAYED. MODEL F10, F12, F13. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *P
US-5056875-03
Feb 27, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
BMW MOTORCYCLE: MOTORCYCLES HAS ENGINE MISFIRE AND INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SHOWS VARIOUS FAULT DISPLAYS - SPEEDOMETER FLUCTUATES OR NO LONGER WORKING, ENGINE CUTS OUT AND CAN NOT BE STARTED OR OIL PRESSURE FLICKERS OR LIGHTS UP. MODEL R13 (E S
MC7242219
Feb 25, 2014
220000 SEATS
Bench seat cover is wavy. He various colors of the bench seat cover are selaed toegther then folded.
PN-721103
Feb 25, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
BMW: PROCEDURE INFORMATION TO DETERMINE IF BALL MOUNT IS DEFECTIVE AND SHOULD BE RETURNED. *PE UPDATED 6/10/14. *PE
US-57242219-01
Feb 25, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
BMW MC: INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING THE ELIMINATION OF BENCH SEAT COVER BECOMING WAVY AFTER BEING TWISTED AND UNEVEN, DUE TO VARIOUS COLORS OF SEAT COVER BEING SEALED TOGETHER AND FOLDED. *PE
US-53055102-02
Feb 24, 2014
103300 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
BMW MOTORCYCLE: ON SOME MOTORCYCLES, THE GEAR LEVER, AFTER FOLLOWING SWITCHING OPERATION, FAILS TO RETURN, IMMEDIATELY, TO NEUTRAL POSITION. MODEL K70/11, 71, 71/11, 12, 72/11, 73/02. *PE
US-57213601-01
Feb 10, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
BMW MOTORCYCLE: SNAP LOCK COUPLING MAY BECOME DAMAGED, AFTER REMOVING PILLION SEAT COVER, SEVERAL TIMES, BY PIN, DUE TO A BURR ON OPENING IN BRACE OF STORAGE COMPARTMENT. MODEL K21 (E SERIES). *PE
SIB-64-07-13
Feb 7, 2014
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
BMW: BEFORE BLOWER MOTOR COMES ON, THERE IS A DELAY OF ONE MINUTE, AFTER STARTING ENGINE AND AN INTERNAL FAULT IN BLOWER MOTOR REGULATOR. MODEL F30, F31, F32, F34. *PE UPDATED 05/05/2014 *JS
US-57194556-01
Feb 4, 2014
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
BMW MC: THE HANDLEBAR GRIPS, THAT ARE HEATED, FAILS TO GET WARM SUFFICIENTLY, DUE TO INCREASED HANDLEBAR ALUMINUM WALL THICKNESS AND LOWER HEAT OUTPUT FELT BY RIDER. MODEL K50, 51 (E SERIES). *PE
010214
Feb 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
"MMINI Original Accessories: Limited Warranty Coverage Terms and Conditions. INFORMATION MINI USA, a division of BMW of North America, LLC (""MINI USA"") warrants MINI Original Accessories against defects in materials and workmanship for th
122513
Feb 1, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Reduced Engine and Air-Conditioning Performance. When driving with high outside ambient temperatures, repeated stop and go, or high load operation over longer distances, the engine performance can be reduced. The air-conditioning system blo
310114
Feb 1, 2014
020000 SUSPENSION
Rubbing Noise from Front Axle. A rubbing or creaking noise is heard from the front axle when driving over uneven road surfaces. The vibration dampener in the front axle support is pressing against the front axle support.
341013
Feb 1, 2014
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
"Wheel Speed Sensor Failure. The Check Control Message displays: ""Driving stabilization, continue driving at a moderate speed. Avoid abrupt braking as far as possible."" Drive to the nearest BMW Service Center. Also ""TPM (Tire Pressure Mo
510714
Feb 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Noise from Rearview Mirror. Rattling noises can be heard from the rearview mirror when driving. CAUSE The mirror electrical connector is loose in the mirror base.
610114
Feb 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"Updated Power Electronics Box Bracket. There is a ""Hybrid Malfunction"" or ""Drivetrain Malfunction"" check control message. This may be an intermittent condition. The Auxiliary Power Module (APM) fault below is present, in addition to se
630614
Feb 1, 2014
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
One or Both Headlights Are Aimed Downwards. The customer may experience one or more of the following complaints: * One or both headlights are aimed significantly too low (jammed lower limit). * No reference run is visible on the affected he
640114
Feb 1, 2014
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Noise from Heating and Air Conditioner. There is an intermittent whirring noise from the IHKA system when the engine is under load between 2,000 and 3,000 rpm, and sometimes at approximately 5,000 rpm. CAUSE Vibrations from the A/C low-pres
650414
Feb 1, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
"Airbag Warning Light: ACSM FC 930A60 or 930A1C Seat Occupancy Detection. According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be on when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code ""930A60 - Seat occupanc
652313
Feb 1, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Headunit-High: Navigation Road Map Installation After Replacement. When replacing the HU-H, the road map database version that was in the defective HU-H must be installed in the new HU-H.
660214
Feb 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Remote Control Key Replacement Procedure. If a replacement remote control key is disabled using ISTA, all Comfort Access features are inoperative, including Comfort Start. CAUSE BDC (Body Domain Controller) software error