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B110721 Oct 8, 2021
BMW — M3, M4, X3, X4 (2022) — 4 vehicle combinations
100000 POWER TRAIN
MAIN BEARING SHELL.
B066021 Oct 1, 2021
BMW — BMW
162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
BMW AG has requested the inspection and return of the following part number: 51 11 7 111 740.
B065921 Oct 1, 2021
BMW — BMW
350000 EQUIPMENT
BMW AG has requested the inspection and return of the following part numbers: 51 21 6 740 180, 51 21 6 740 181, 51 31 1 818 248, 51 71 0 032 370, 51 71 0 032 371, 51 71 1 808 686, 51 71 1 820 363, 51 71 1 820 364, 51 71 1 876 151, 51 71 1 9
B065821 Oct 1, 2021
BMW — BMW
350000 EQUIPMENT
BMW AG has requested the inspection and return of the following part number: 51 12 7 332 773.
B065721 Oct 1, 2021
BMW — BMW
350000 EQUIPMENT
BMW AG has requested the inspection and return of the following part number: 11 53 8 685 978.
B090221 Oct 1, 2021
BMW — 228I, 230I, 330E, 330I, 430I, 530E, 530I, 540D, 540I, 740E, 740I, 740LI, 745E, 750I, 750LI, 840I, ALPINA XB7, B7 ALPINA, M235I, M340I, M440I, M5, M550I, M760I, M760LI, M8, M8 GRAN COUPE, M850I, M850XI, X3, X4, X5, X6, X6 M, X7, Z4 (2016–2023) — 232 vehicle combinations
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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 features with a new Software Update.
B090321 Oct 1, 2021
BMW — 228I, 330E, 330I, 430I, 530E, 530I, 540D, 540I, 740E, 740I, 740LI, 745E, 750I, 750LI, 840I, ALPINA XB7, B7 ALPINA, M235I, M3, M340I, M4, M440I, M5, M550I, M760I, M8, M8 GRAN COUPE, M850I, M850XI, X3, X4, X5, X6, X6 M, X7, Z4 (2016–2021) — 188 vehicle combinations
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
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 to proceed in case of a customer complaint.
MC650421 Sep 24, 2021
BMW — R 1250 RT (2019–2021) — 3 vehicle combinations
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
R 1250 RT Motorcycles built on or after March 1, 2021 and equipped with option: ?269A - Preparation Audio System? can be retrofitted with the audio module.
MC620421 Sep 22, 2021
BMW — R 1250 RT, R 18 (2019–2021) — 6 vehicle combinations
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
In an effort to continuously improve Motorrad connectivity capabilities, an important software update for the new 10.25? TFT display is scheduled.
MC620521 Sep 22, 2021
BMW — S 1000 R (2014–2021) — 10 vehicle combinations
270100 LANE DEPARTURE:SOFTWARE
K63 S 1000 R motorcycles do not have an option for a factory-installed navigation preparation; navigation preparation is only available as a dealer-installed accessory.
MC130721 Sep 14, 2021
BMW — R 18, R 18 CLASSIC (2021) — 2 vehicle combinations
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Customer may complain of a noisy fuel pump. The drive frequency of the fuel pump may cause a resonance.
MC340313 Sep 9, 2021
BMW — K 1600 GT (2014)
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
Approximately 92 2014 K 1600 GT/GTL models were equipped from the factory with Hill Start Control. This function is not part of the Vehicle Order and is not described in the rider?s manual for these motorcycles.
MC611121 Sep 7, 2021
BMW — C EVOLUTION (2017) — 2 vehicle combinations
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
With the introduction of the Silent Charge function for model year 2016, the control of the charging fan was reconfigured for its implementation. In rare cases, it is possible for the charging fan to cause voltage spikes and damage the elec
MC660114 Sep 3, 2021
BMW — K 1600 GTL (2011–2021) — 11 vehicle combinations
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that Keyless Ride radio keys produced before March 28, 2014 have faulty software. This can result in the radio key ceasing to work; resulting in the engine not being able to start. If the radio key stops working
MC110414 Sep 3, 2021
BMW — S 1000 R (2014)
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that on account of a manufacturing defect, some inlet valves could break at the valve head resulting in engine damage.
MC230114 Sep 3, 2021
BMW — R 1200 RT (2014)
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that the threaded fastener of the shift assistant may not have been tightened to the correct torque at the factory.
MC110314 Sep 3, 2021
BMW — S 1000 R (2014)
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Some motorcycles left the assembly line without being fitted with stickers affixed to the cylinder head stating the valve clearances.
MC610315 Sep 3, 2021
BMW — R 1150 GS ADVENTURE, R 1150 RS, R 1200 GS, R 1200 R, R 1200 RT (2001–2015) — 37 vehicle combinations
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in isolated cases the fuse for the voltage regulator is not correctly secured in the holder by the threaded fasteners.
MC320114 Sep 3, 2021
BMW — S 1000 R (2014)
110920 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:MOTORCYCLE STARTER INTERLOCK SYSTEM- CLUTCH,NEUTRAL,SIDESTAND
In the framework of quality monitoring, BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in some cases the clutch switch can trip before the clutch has fully disengaged.
MC460114 Sep 3, 2021
BMW — S1000 R (2014) — 2 vehicle combinations
351430 EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:MATERIALS:PANELING
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that on account of poor bonding, the front fairing side panels mounting pin can come loose when the vehicle is ridden at high speed.
MC320113 Sep 3, 2021
BMW — R 1200 GS (2013–2014) — 2 vehicle combinations
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in rare cases the throttle twistgrip sends an implausible signal to the engine management system when the throttle valve is closed.
MC111121 Sep 2, 2021
BMW — F 900 R, F 900 XR (2020–2021) — 6 vehicle combinations
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Erroneous oil dipstick reading may lead to oil consumption complaints.
MC610406 Sep 2, 2021
BMW — R 1150 R (2003)
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
There is a possibility of the wiring harness leading to the instrument cluster showing signs of chafing.
MC310102 Sep 2, 2021
BMW — F650 GS, F650 GS DAKAR, F650GS DAKAR (2001–2007) — 7 vehicle combinations
160000 STRUCTURE
We have been notified by Showa, the manufacturer of the front forks for the F 650 Dakar model, that one of the four mounting bolts, attaching the fork stabilizer to the fork legs is incorrect
MC610102 Sep 2, 2021
BMW — R 1100 R, R SERIES, R1100 S, RT SERIES (1994–2002) — 20 vehicle combinations
046600 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
If the connector is badly positioned, the blue cable from the alternator to the charge indicator light can show signs of chafing.
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