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B661217
Aug 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DEACTIVATING COMFORT ACCESS SYSTEM: In certain situations, the customer requests to have Comfort Access (CA) deactivated in their vehicle.
B511818
Aug 1, 2020
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
DOORS WILL NOT COMPLETELY LATCH: One or more doors will not completely latch or will open to the first stage at times. The door lock strikers may be misadjusted.
RR65334268
Aug 1, 2020
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Visible cracks or hazy areas present in the surface of the LED headlight lens
B651520
Aug 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
HEAD UNIT RESETS WHEN NAVIGATION IS USED IN CERTAIN LOCATIONS: The head unit resets sporadically causing the CID to turn black and then starts up again after a short time with the message "Start navigation system". This only occurs during n
B090220
Aug 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
REMOTE SOFTWARE UPGRADE: For BMW, Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) is the next consequent step with regard to digitalization and customer satisfaction. With the introduction of RSU, customers now can update the vehicle software by themselves.
B410220
Aug 1, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
TRUNK LID RUBS ON BUMPER COVER: The trunk lid may slightly rub on the top of the rear bumper cover, causing scuff or scratch marks. The rear bumper cover is adjusted too close to the trunk lid.
B620120
Jul 1, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SERVICE ACTION - PROGRAM THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER: The Condition Based Service (CBS) data concerning the due date for the brake fluid change may be displayed incorrectly. Software error in the Instrument Cluster (KOMBI).
B540120
Jul 1, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
SERVICE ACTION - CHECK SUNROOF SEALING: The sunroof frame may not have been properly sealed, causing a water leak into the vehicle. Improper sealing during production.
B651420
Jul 1, 2020
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
DWA ANTI-THEFT ALARM ACTIVATES FOR NO APPARENT REASON: The alarm system is activated due to no apparent external or internal influence. Sensitivity of internally installed tilt alarm sensor in the alarm system (DWA).
B121020
Jul 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DELIVERY STOP - CHECK STARTER BOLT: BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective July 30, 2020) on a small number of Model Year 2020 BMW vehicles that were produced on July 10, 2020.
MC069120
Jul 1, 2020
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
BMW AG has requested the inspection of the following part number: 43 63 8 557 868. Stock should not be sold or installed on any vehicle until inspection has been completed.
B340620
Jul 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NOISE FROM DYNAMIC STABILITY CTRL(DSC)UNIT WHEN DRIVING RAPIDLY OVER SPEED BUMP: When driving rapidly over a speed bump, the following issues may arise: 1. DSC pump noise 2. Power output delayed for 1-2 seconds DSC software application.
MC069220
Jul 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
BMW AG has requested the inspection of the following part numbers: 41 00 7 426 415, 41 00 7 426 416, 41 00 7 386 987, 41 00 7 386 988. Stock should not be sold or installed on any vehicle until inspection has been completed.
B840420
Jul 1, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SERVICE ACTION - PROGRAM TELEMATICS MODULE: A software error in the telematics control unit can result in an interruption in communication between the vehicle and the back end (BMW server). Software error in the Advanced Telematics Module (
MC069420
Jul 1, 2020
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
BMW AG has requested the return of the following part numbers: 51 47 7 120 416, 51 47 7 139 040, 51 47 7 223 680, 51 47 7 230 921, 51 47 7 277 234, 51 47 7 900 737, 51 47 8 070 066, 51 47 7 120 422, 51 47 7 139 102, 51 47 7 223 681, 51 47
MC069320
Jul 1, 2020
162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
BMW AG has requested the inspection of the following part number: 51 12 8 062 758. Stock should not be sold or installed on any vehicle until inspection has been completed.
B660220
Jul 1, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
KAFAS (CAMERA-BASED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS) LIMITATIONS: Replacement remote control key does not work or initialize.
B180220
Jul 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
DELIVERY STOP - INSPECT NUTS ON CATALYTIC CONVERTER: BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective June 23, 2020) on certain Model Year 2020 BMW vehicles that were produced between March 10, 2020 and June 1, 2020. Do not deliver to a custome
B520420
Jul 1, 2020
220000 SEATS
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR SEAT CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES: There is an operating failure with various Check Control (CC) messages displayed regarding seat adjustment of the second and third row of seats.
B512220
Jul 1, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
SERVICE ACTION - TIGHTEN UNDERFLOOR BRACING: The underfloor bracing was not correctly tightened by the additional 90 required to meet the torque specification during production. Improper tightening of the underfloor bracing.
B651220
Jul 1, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
BMW CONNECTEDDRIVE APPS ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE AFTER PROGRAMMING: After programming vehicle with "20-03" software, BMW ConnecedDrive apps are no longer available in the head unit. Software in the Head Unit High (HU-H3).
B611620
Jul 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE ACTION - REWORKING THE HIGH-VOLTAGE SYSTEM CONNECTOR: The sealing plugs (aka sealing grommets) on the low-voltage connector to the high-voltage battery were incorrectly mounted. The white-colored plugs seal off the individual wire c
B340520
Jun 1, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
BRAKE NOISE - HELPFUL FACTS FOR EFFECTIVE CUSTOMER COMMUNICATION: This bulletin intends to explain some typical brake noise phenomena and provide some recommendations about the usage and maintenance of the braking system. The below informat
MC068520
Jun 1, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
BMW Motorrad Parts Bulletin TEC246 Brake Pads, Rear: BMW AG has requested the inspection of the following part number: 34 21 8 556 442. Stock should not be sold or installed on any vehicle until inspection has been completed.
B640220
Jun 1, 2020
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
3rd ROW CLIMATE CONTROL NOT AVAILABLE: Climate control operations are not available in the 3rd row when the 3rd row seats are folded down. Software in the automatic air conditioning control unit (IHKA).