2016 BMW X1 Recalls, Complaints and Investigations

These recalls apply to the make, model, and year of your car – and should be fixed as soon as possible.

3 Recalls for 2016 BMW X1

Recall Date	Component	Summary
2019-05-09	STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS	BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2019 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles. In the event of a crash where the occupants head contacts the B-pillar, the pillar may not absorb an adequate amount of the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, “Occupant Protection in Interior Impact.” Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vertical trim pieces on the upper portion of the interior B-Pillars, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 1, 2019. Second notices will be sent as parts become available, starting on September 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2016-10-17	SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR	BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper, Mini Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, MINI Cooper Clubman, and Cooper S Clubman, 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost, and 2016 528i vehicles. The vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism of the seat belt Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) for the driver’s seat may not lock as designed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, “Seat Belt Assemblies.” Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver’s seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2015-12-30	STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)	BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one model year 2016 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door vehicle manufactured November 24, 2015, and one BMW X1 Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) manufactured October, 19 2015. The steering gearbox may have been manufactured with incorrect parts. Remedy: BMW will replace the steering gearbox, free of charge. Affected vehicles are located in dealer inventory and will be remedied before customer retail. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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2 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2016 BMW X1

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Date			Component
2021-11-25			engine
2021-08-17			other

40 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2016 BMW X1

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Date			Component
2021-05-03			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11415047
2021-04-25			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11413853
2021-04-19			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11412878
2021-04-19			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11412878
2021-04-07			STRUCTURE:BODY \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11406831
2021-04-02			VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 11406109
2021-03-29			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11405387
2017-05-17			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 10986123
2016-09-09			VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 10905151
2016-08-18			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 10896789
2017-03-11			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 10960110
2017-02-23			STEERING ODI Number: 10956612
2017-02-09			ENGINE \| POWER TRAIN \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 10953759
2021-01-30			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11390750
2020-11-20			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11375647
2020-11-20			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11375623
2020-12-03			ENGINE ODI Number: 11377820
2016-12-08			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 10933989
2020-11-05			EXTERIOR LIGHTING ODI Number: 11373238
2020-11-02			SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11372658
2020-11-11			ENGINE ODI Number: 11374108
2020-10-23			VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY ODI Number: 11365926
2020-09-09			VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 11353928
2020-08-17			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11349907
2020-07-27			AIR BAGS \| SEAT BELTS \| STEERING ODI Number: 11341727
2020-08-04			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11343146
2020-07-01			VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 11331966
2020-06-03			UNKNOWN OR OTHER \| VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY ODI Number: 11327191
2020-03-27			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11319542
2020-03-06			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 11316493
2019-11-13			STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 11279744
2019-10-25			STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 11271006
2019-07-15			STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 11232047
2019-07-15			STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 11232031
2019-10-12			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11268065
2019-09-12			STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 11255036
2019-09-07			STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 11253927
2018-04-23			STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 11089765
2018-01-13			AIR BAGS ODI Number: 11062557
2016-07-18			STEERING ODI Number: 10885621

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0 Investigations for 2016 BMW X1

Date Opened	Date Closed	Component

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243 Service Alerts for 2016 BMW X1

Date	Description
2016-04-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TEC26 Turbo Charger Return Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-03-21	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Tec25 Wishbone Return Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-04-14	350000 EQUIPMENT Tech24 Snap-in Adapter Return Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-03-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING MINI engine oil part number transition and model year 2016 engine oils Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-03-01	350000 EQUIPMENT MINI “Enhanced” dealer self authorized (DSA)K goodwill program Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2022-05-01	010000 STEERING The following complaints may be noticed while slow maneuvering with a steering input of 80-100% (at or near full lock, e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or accelerating with a medium to large steering angle: Humming or creaking noises from the r Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2022-05-01	350000 EQUIPMENT The following complaints may be noticed while slow maneuvering with a steering input of 80-100% (at or near full lock, e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or accelerating with a medium to large steering angle: Humming or creaking noises from the r Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2022-05-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 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 (recirculation flap closing and opening severaltimes). The above may oc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2022-02-01	350000 EQUIPMENT Customer complains of musty odor or damp front footwell carpet. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2022-04-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The Check Control message “Door open” appears in the instrument cluster (Kombi) even though all vehicle doors are closed and locked. The locking operation of the doors is not affected. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-12-01	162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR Any or all of the following CCM ID code 14/15/16/17 “door open” appear in the instrument cluster when the door is properly closed and locked. The locking operation of the door is not affected by the incorrect display. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-12-01	171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH Any or all of the following CCM ID code 14/15/16/17 “door open” appear in the instrument cluster when the door is properly closed and locked. The locking operation of the door is not affected by the incorrect display. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-01	061400 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL Different air temperatures are felt from left to right out of the front fresh air grilles (air vents). Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-07-01	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL The contactless tailgate opening/closing function (Smart Opener) is inoperative. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-07-01	357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER Different air temperatures are felt from left to right out of the front fresh air grilles (air vent). The following fault code is saved in the IHKA (integrated automatic heating/air conditioning system) control unit: 801189 – Engine mixed a Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-05-01	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 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-06-01	350000 EQUIPMENT Customer states the Central Information Display is flickering and the picture is shifting. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-06-01	117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL Customer states the Central Information Display is flickering and the picture is shifting. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-06-01	163100 STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD Customer states the Central Information Display is flickering and the picture is shifting. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-06-01	070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE For the eligible vehicles that are not covered under the State of California PZEV (SULEV) emission regulation, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicles fuel tank vent (purge) valve Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-06-01	350000 EQUIPMENT For the eligible vehicles that are not covered under the State of California PZEV (SULEV) emission regulation, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicles fuel tank vent (purge) valve Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-02-01	130000 VISIBILITY DOOR PAINT STREAKS: Streaks are found running mostly vertically down along the door outer skin from the lower window trim. This can affect any of the 4 side doors. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-01	160000 STRUCTURE Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain: Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain. Customer complains of musty odor or damp front footwell carpet. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-01	357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain: Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain. Customer complains of musty odor or damp front footwell carpet. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-01	136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER 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 faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-01	350000 EQUIPMENT 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 faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-10-01	357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER CONDENSATION FROM AIR CONDITIONING LEAKS INTO PASSENGER FOOTWELL: Condensation from the air conditioning systems evaporator drips, below the instrument panel, into the passenger’s footwell. During assembly, the cover of the fresh air intake Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-10-01	357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-10-01	161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS CONDENSATION FROM AIR CONDITIONING LEAKS INTO PASSENGER FOOTWELL: Condensation from the air conditioning systems evaporator drips, below the instrument panel, into the passenger’s footwell. During assembly, the cover of the fresh air intake Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-10-01	357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER CONDENSATION FROM AIR CONDITIONING LEAKS INTO PASSENGER FOOTWELL: Condensation from the air conditioning systems evaporator drips, below the instrument panel, into the passenger’s footwell. During assembly, the cover of the fresh air intake Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-10-01	350000 EQUIPMENT BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-10-01	357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-10-01	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY BUZZING NOISE IS HEARD WHEN AIR CONDITIONING IS DEACTIVATED: A buzzing noise is heard when the air conditioning (A/C) is deactivated while the vehicle is in park or neutral. Prior to turning off the A/C, the system was functional and coolin Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-01	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! Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-01	010000 STEERING CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. The customer may also complain about any of the following: En Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-01	020000 SUSPENSION CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. The customer may also complain about any of the following: En Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-01	251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. The customer may also complain about any of the following: En Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES FOR BRAKE SUSPENSION AND AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION: Multiple check control messages (CCM) can display for brake suspension and air bag system malfunction. The customer may also complain about any of the following: En Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-09-01	115000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM SERVICE ACTION – PROGRAM THE BODY DOMAIN CONTROL (BDC) UNIT: Aftermarket scan tools cannot read fault codes in the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) unit via the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) socket. The DSC data is not processed correctly in the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-01	180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL TAILGATE MALFUNCTION WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B61 06 20 dated February 2020. Customer may complaint of any the following scenarios: When operating the tailgate by using any of the t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) CCM DISPLAYED “INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN” CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B61 05 20 dated February 2020. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management” The results of Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-06-01	081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY F48 FUEL TANK VENT/PURGE VALVE LTD WARRANTY EXTENSION: This component-specific limited warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-01	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 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-01	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 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-01	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 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-01	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 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-08-01	251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) DELIVERY STOP – OBD ACCESS IN DSC CONTROL UNIT: Aftermarket scan tools cannot read fault codes in the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) unit via the On Board Diagnostic (OBD) socket. The DSC data is not processed correctly in the BDC and ther Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-05-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING TANK VENTILATION AND MIXTURE CONTROL FAULTS STORED IN THE DME: The Engine Malfunction Warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in the DME. All models: FC 191C02 – Fuel tank ventilation system 2nd discharge p Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-05-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ROUGH RUNNING IMMEDIATELY AFTER A COLD START: Immediately after a cold start the engine may run roughly during the catalyst heating period. Depending on the severity of this situation the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) can be illuminated Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-05-01	120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING ROUGH RUNNING IMMEDIATELY AFTER A COLD START: Immediately after a cold start the engine may run roughly during the catalyst heating period. Depending on the severity of this situation the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) can be illuminated Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-05-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CCM DISPLAYED “INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN” CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415 is displayed- “Increased battery drain! // Battery. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management” The resul Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-07-01	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 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-07-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TAILGATE MALFUNCTION WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING: Customer may complaint of any the following scenarios: When operating the tailgate by using any of the tailgate buttons, the movement stops Tailgate opens when the remote control is within the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-07-01	162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE TAILGATE MALFUNCTION WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING: Customer may complaint of any the following scenarios: When operating the tailgate by using any of the tailgate buttons, the movement stops Tailgate opens when the remote control is within the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-07-01	350000 EQUIPMENT TAILGATE MALFUNCTION WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING: Customer may complaint of any the following scenarios: When operating the tailgate by using any of the tailgate buttons, the movement stops Tailgate opens when the remote control is within the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-07-01	070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE NOISES FROM THE FUEL TANK AT IDLE: All vehicles except the F48 (X1): While driving slowly with low RPM or while idling a faint knocking or fluttering noise can be heard from inside the fuel tank with a low fuel level (approximately less tha Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-11-01	136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full : The low washer fluid warning is illuminated even though the washer fluid reservoir is full. There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid lev Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-11-01	350000 EQUIPMENT Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full : The low washer fluid warning is illuminated even though the washer fluid reservoir is full. There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid lev Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-10-01	350000 EQUIPMENT VEHICLE WILL NOT UNLOCK USING THE REMOTE CONTROL KEY BUTTON. The vehicle cannot be unlocked using the remote control key button. However, comfort access operates normally at the front door handles and the tailgate. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-01-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED WITH A CRANKSHAFT ADAPTION FAULT: When diagnosing an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or a different issue the following faults may also be stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (D Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-02-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CCM DISPLAYED “INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN” CAUSED BY CONTROLLER. A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415 is displayed- “Increased battery drain! // Battery. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management” The resul Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-01-01	140000 AIR BAGS SIDE PANEL REAR LIGHT HOUSINGS: LTD WTY EXT TO 10 YEARS WITHOUT MILEAGE LIMIT: The rear light housing(s) can loosen/detach at the mounting tabs this can cause a clacking sound in the rear of the vehicle while driving. The plastic mounting t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-02-01	150000 SEAT BELTS SAFETY BELT WARNING GONG SOUNDS AFTER UNBUCKLING WHILE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY. After a vehicle has been programmed to an I-level greater than 19-11-5xx and lower than I-level 20-03-530; the safety belt (aka seat belt) acoustic warning sounds Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-02-01	062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B64 04 16 dated March 2016. The condensate drain hose is blocked by the heat shield The condensate drain hose is not attach Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-02-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TAILGATE MALFUNCTION WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING. Customer may complaint of any the following scenarios: When operating the tailgate by using any of the tailgate buttons the movement stops Tailgate opens when the remote control is within the pr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-02-01	173100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH TAILGATE MALFUNCTION WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING. Customer may complaint of any the following scenarios: When operating the tailgate by using any of the tailgate buttons the movement stops Tailgate opens when the remote control is within the pr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-02-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MIL LIGHT ILLUMINATED AT LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. After engine start the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and Check Control message (ID 29) “Engine fault! Power loss” are displayed in the instrument cluster. In addition The following fault Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-02-01	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL MIL LIGHT ILLUMINATED AT LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. After engine start the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and Check Control message (ID 29) “Engine fault! Power loss” are displayed in the instrument cluster. In addition The following fault Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-01-01	010000 STEERING Power-assisted Steering Intermittently Not Available at Engine Start-up: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B32 02 14 dated November 2016. The power-assisted steering is unavailable at start up/drive readiness. No co Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-01-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Power-assisted Steering Intermittently Not Available at Engine Start-up: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B32 02 14 dated November 2016. The power-assisted steering is unavailable at start up/drive readiness. No co Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-01-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING DME FAULT CODE 1B8004 ENVIRONMENTAL AIR CATALYST(EAC) SENSOR: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B13 02 18 dated April 2018. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) light is on and the following fault code is stored in Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-01-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DME FAULT CODE 1B8004 ENVIRONMENTAL AIR CATALYST(EAC) SENSOR: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B13 02 18 dated April 2018. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) light is on and the following fault code is stored in Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-10-01	010000 STEERING LDW (LANE DEPARTURE WARNING): STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION NOT WORKING. LDW steering wheel vibration is not working. Software in the Body Domain Controller (BDC) control unit. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-10-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE LDW (LANE DEPARTURE WARNING): STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION NOT WORKING. LDW steering wheel vibration is not working. Software in the Body Domain Controller (BDC) control unit. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-12-01	220000 SEATS NOISE DURING FORWARD / BACK SEAT ADJUSTMENT OVER THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF TRAVEL: A loud screeching noise can be heard from the front driver’s or passenger’s seat during forward/back seat adjustment. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-01	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 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-08-01	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. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-08-01	160000 STRUCTURE CREAKING NOISES WHEN DRIVING ON ROUGH ROAD This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B51 26 17 dated September 2017. Creaking (groaning) noises are heard from above the door. Excessive friction between the door seals and t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-08-01	162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR CREAKING NOISES WHEN DRIVING ON ROUGH ROAD This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B51 26 17 dated September 2017. Creaking (groaning) noises are heard from above the door. Excessive friction between the door seals and t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-01	111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY HEAD UNIT NBT EVO (HU-H2) PROGRAMMING ABORT: The CID screen may light up blue. When this occurs A battery reset is not successful in restoring head unit operation Software error in the Bootloader file (BTLD) of the head unit. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE HEAD UNIT NBT EVO (HU-H2) PROGRAMMING ABORT: The CID screen may light up blue. When this occurs A battery reset is not successful in restoring head unit operation Software error in the Bootloader file (BTLD) of the head unit. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-01	220000 SEATS NOISE DURING FORWARD/BACK SEAT ADJUSTMENT OVER THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF TRAVEL: A loud screeching noise can be heard from the front driver’s or passenger’s seat during forward/back seat adjustment. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-01	350000 EQUIPMENT NOISE DURING FORWARD/BACK SEAT ADJUSTMENT OVER THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF TRAVEL: A loud screeching noise can be heard from the front driver’s or passenger’s seat during forward/back seat adjustment. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-01	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY NOISE DURING FORWARD/BACK SEAT ADJUSTMENT OVER THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF TRAVEL: A loud screeching noise can be heard from the front driver’s or passenger’s seat during forward/back seat adjustment. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-03-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PHONE CALL AUDIO AUTONOMOUSLY SWITCH FROM VEHICLE TO PHONE. During an active phone call the call audio autonomously switches from the vehicle hands-free system to the phone. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-03-01	350000 EQUIPMENT PHONE CALL AUDIO AUTONOMOUSLY SWITCH FROM VEHICLE TO PHONE. During an active phone call the call audio autonomously switches from the vehicle hands-free system to the phone. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-03-01	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL PHONE CALL AUDIO AUTONOMOUSLY SWITCH FROM VEHICLE TO PHONE. During an active phone call the call audio autonomously switches from the vehicle hands-free system to the phone. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) B46O PZEV/SULEV ENGINE – FUEL TANK VENT (PURGE) VALVE: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120000 MILEAGE. The vehicle’s malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lights up. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-01	350000 EQUIPMENT TELEMATICS CONTROL UNIT ACTIVATION VIA DCSNET FOR BMW ASSIST. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-01	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. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-06-01	116100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH HIGH ENGINE SPEED IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING. In rare circumstances after the engine is started with the Start-Stop button the engine speed may immediately increase to a high constant RPM (approximately 3000 rpm). Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-01	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. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-01	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. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-01	114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING SERVICE ACTION: BODY DOMAIN CONTROLLER REPLACEMENT. During vehicle production there is the possibility that the cavity preservation wax leaked from the body and dripped onto the Body Domain Controller (BDC) and its wiring harness connector. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-01	160000 STRUCTURE SERVICE ACTION: BODY DOMAIN CONTROLLER REPLACEMENT. During vehicle production there is the possibility that the cavity preservation wax leaked from the body and dripped onto the Body Domain Controller (BDC) and its wiring harness connector. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-06-01	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. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-06-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) ENGINE VIBRATIONS OR NOISE This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B11 01 19 dated February 2019. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING SERVICE ACTION: LOCK THE DME FAULT MEMORY (F39 F48). The fault memory lock in Digital Motor Electronics (DME) control unit was not activated. An activated lock would prevent the manual deletion of permanent fault codes. The DME fault memory Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-01	350000 EQUIPMENT SERVICE ACTION: LOCK THE DME FAULT MEMORY (F39 F48). The fault memory lock in Digital Motor Electronics (DME) control unit was not activated. An activated lock would prevent the manual deletion of permanent fault codes. The DME fault memory Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING FAULT 118002 – MIXTURE TOO RICH SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on with the following fault stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DME). In the situation being described the fault Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAULT 118002 – MIXTURE TOO RICH SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on with the following fault stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DME). In the situation being described the fault Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-07-01	173100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH Tailgate latch is squeaking: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B51 31 17 dated September 2017. The tailgate latch is squeaking when opening or closing the tailgate. The latch has become contaminated with dirt. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-06-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE HEAD UNIT NBT EVO (HU-H2) PROGRAMMING ABORT. During programming several aborts can occur in the head unit NBT EVO (HU-H2). Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BLUETOOTH CONNECTION IS LOST DURING A PHONE CALL. During an active call the call audio autonomously switches from the vehicle hands-free system to the phone. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-01	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY BLUETOOTH CONNECTION IS LOST DURING A PHONE CALL. During an active call the call audio autonomously switches from the vehicle hands-free system to the phone. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-07-01	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 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-07-01	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 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-07-01	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 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-01	136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-01	350000 EQUIPMENT The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-01	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-01	070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE B46O PZEV/SULEV ENGINE – FUEL TANK VENT (PURGE) VALVE: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120000 MILEAGE. The vehicle’s malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lights up. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-01	120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING B46O PZEV/SULEV ENGINE – FUEL TANK VENT (PURGE) VALVE: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120000 MILEAGE. The vehicle’s malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lights up. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-03-01	070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE B46O PZEV/SULEV ENGINE – FUEL TANK VENT (PURGE) VALVE: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120000 MILEAGE. The vehicle’s malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lights up. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-03-01	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL B46O PZEV/SULEV ENGINE – FUEL TANK VENT (PURGE) VALVE: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120000 MILEAGE. The vehicle’s malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) lights up. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-10-01	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 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-10-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM THE DISPLAY GOES BLACK, THE ENGINE CAN BE SWITCHED OFF ONLY VIA THE EMERGENCY-OFF.. * On board computer and navigation system goes black or resets. * The engine can only be switched off by pressing the START/STOP button three times (Emergen Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-12-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAULT B7F67E MAIN BOARD FAULT STORED. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-04-01	020000 SUSPENSION Cracking noise in the area of the front axle support / wishbone. Customer complains of cracking noise coming from the area of the front axle when driving over rough road surfaces, railroad crossings and speed bumps. CAUSE Wishbone rubber mo Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-02-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) ENGINE VIBRATIONS OR NOISE. One of the following complaints may be reported The engine runs erratically; The engine causes vibrations when running; Grinding noise from the engine compartment when engine is running. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-03-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM NBT and Entry Head Unit Software Update for Improved Satellite Radio Reception. Poor Satellite Radio reception CAUSE After this software update there is a slight improvement in Satellite Radio reception for these vehicles when receiving the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-03-01	353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. NBT and Entry Head Unit Software Update for Improved Satellite Radio Reception. Poor Satellite Radio reception CAUSE After this software update there is a slight improvement in Satellite Radio reception for these vehicles when receiving the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-09-01	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 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-03-01	353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES False Alarms of the Anti-Theft Alarm System. The alarm (DWA) siren continues to activate after locking vehicle An “unapproved” device is connected to the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) port of the vehicle. This keeps the Ethernet communicati B Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-03-01	357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER Water Ingress In Footwell Area From A/C Condensate Drain. Customer complains of musty odor or damp front footwell carpet. Improper drainage of water from A/C housing. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-01-01	010000 STEERING SERVICE ACTION: MECHANICAL STEERING COLUMN. The steering column adjustment gears may not have been aligned correctly Fault in the production of the steering column. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-03-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Engine will not Start (No Crank). The engine will not crank or the engine loses power while driving, followed by a no crank situation. There is no communication with the DME when diagnosing with ISTA (DME is yellow on control unit tree). In Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-05-01	185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL “Collision Warning Failed” or “Pedestrian Warning Failed” CCM Display. While driving, a Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed advising of the following: Front collision warning failed Pedestrian detection failed The following fault B660 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-05-01	263000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL “Collision Warning Failed” or “Pedestrian Warning Failed” CCM Display. While driving, a Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed advising of the following: Front collision warning failed Pedestrian detection failed The following fault B660 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-11-01	130000 VISIBILITY EXTERIOR MIRRORS GO TO RANDOM POSITION. Mirror(s) is (are) exhibiting one of two distinct behaviors: A. Passenger side mirror does not adjust itself out of the automatic parking function back into previous position when switching from rever Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-11-01	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. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-02-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SI B84 03 14 February 2016 Communication Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B84 03 14 dated October 2014. SUBJECT Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the followi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-02-01	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY SI B84 03 14 February 2016 Communication Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B84 03 14 dated October 2014. SUBJECT Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the followi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-06-01	350000 EQUIPMENT HeadUp Display does not Show Full Street Names. INFORMATION Design of the HUD has limited display area. (It can only show a certain number of text characters). NOTE: Parts replacement or programming the vehicle will not recitify the situati Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-06-01	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL HeadUp Display does not Show Full Street Names. INFORMATION Design of the HUD has limited display area. (It can only show a certain number of text characters). NOTE: Parts replacement or programming the vehicle will not recitify the situati Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-06-01	220000 SEATS Driver’s Seat will not Return to Saved Position. The driver’s seat adjustment does not return to the saved position after changing the driver profiles (Personal Profile). NOTE: the setting for both remote keys must be selected in vehicle s Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-05-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) KNOCKING NOISE FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. There is a knocking noise coming from the engine compartment or the engine shakes during: Engine start When driving off from a stop When applying brakes CAUSE Damage to the right side engine mount Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-05-01	100000 POWER TRAIN CREAKING NOISE WHEN CORNERING. A creaking noise is heard from the front end of the vehicle while cornering (predominantly left turns) under the following conditions: Driving In 1st or 2nd gear; While coasting or accelerating; with an outsid Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-05-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) ENGINE IDLE TOO HIGH AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE. Primarily when vehicle is at altitudes higher than 5000′ above sea level, and engine is at operating temperature, the idle is sporadically elevated (up to approx. 1200 rpm). MIL indicator is Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-09-01	350000 EQUIPMENT ?REMOTE KEY WILL NOT OPEN OR START VEHICLE. Remote key battery in service significantly less (under a year) than expected two-year life-span. Remote key will NOT: * Open/close vehicle door locks * Start engine (except when held directly a Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-02-01	010000 STEERING SUBJECT Steering Column Upper Joint Cover Trim Shows Creasing. Customer can see a crease in the upper steering column joint trim, especially when moved into the lower position. Tensioning of the upper steering column joint trim Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-02-01	350000 EQUIPMENT SUBJECT Steering Column Upper Joint Cover Trim Shows Creasing. Customer can see a crease in the upper steering column joint trim, especially when moved into the lower position. Tensioning of the upper steering column joint trim Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-02-01	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY SUBJECT Steering Column Upper Joint Cover Trim Shows Creasing. Customer can see a crease in the upper steering column joint trim, especially when moved into the lower position. Tensioning of the upper steering column joint trim Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-02-01	199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS SI B36 01 15 February 2016 Wheel and Tires Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 36 01 15 dated October 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Check Control Message: Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) Failur Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-02-01	350000 EQUIPMENT SI B36 01 15 February 2016 Wheel and Tires Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 36 01 15 dated October 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Check Control Message: Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) Failur Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-02-01	031000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES SUBJECT Brake Pedal Cover Falls Off. The brake pedal cover can come off of the brake pedal CAUSE The geometric shape of the brake pedal tread plate and pedal cover do not match exactly. This can cause the pedal cover to detach. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-02-01	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY SUBJECT Brake Pedal Cover Falls Off. The brake pedal cover can come off of the brake pedal CAUSE The geometric shape of the brake pedal tread plate and pedal cover do not match exactly. This can cause the pedal cover to detach. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-05-01	350000 EQUIPMENT Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection – Call is transferred back to the handset. In Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-05-01	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection – Call is transferred back to the handset. In Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-01-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ?Technical Service F48 WITH XDRIVE: FAULT MEMORY ENTRY 440317 IN LMV. Unfavorable software of the longitudinal torque distribution module (LMV). Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-01-01	140000 AIR BAGS AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT REMAINS ON AFTER SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT REPLACEMENT. The airbag indicator light illuminates after replacing the CIS (Capacitive Interior Sensing) mat. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-01-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT REMAINS ON AFTER SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT REPLACEMENT. The airbag indicator light illuminates after replacing the CIS (Capacitive Interior Sensing) mat. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-01-01	350000 EQUIPMENT INSUFFICENT AIR COMING FROM VENTS. Air quantity from vents does not chance with blower speed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-01-01	357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER INSUFFICENT AIR COMING FROM VENTS. Air quantity from vents does not chance with blower speed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-03-01	260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE ?SERVICE ACTION: SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM THE DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC) UNIT . When the collision warning system is active, the pre-pressurization of the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) (allowing maximum deceleration braking) is not wo Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-08-01	036500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR DSC “WHEEL SPEED SENSOR” FAULT CODES AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP- DIAGNOSTIC. 1. DSC’s fault codes stored from two different wheel speed sensors (both front or both rear): 4809B0 – wheel speed sensor – front left – drive off recogniti B Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-08-01	046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR DRIVING STABILIZATION CONTROL FAILURE: ABS/DSC INSTRUMENT LAMPS LIT. ABS/DSC lamps lit in instrument cluster. Fault codes may be saved in the DSC control unit: 480AAD – wheel speed sensor – rear left – smoke monitoring 480AAC – wheel speed Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-08-01	200000 WHEELS DRIVING STABILIZATION CONTROL FAILURE: ABS/DSC INSTRUMENT LAMPS LIT. ABS/DSC lamps lit in instrument cluster. Fault codes may be saved in the DSC control unit: 480AAD – wheel speed sensor – rear left – smoke monitoring 480AAC – wheel speed Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-08-01	250000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL DRIVING STABILIZATION CONTROL FAILURE: ABS/DSC INSTRUMENT LAMPS LIT. ABS/DSC lamps lit in instrument cluster. Fault codes may be saved in the DSC control unit: 480AAD – wheel speed sensor – rear left – smoke monitoring 480AAC – wheel speed Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-08-01	036500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR DRIVING STABILIZATION CONTROL FAILURE: ABS/DSC INSTRUMENT LAMPS LIT. ABS/DSC lamps lit in instrument cluster. Fault codes may be saved in the DSC control unit: 480AAD – wheel speed sensor – rear left – smoke monitoring 480AAC – wheel speed Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-08-01	280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION DRIVING STABILIZATION CONTROL FAILURE: ABS/DSC INSTRUMENT LAMPS LIT. ABS/DSC lamps lit in instrument cluster. Fault codes may be saved in the DSC control unit: 480AAD – wheel speed sensor – rear left – smoke monitoring 480AAC – wheel speed Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-02-01	140000 AIR BAGS AIR BAG WARNING LAMP, CC MESSAGE ‘RESTRAINT SYSTEM’ . Air bag Warning indicator sporadically illuminates for short intervals when occupants are exiting the front of the vehicle. Check Control messages may be displayed as follows: “Restrai Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-03-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING ?MIL IS ON WITH FAULT CF0486 STORED IN THE EGS MODULE . The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on. The following fault is stored in the AISIN EGS module: CF0486: EGS,PT-CAN2: Line fault/electrical fault It is possible the following Check Co Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-03-01	100000 POWER TRAIN ?MIL IS ON WITH FAULT CF0486 STORED IN THE EGS MODULE . The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on. The following fault is stored in the AISIN EGS module: CF0486: EGS,PT-CAN2: Line fault/electrical fault It is possible the following Check Co Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-08-01	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. The ConnectedDrive Services are non-functional after a hardware exchange of the telematics control unit. This is not indicated by CC-message. ConnectedDrive Services not synchronized by Te Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-08-01	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. The ConnectedDrive Services are non-functional after a hardware exchange of the telematics control unit. This is not indicated by CC-message. ConnectedDrive Services not synchronized by Te Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-08-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE THE CLOCK IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LOSES TIME. The time displayed in the instrument cluster (KOMBI) may lose a few minutes each week and the clock needs to be adjusted periodically. Software in the instrument cluster. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-08-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM INFORMATION ON THE OPERATION OF THE SMART OPENER. INFORMATION ON THE OPERATION OF THE SMART OPENER MODEL F07 (5 Series Gran Turismo) F10 (5 Series) F12 (6 Series Convertible) F13 (6 Series Coupe) F15 (X5) F16 (X6) F22 (2 Series Coupe) F23 ( Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-03-01	353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. ?SATELLITE RADIO DETERIORATION IN RECEPTION QUALITY DUE TO NEW CELLULAR FREQUENCIES . INFORMATION Inform the customer that the introduction of these expanded frequencies by the wireless mobile providers may be influencing reception qualit Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-03-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ?Instrument Cluster Failure at Low Ambient Temperature. Sporadically, at low temperatures, the instrument cluster (KOMBI) is not operating (display remains black). KOMBI software. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-05-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-05-01	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-05-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-07-01	210000 TRAILER HITCHES THE SMART OPENING/CLOSING TAILGATE FUNCTION IS INOPERATIVE. Vehicles with comfort access and without rear trailer tow hitch; the contactless tailgate smart opening/closing function using foot motion is INOPERATIVE. The heat insulation on t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-07-01	350000 EQUIPMENT Delivery Stop – Replace Front Auxiliary Dampers (Strut Bumper Stop) This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 31 03 16 dated May 2016.. The coil spring can be damaged if the auxiliary damper has a defect. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-08-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ERRONEOUS SERVICE INCLUSIVE CBS DISPLAY. After pre-delivery check or after instrument cluster exchange, BMW Service Inclusive is displayed although the vehicle does not feature the optional Service Inclusive coverage. Instrument Cluster dis Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-11-01	010000 STEERING EPS INTERMITTENT ASSIST FAILURE, FC 4823FA. The steering assistance fails after several, consecutive parking maneuvers or sustained hold at the end stop. EPS assistance starts functioning again after a few minutes. And, Fault code 4823FA ( Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-09-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MIL LIGHT WITH DME FAULTS 1B2002 AND 1F1A51 STORED. Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on. Both of the following fault codes are stored in Digital Motor Electronics (DME) memory: 1B2002: “EWS protection against tampering: no starting valu Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-09-01	130000 VISIBILITY EXTERIOR MIRRORS GO TO RANDOM POSITION. Mirror(s) is (are) exhibiting one of two distinct behaviors: A. Passenger side mirror does not adjust itself out of the automatic parking function back into previous position when switching from rever Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-12-01	130000 VISIBILITY EXTERIOR MIRRORS GO TO RANDOM POSITION This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B51 29 16 dated September 2016.. Mirror(s) is (are) exhibiting one of two distinct behaviors: A. Passenger side mirror does not adjust itself out of the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-01	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL Bluetooth Connection Failures: There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones: Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-01	111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY REMOTE KEY WILL NOT OPEN OR START VEHICLE: Remote key battery in service significantly less (under a year) than expected two-year life-span. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-01-01	162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-10-01	030000 BRAKES (PWS) KAFAS CAMERA-BASED ASSISTANCE SYSTEM LIMITS. INFORMATION The situations described above may all be caused by known limitations of the system such as: Dirty windshield Incomplete calibration process Unsuccessful calibration Restricted visibi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-10-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) KAFAS CAMERA-BASED ASSISTANCE SYSTEM LIMITS. INFORMATION The situations described above may all be caused by known limitations of the system such as: Dirty windshield Incomplete calibration process Unsuccessful calibration Restricted visibi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-10-01	275500 LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: OTHER KAFAS CAMERA-BASED ASSISTANCE SYSTEM LIMITS. INFORMATION The situations described above may all be caused by known limitations of the system such as: Dirty windshield Incomplete calibration process Unsuccessful calibration Restricted visibi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-10-01	350000 EQUIPMENT ?AUDIO VOLUME NOT RESTORED AFTER MSA STOP, ENTRY HEAD UNIT. Volume of audio system (when set to near maximum) is reduced when Auto Start-Stop (MSA) stop occurs and is not restored upon automatic engine restart. This is normal system behavio Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-10-01	353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. ?AUDIO VOLUME NOT RESTORED AFTER MSA STOP, ENTRY HEAD UNIT. Volume of audio system (when set to near maximum) is reduced when Auto Start-Stop (MSA) stop occurs and is not restored upon automatic engine restart. This is normal system behavio Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-10-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE ?AUDIO VOLUME NOT RESTORED AFTER MSA STOP, ENTRY HEAD UNIT. Volume of audio system (when set to near maximum) is reduced when Auto Start-Stop (MSA) stop occurs and is not restored upon automatic engine restart. This is normal system behavio Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-10-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM RATTLE/BUZZ IN SUNSHADE. There is a rattle or buzz originating from the vicinity sunshade/ hands-free microphone, usually while driving on a rough surface. CAUSE Uncovered microphone plug vibrates against components behind headliner. Cover Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-10-01	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY RATTLE/BUZZ IN SUNSHADE. There is a rattle or buzz originating from the vicinity sunshade/ hands-free microphone, usually while driving on a rough surface. CAUSE Uncovered microphone plug vibrates against components behind headliner. Cover Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-10-01	130000 VISIBILITY REVERSE LIGHT SHINES INTO PASSENGER CABIN. Reverse light shines into passenger cabin at the rear window and glares into driver’s eyes from interior rearview mirror. Deletion of light cover. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-08-01	350000 EQUIPMENT BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID’s. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-08-01	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID’s. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2016-08-01	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID’s. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-06-01	350000 EQUIPMENT ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B84 02 14 dated July 2014 What’s New: Model – Removed models which no longer support BMW Assist functionality and added new models. Proce Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-04-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TIME DISPLAY (CLOCK) ERROR IN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. The clock on the basic instrument cluster (KOMBI) gradually loses time even after being reset. Power supply fluctuations cause the time to reset. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-04-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING ?”ENGINE OIL PRESSURE” ON LOW MILEAGE CARS. Check Control Message (CCM-212) states: “Engine Oil Pressure. Stop Carefully” The following codes may be stored in the DME fault memory” 1C2002 – Engine oil pump, pressure too low 1FB801 – CCM (ID Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-04-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE ?SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS (DME). Due to an error in the OBD diagnostics of the DME software, a marginal catalytic convertor or post catalyst oxygen sensor may not be detected as faulty. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-04-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING ?THE ENGINE WILL NOT START AND THE DME IS NOT RESPONDING. The engine does not crank or start and various Check control messages may be displayed. When performing diagnosis with ISTA Next the DME is not responding. Fault: S 0392 – No communi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-04-01	350000 EQUIPMENT LIST OF AVAILABLE FM RADIO STATIONS TEMPORARILY NOT AVAILABLE. INFORMATION As of 11/2015, all Entry-NAV/Media head units supplied in new vehicles were upgraded for improved noise characteristics and quality. As a part of this upgrade, the Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-06-01	162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS RATTLE NOISE FROM FRONT OF PANORAMIC ROOF WHILE DRIVING OVER ROUGH ROADS: While driving over rough roads, a rattle noise may develop from the front corner areas of the panoramic sunroof. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-06-01	220000 SEATS MEMORY SEAT ADJUSTMENT IS LIMITED: After programming the vehicle with ISTA 4.10.2x, the adjustment range of the memory seat may restricted. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-07-01	350000 EQUIPMENT CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-07-01	173100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH DEACTIVATION OF CONTACTLESS TAILGATE OPENING AND CLOSING: Customer desires to have contactless tailgate opening and closing (Smart Opener) deactivated. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-02-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ?SeriesOptionDescription F22, F23, F30, F31, F32, F33, F34, F36, F25, F26, F48, 05AR Traffic Jam AssistantX. Sporadically, at low temperatures, the instrument cluster (KOMBI) is not operating (display remains black). KOMBI software. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-07-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING THE DISPLAY GOES BLACK, VEHICLE DOESNT START AGAIN AFTER SWITCHING THE ENGINE OFF.: On board computer and navigation system goes black or resets. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-06-01	350000 EQUIPMENT COMPONENT PROTECTION ACTIVE. HEAD UNITS CANNOT BE SWAPPED BETWEEN VEHICLES FOR TESTING.: If either the head unit (NBT-EVO or ENTRY-NAV-EVO) or the Body Domain Controller (BDC) are swapped into a different vehicle they will cause the head un Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-02-01	020000 SUSPENSION ?FRONT SUSPENSION RIDE HEIGHT HAS DROPPED . INFORMATION Please refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC), using the VIN to locate the part numbers. WARRANTY INFORMATION Damages due to outside influences are not covered under the terms of Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-07-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING BUZZING NOISE FROM VALVETRONIC MOTOR BEFORE OR AFTER ENGINE OPERATION: Buzzing noise may be heard from the Valvetronic motor when the vehicle is unlocked, before the engine is started, or after the engine is turned off. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-07-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) BUZZING NOISE FROM VALVETRONIC MOTOR BEFORE OR AFTER ENGINE OPERATION: Buzzing noise may be heard from the Valvetronic motor when the vehicle is unlocked, before the engine is started, or after the engine is turned off. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-06-01	353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) NAVIGATION SYSTEM: REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance: Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-03-01	353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES CONNECTEDDRIVE-REMOTE SERVICES DO NOT FUNCTION: Remote Services (such as locking and unlocking the car, vehicle location by honking the horn, flashing the lights or on the map in the BMW Connected App) do not function after vehicle has been Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-03-01	118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE ROUGH RUNNING AND VARIOUS VANOS FAULTS STORED: The check engine light is illuminated and the vehicle may run rough at idle and while driving. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-03-01	353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) HEADUNIT NAVIGATION MAPS (HU-H HU-H2 HU-B): The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (7/2012+). Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-03-01	121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE VISIBLE INTERNAL MOISTURE/CONDENSATION: Water on the inside (A) or misting (B) of both headlight lenses that is visible from outside. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-03-01	120000 LIGHTING (PWS) HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE VISIBLE INTERNAL MOISTURE/CONDENSATION: Water on the inside (A) or misting (B) of both headlight lenses that is visible from outside. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-03-01	220000 SEATS EXPOSED FOAM IS VISIBLE UNDER THE FRONT SEAT: Exposed foam is visible under the optional front sport seat or in rear footwell as shown in the picture. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-03-01	350000 EQUIPMENT EXPOSED FOAM IS VISIBLE UNDER THE FRONT SEAT: Exposed foam is visible under the optional front sport seat or in rear footwell as shown in the picture. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-03-01	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY EXPOSED FOAM IS VISIBLE UNDER THE FRONT SEAT: Exposed foam is visible under the optional front sport seat or in rear footwell as shown in the picture. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-03-01	173100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-03-01	175200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-03-01	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL CONTACTLESS TAILGATE (SMART OPENER) IS TOO SENSITIVE: When the remote is located in the range of the Smart Opener operation may be the contactless tailgate (Smart Opener) opens / close unintentionally from objects in the vicinity of the rea Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-05-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-12-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TAILGATE CLOSING AUDIBLE WARNING IS DISTORTED: Audible warning, that tailgate is being closed, is inconsistent or distorted. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2017-12-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING FAULT 118002 – MIXTURE TOO RICH SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES: The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on with the following fault stored in the DME. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-04-01	350000 EQUIPMENT IPHONE: CALL LIST MISSING AFTER RESTART: The call list from iPhone 8 or iPhone X, that is displayed, is missing after cycling the ignition. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-04-01	353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL IPHONE: CALL LIST MISSING AFTER RESTART: The call list from iPhone 8 or iPhone X, that is displayed, is missing after cycling the ignition. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-04-01	117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY IMPLAUSIBLE: In the Instrument Cluster (Kombi) display you may observe an implausible outside temperature reading. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-04-01	110100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN HORN VIBRATES WHEN BEING USED: When the horn is being used, it vibrates and causes a buzzing/droning noise Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-04-01	350000 EQUIPMENT HORN VIBRATES WHEN BEING USED: When the horn is being used, it vibrates and causes a buzzing/droning noise Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-04-01	162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE HUMMING NOISE DURING SMOOTH ACCELERATION: A humming, vibration noise is heard during smooth acceleration to 2000 rpm. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-04-01	060000 ENGINE (PWS) HUMMING NOISE DURING SMOOTH ACCELERATION: A humming, vibration noise is heard during smooth acceleration to 2000 rpm. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-04-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING DME FAULT CODE 1B8004 ENVIRONMENTAL AIR CATALYST (EAC) SENSOR: During a service or vehicle test, the DME has the following fault code stored but the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) light is not illuminated: Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-02-01	060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING BUZZING NOISE FROM VALVETRONIC MOTOR BEFORE: Buzzing noise may be heard from the Valvetronic motor when the vehicle is unlocked, before the engine is started, or after the engine is turned off. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-02-01	117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL FUEL GAUGE ERRONEOUS DISPLAY: Vehicle runs out of fuel but the instrument cluster still displays fuel remaining in the tank. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-02-01	353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. BMW APPS RANDOMLY STARTS PLAYING ON ITS OWN: While listening to FM, or AM, or Satellite Radio (SDARs), the audio source randomly switches to BMW Apps (Pandora, Spotify, Audible etc.) with no input from driver or passenger. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-02-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HEAD UNIT HIGH RESETS WITH CONNECTION OF IPHONE 8, IPHONE 8+ OR IPHONE X Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-02-01	070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE CONTACTLESS TAILGATE (SMART OPENER) IS TOO SENSITIVE: When the remote is located in the range of the Smart Opener operation may be the contactless tailgate (Smart Opener) opens / close unintentionally from objects in the vicinity of the rea Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-10-01	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sporadic Check Control Messages of the Driver Assistance System. Sporadically, a CCM (Check Control Message) is displayed advising that the Camera-based Driver Assistant system has failed. This is due to the vehicle interior reaching very h Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-10-01	121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS The LED headlight output is reduced due to insufficient cooling. The reduced light output falls short of the minimum high-beam power required by law. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-06-01	102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION ON THE TRANSMISSION SIDE, THERE IS A TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK AROUND THE OIL COOLER LINES. *MA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2015-06-01	103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ON THE TRANSMISSION SIDE, THERE IS A TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK AROUND THE OIL COOLER LINES. *MA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

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