2018 BMW M4

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

1 Recalls for 2018 BMW M4

Recall Date Component Summary
2017-08-16 SEAT BELTS:FRONT

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, and M4 convertible vehicles. The Emergency Locking Retractors (ELR) within the front seat belt assemblies may have been produced with incompatible vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism housings.

Remedy:

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary replace, the front seat belt assemblies, free of charge. The recall began October 13, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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0 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2018 BMW M4

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2019-12-18 ENGINE
ODI Number: 11289963
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Manufacturers tell dealers about repairs for on your car. But they won’t tell you – unless you know to ask. Knowledge is power.

176 Service Alerts for 2018 BMW M4

Date Description
2022-05-01 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. The Headunit High 2 (HU-H2), also called N

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2022-02-01 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

The quick disconnect coupling on the cylinder head coolant vent line could break at the cylinder head. This would lead to loss of coolant from the engine.

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2022-02-01 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

The quick disconnect coupling on the cylinder head coolant vent line could break at the cylinder head. This would lead to loss of coolant from the engine.

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2022-02-01 010000 STEERING

Cracking noises heard from the area of the front axle when rotating the steering while stationary or at low speed.

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2022-04-01 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Component and Issue Specific Limited Emission Warranty Extension. This component-specific limited emission warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship.

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2021-09-01 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. The Headunit High 2 (HU-H2), also called N

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2021-11-01 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes.

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2020-12-01 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

?A/C COOLING INTERMITTENT REDUCTION OF AIR FLOW: Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes. The evaporator starts to freeze up.

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2020-12-01 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

?A/C COOLING INTERMITTENT REDUCTION OF AIR FLOW: Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes. The evaporator starts to freeze up.

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2021-09-01 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Inform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and M Carbon Ceramic (optional) brakes are high-performance brake systems which are designed for sporty, dynamic driving styles. As a side effect of the high

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2021-09-01 106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

A turbine-like noise can be heard from the rear axle while deceleration during the first 300 miles of operationwhen braking from low speed.

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2021-09-01 010000 STEERING

Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the vehicle,when turning the steering wheel.

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2021-09-01 175100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH

The trunk lid/hatch does not open fully when unlatched with remote or hands-free operation.

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2021-07-01 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Inform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and M Carbon Ceramic (optional) brakes are high-performance brake systems which are designed for sporty, dynamic driving styles. As a side effect of the hig

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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

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2021-05-01 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

TELEMATICS UNIT RETROFIT TO 4G CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY: The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022

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2021-06-01 161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

Water sloshing noises coming from the rear passenger compartment (left or right) while driving Water ingress in the luggage compartment, or in the rear passenger compartment- rear seat bench rear passenger compartment foot well rear passeng

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2021-06-01 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

Water sloshing noises coming from the rear passenger compartment (left or right) while driving Water ingress in the luggage compartment, or in the rear passenger compartment- rear seat bench rear passenger compartment foot well rear passeng

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2021-06-01 220000 SEATS

Water sloshing noises coming from the rear passenger compartment (left or right) while driving Water ingress in the luggage compartment, or in the rear passenger compartment- rear seat bench rear passenger compartment foot well rear passeng

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2021-06-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022. The decision to phase out 3G network technology wa

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2021-06-01 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022. The decision to phase out 3G network technology wa

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2021-06-01 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022. The decision to phase out 3G network technology wa

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2021-06-01 346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022. The decision to phase out 3G network technology wa

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2021-04-01 045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC

Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degree

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2021-04-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degree

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2021-04-01 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degree

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2021-04-01 011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degree

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2021-04-01 045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC

Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degree

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2020-12-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

?A/C COOLING INTERMITTENT REDUCTION OF AIR FLOW: Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes. The evaporator starts to freeze up.

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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.

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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.

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2020-11-01 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

PAINT ON THE B-PILLAR IS SCRATCHED/DAMAGED: The paint finish of the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal.

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2020-11-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

PAINT ON THE B-PILLAR IS SCRATCHED/DAMAGED: The paint finish of the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal.

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2020-11-01 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

PAINT ON THE B-PILLAR IS SCRATCHED/DAMAGED: The paint finish of the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal.

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2020-11-01 020000 SUSPENSION

TICKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE WHEN CORNERING: The customer may complain of a metallic ticking noise from the front axle, when cornering, maneuvering, parking or pulling away from a parking space.

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2020-11-01 203000 WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS

TICKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE WHEN CORNERING: The customer may complain of a metallic ticking noise from the front axle, when cornering, maneuvering, parking or pulling away from a parking space.

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2020-11-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

TICKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE WHEN CORNERING: The customer may complain of a metallic ticking noise from the front axle, when cornering, maneuvering, parking or pulling away from a parking space.

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2020-11-01 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

TICKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE WHEN CORNERING: The customer may complain of a metallic ticking noise from the front axle, when cornering, maneuvering, parking or pulling away from a parking space.

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2020-12-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

?A/C COOLING INTERMITTENT REDUCTION OF AIR FLOW: Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes. The evaporator starts to freeze up.

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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!

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2020-08-01 020000 SUSPENSION

CRACKING NOISES FROM THE FRONTAXLE AREA WHILE TURNING THE WHEELS, WHEN STATION: Cracking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or when turning the steering wheel while statio

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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2019-11-01 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR CUSTOMER DISCUSSIONS REGARDING MOTORSPORT VEHICLE BRAKES: INFORMATION Inform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and M Carbon Ceramic (optional) brakes are high-performance bra

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2019-11-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR CUSTOMER DISCUSSIONS REGARDING MOTORSPORT VEHICLE BRAKES: INFORMATION Inform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and M Carbon Ceramic (optional) brakes are high-performance bra

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2019-11-01 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR CUSTOMER DISCUSSIONS REGARDING MOTORSPORT VEHICLE BRAKES: INFORMATION Inform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and M Carbon Ceramic (optional) brakes are high-performance bra

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2019-11-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

NBT EVO CHANGES BETWEEN SELECTIONS BY ITSELF WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT- GHOST BEHAVIOR: The Central Information Display (CID) changes between selections (“ghost behavior”) and sounds an audio tone without the CID Screen being touched. The audio

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2019-11-01 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

NBT EVO CHANGES BETWEEN SELECTIONS BY ITSELF WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT- GHOST BEHAVIOR: The Central Information Display (CID) changes between selections (“ghost behavior”) and sounds an audio tone without the CID Screen being touched. The audio

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2019-11-01 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

NBT EVO CHANGES BETWEEN SELECTIONS BY ITSELF WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT- GHOST BEHAVIOR: The Central Information Display (CID) changes between selections (“ghost behavior”) and sounds an audio tone without the CID Screen being touched. The audio

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2019-11-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

AUDIO PLAYBACK NOT POSSIBLE: No audio heard inside the vehicle. Failure of the audio amplifier due to water ingress in the luggage compartment.

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2019-11-01 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

AUDIO PLAYBACK NOT POSSIBLE: No audio heard inside the vehicle. Failure of the audio amplifier due to water ingress in the luggage compartment.

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2019-11-01 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

AUDIO PLAYBACK NOT POSSIBLE: No audio heard inside the vehicle. Failure of the audio amplifier due to water ingress in the luggage compartment.

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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

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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

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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

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2020-01-01 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SOS MALFUNCTION DISPLAYED This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B84 04 16 dated September 2016. One or all the following may be experienced in the vehicle: An SOS malfunction is seen in the Kombi (aka instrument cluster

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2020-01-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

SOS MALFUNCTION DISPLAYED This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B84 04 16 dated September 2016. One or all the following may be experienced in the vehicle: An SOS malfunction is seen in the Kombi (aka instrument cluster

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2019-12-01 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR CUSTOMER DISCUSSIONS REGARDING MOTORSPORT VEHICLE BRAKES: Note for customer deleted: If the noise does not disappear despite the attempts to regenerate the brake a repair is required.

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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

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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.

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2019-08-01 063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

CRANKCASE BEDPLATE DELIVERY STOP: CRANKCASE BEDPLATE. INFORMATION Reimbursement for this Delivery Stop/Repair Action will be via normal claim entry.

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2019-08-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

CRANKCASE BEDPLATE DELIVERY STOP: CRANKCASE BEDPLATE. INFORMATION Reimbursement for this Delivery Stop/Repair Action will be via normal claim entry.

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2019-08-01 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

A/C COOLING: INTERMITTENT REDUCTION OF AIR FLOW This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 9) supersedes SI B64 06 13 dated June 2017. Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended t

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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2019-03-01 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NBT EVO CHANGES BETWEEN SELECTIONS BY ITSELF WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT- GHOST BEHAVIOR. The Central Information Display (CID) changes between selections (ghost behavior) and sounds an audio tone without the CID Screen being touched.

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2019-03-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

NBT EVO CHANGES BETWEEN SELECTIONS BY ITSELF WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT- GHOST BEHAVIOR. The Central Information Display (CID) changes between selections (ghost behavior) and sounds an audio tone without the CID Screen being touched.

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2019-03-01 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

NBT EVO CHANGES BETWEEN SELECTIONS BY ITSELF WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT- GHOST BEHAVIOR. The Central Information Display (CID) changes between selections (ghost behavior) and sounds an audio tone without the CID Screen being touched.

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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.

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2019-06-01 160000 STRUCTURE

RETRACTABLE HARDTOP STATUS REQUEST SUPPLEMENT. This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B54 09 07 dated September 2018.

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2019-06-01 220000 SEATS

CRACKING NOISE FROM SEAT BACKREST. Groaning/Cracking noises are heard from the front seat backrest when the vehicle is cornering.

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2019-07-01 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

DELIVERY STOP: CRANKCASE BEDPLATE. On affected vehicles the crankcase bedplate may not have been installed correctly.

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2019-07-01 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

LOSHING NOISES/WATER IN REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT: This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B51 33 16 dated August 2016.

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2019-07-01 222000 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

LOSHING NOISES/WATER IN REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT: This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B51 33 16 dated August 2016.

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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).

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2019-05-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

TELEMATICS CONTROL UNIT ACTIVATION VIA DCSNET FOR BMW ASSIST.

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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

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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

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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

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2019-06-01 140000 AIR BAGS

Due to an issue during supplier production the driver and/or passenger knee air bags could become damaged during deployment.

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2019-06-01 136100 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING

Service Information June 2019 General Electrical Systems B61 08 19 Technical Service WINDSHIELD WIPERS SWITCH ON BY THEMSELVES. The windshield wipers switch on by themselves and can no longer be switched off despite activation of the switch

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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2016-04-01 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Instrument Cluster Resets during Active Navigation. The instrument cluster (MID KOMBI) fails sporadically (all gauges falling briefly to zero, flashing of all indicator lights) and resets. Reset occurs during active route guidance and predi

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2018-10-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

REPLACE UNDER HOOD EMISSIONS LABEL This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B71 03 18 dated September 2017 What’s New: ? The delivery stop has changed to a service action ? Label location picture updated. A service action has been issu

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2018-10-01 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

REPLACE UNDER HOOD EMISSIONS LABEL This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B71 03 18 dated September 2017 What’s New: ? The delivery stop has changed to a service action ? Label location picture updated. A service action has been issu

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2018-09-01 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

?BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID’s (Integrated Circuit Card Identifier).

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2018-02-01 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

SERVICE ACTION REPLACE UNDER HOOD EMISSIONS LABEL. A service action has been issued (effective September 10; 2018) on Model Year 2019 BMW M4 Coupe vehicles that have been produced from July 3-31; 2018. The affected vehicles were equipped wi

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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

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2019-01-01 023000 SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE

DRONING NOISE FROM THE REAR AXLE. A humming/droning noise is heard with vibration during partial to full engine load in higher gears. The tuning of the rear suspension mount for the differential.

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2019-01-01 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

DRONING NOISE FROM THE REAR AXLE. A humming/droning noise is heard with vibration during partial to full engine load in higher gears. The tuning of the rear suspension mount for the differential.

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2016-05-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

“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

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2016-05-01 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

SI B51 23 15 Body Equipment May 2016 Technical Service The Driver’s Side Front/Rear Door Can No Longer Be Opened from the Outside This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B51 23 15 dated September 2015.. A driver’s-side door cannot

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2016-05-01 171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

SI B51 23 15 Body Equipment May 2016 Technical Service The Driver’s Side Front/Rear Door Can No Longer Be Opened from the Outside This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B51 23 15 dated September 2015.. A driver’s-side door cannot

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2016-05-01 130000 VISIBILITY

Passenger Side Mirror Dimming Feature Operational Change. INFORMATION The automatically dimming exterior mirror function on the passenger’s side has been deleted from the Option Code 430 as noted above. The automatic dimming function will c

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2016-05-01 135000 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

Passenger Side Mirror Dimming Feature Operational Change. INFORMATION The automatically dimming exterior mirror function on the passenger’s side has been deleted from the Option Code 430 as noted above. The automatic dimming function will c

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2016-05-01 135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

Passenger Side Mirror Dimming Feature Operational Change. INFORMATION The automatically dimming exterior mirror function on the passenger’s side has been deleted from the Option Code 430 as noted above. The automatic dimming function will c

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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.

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2018-11-01 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Carbon Ceramic Brake Noise. INFORMATION “M” vehicles are designed for high-performance, spirited driving. To accommodate this type of driving profile, a braking system which exceeds the standards for handling heavy brake forces, extreme
B3

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2018-11-01 020000 SUSPENSION

KNOCKING NOISE OR VIBRATION/DRONING NOISE FROM THE REAR AXLE. 1 A hard knocking noise is heard from the rear axle area during load reversals. 2 A humming/droning noise is heard with vibration during partial to full engine load in higher gea

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2018-11-01 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

WATER INJECTION SYSTEM WATER LEVEL TOO LOW. Check Control (CC) Message Water level too low, engine performance only available to a limited degree is displayed. A fault may be stored in the DME control unit: 0x124015 – Water injection system

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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

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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

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2016-01-01 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Whistling Noise Coming from the Center Vent – A/C is Off . A very high pitched whistling or beeping noise is heard coming from the center vents. The flow of refrigerant through the expansion valve at certain temperature differentials.

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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

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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

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2016-01-01 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Vehicles which have had the Instrument Cluster (KOMBI) replaced may display incorrect CBS (Condition Based Service) data after programming. AFFECTED VEHICLES Vehicles which require this Service Action to be completed will show it as “Open

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2018-09-01 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

?RETRACTABLE HARDTOP STATUS REQUEST SUPPLEMENT. INFORMATION Documents have been developed showing the known correct statuses for all hall sensors and micro switches used to operate the retractable hard top (RHT). This document is intended t

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2018-09-01 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

?RETRACTABLE HARDTOP STATUS REQUEST SUPPLEMENT. INFORMATION Documents have been developed showing the known correct statuses for all hall sensors and micro switches used to operate the retractable hard top (RHT). This document is intended t

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2018-09-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

?RETRACTABLE HARDTOP STATUS REQUEST SUPPLEMENT. INFORMATION Documents have been developed showing the known correct statuses for all hall sensors and micro switches used to operate the retractable hard top (RHT). This document is intended t

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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

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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

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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

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2016-02-01 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

SI B13 03 15 February 2016 Fuel Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B13 03 15 dated March 2015 and replaces SI B13 04 13 dated March 2014. SUBJECT N20, N26, N55, N63TU, S63TU and S55 Engines: Bosch Inje

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2016-02-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

SI B13 03 15 February 2016 Fuel Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B13 03 15 dated March 2015 and replaces SI B13 04 13 dated March 2014. SUBJECT N20, N26, N55, N63TU, S63TU and S55 Engines: Bosch Inje

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2019-01-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

GROANING NOISE FROM THE CENTER CONSOLE.

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2019-01-01 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

GROANING NOISE FROM THE CENTER CONSOLE.

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2019-01-01 022000 SUSPENSION:REAR

KNOCKING NOISE OR VIBRATION/DRONING NOISE FROM THE REAR AXLE. A hard knocking noise is heard from the rear axle area during load reversals. The tuning of the rear suspension mount for the differential.

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2019-01-01 106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

KNOCKING NOISE OR VIBRATION/DRONING NOISE FROM THE REAR AXLE. A hard knocking noise is heard from the rear axle area during load reversals. The tuning of the rear suspension mount for the differential.

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2019-01-01 200000 WHEELS

KNOCKING NOISE OR VIBRATION/DRONING NOISE FROM THE REAR AXLE. A hard knocking noise is heard from the rear axle area during load reversals. The tuning of the rear suspension mount for the differential.

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2018-05-01 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when:

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2018-05-01 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when:

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2018-05-01 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional.

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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.

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2018-05-01 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional.

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2016-12-01 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Grinding Noise from Rear Brakes. Pebbles, road grit, or other foreign materials can get caught in between the brake protection (backing) plate and the brake disc(s), this may cause a disturbing noise in the rear axle area while driving.

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2018-05-01 160000 STRUCTURE

RETRACTABLE HARDTOP STATUS REQUEST SUPPLEMENT

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2018-05-01 161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

RETRACTABLE HARDTOP STATUS REQUEST SUPPLEMENT

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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.

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2018-01-01 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

NO AUDIO PLAYBACK AFTER REPLACING THE HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 (HU-H2): After replacing the Head Unit High (HU-H2) and performing ISTA4 programming, there is no audio playback.

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2018-01-01 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

NO AUDIO PLAYBACK AFTER REPLACING THE HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 (HU-H2): After replacing the Head Unit High (HU-H2) and performing ISTA4 programming, there is no audio playback.

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2018-01-01 010000 STEERING

CRACKING NOISES FROM THE FRONT AXLE AREA WHILE TURNING THE WHEELS, WHEN STATIONARY OR PARKING: Cracking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or when turning the steering whe

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2018-01-01 106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

CRACKING NOISES FROM THE FRONT AXLE AREA WHILE TURNING THE WHEELS, WHEN STATIONARY OR PARKING: Cracking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or when turning the steering whe

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2018-01-01 162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE

TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.

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2017-06-01 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

A/C Cooling: Intermittent Reduction of Air Flow What is new The date in repair procedure and warranty section has been changed for vehicles produced to September 30, 2013 and from October 1, 2013.. Customer may complain of reduced air flow

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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

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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.

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2018-07-01 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles:

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2018-07-01 106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

CRACKING NOISE FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE WHILE TURNING OR PARKING: Cracking noises heard from the area of the front axle when rotating the steering while stationary or at low speed.

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2018-07-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

PHONE CONTACTS: HEADUNIT BASIC 2 SORTING ORDER: Improper sorting of phone contacts, in the on-board computer or in the Central Information Display (CID), upon connecting to the vehicle:

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2018-07-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative.

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2018-07-01 010000 STEERING

STEERING WHEEL BUTTONS DO NOT FUNCTION RELIABLY: Sporadic or continuous malfunction of multifunction steering wheel buttons

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2018-07-01 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

AFTER EXCHANGING THE FRONT ELECTRONIC MODULE (FEM), PROGRAMMING / ENCODING IS NOT POSSIBLE: After replacing the Front Electronic Module (FEM) for an applicable repair, programming / encoding is not possible.

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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

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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:

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2018-03-01 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

HVAC BLOWER NOT WORKING: HVAC blower is not working.

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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.

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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.

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2018-03-01 173100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH

TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.

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2018-03-01 175200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK

TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.

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2018-03-01 010000 STEERING

CRACKING NOISE FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE WHILE TURNING OR PARKING: Cracking noises heard from the area of the front axle when rotating the steering while stationary or at low speed. Refer to the linked video https://tinyurl.com/y9lddolz

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2018-03-01 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

BLUETOOTH AND USB AUDIO PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS MISSING – IPHONE: Playlists, song titles, etc. from iPhone do not display on Head Unit Basic 2.

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2018-04-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when:

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2018-04-01 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when:

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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.

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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.

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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.

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2018-04-01 021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT

TICKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE WHEN CORNERING: The customer may complain of a metallic ticking noise from the front axle when cornering, maneuvering, parking or pulling away from a parking space.

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2018-04-01 021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING

TICKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE WHEN CORNERING: The customer may complain of a metallic ticking noise from the front axle when cornering, maneuvering, parking or pulling away from a parking space.

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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.

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2018-02-01 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

WATER INJECTION SYSTEM WATER LEVEL TOO LOW: Check Control (CC) Message Water level too low, engine performance only available to a limited degree is displayed.

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2018-02-01 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

NOISES FROM THE C-PILLAR AREA OF THE CONVERTIBLE TOP: Cracking or clicking noises can be heard from the rear area of the convertible top (C-pillar area) when driving on uneven roads.

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2018-02-01 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Grinding Noise from Rear Brakes: Pebbles, road grit, or other foreign materials caught between the brake protection plate and the brake disc may cause a disturbing noise in the rear axle area.

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2018-02-01 100000 POWER TRAIN

TICKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE WHEN CORNERING: The customer may complain of a metallic ticking noise from the front axle when cornering, maneuvering, parking or pulling away from a parking space.

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 BMW M4

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