2007 BMW 650I

Recalls

1 recall names the 2007 BMW 650I. Newest first.

• Engine and engine cooling

  Oct 12, 2007NHTSA 07V47900029,250 vehicles

  On certain vehicles equipped with V8 engines, in conditions of below freezing temperatures combined with low humidity, it IS possible for electrostatic discharge to occur at the fuel rails. if this were to occur, the engine electronic control unit (ecu) could be affected so that engine stalling could result.

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  If stalling were to occur, the driver may not be able to maintain vehicle speed or accelerate and the power steering could fail increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy

  Dealers will attach two ground cables in the engine compartment free of charge. the recall began on october 29, 2007. owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.

  Full recall details →

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Electrical system5
2. Air bags5
3. Seat belts3
4. Steering3
5. Service brakes3
6. Wheels2
7. Power train2
8. Seats2
9. Exterior lighting1
10. Engine and engine cooling1

Latest complaints

• Apr 9, 2022DEFire
  Electrical system · Exterior lighting

  My bmw start smoking from the inside then caught on fire it was a electric fire on the light module

• Jan 20, 2022FL
  Air bags

  2007 BMW 650I. Consumer writes in regards to defective passenger side air bag. the consumer stated the outline of the airbag was visible through the dashboard. This was creating moisture and a crack was forming. The dealer was contacted, but was unable to determine the cause of the failure.

• Jan 25, 2020NC103,000 mi
  Air bags · Engine

  November 2019 I was driving down north tryon an my car just shut down out of no where, and I also have a coolant problem . My contact # IS [xxx]. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6).

• Mar 19, 2019FL100,000 mi
  Electrical system · Seat belts · Unknown or other

  Dashboard completely cracked! Same problem with car not starting lights on das flashing ! Bought it used 4 yrs ago on 3RD battery severs thousand dollars later I just picked up at service center again . Don't know where else to go with this, please help!!! Thanks

• Feb 15, 2017VA110,000 miFire
  Seats
  On saturday, february 11, 2017, at approximately 4:30 pm, I had driven about 1/2 mile from home when I began to smell something burning. I was on a two-lane highway, in a 55 mph zone (e. Colonial hwy, going from leesburg to hamilton). I looked around me, inside the car, and saw nothing that would…

  On saturday, february 11, 2017, at approximately 4:30 pm, I had driven about 1/2 mile from home when I began to smell something burning. I was on a two-lane highway, in a 55 mph zone (e. Colonial hwy, going from leesburg to hamilton). I looked around me, inside the car, and saw nothing that would produce that kind of smell. I wondered if I was smelling something outside. Then, within seconds of that thought, I started to see smoke rising, originating from under my left elbow. I was still driving, and could not see the source of the smoke. But, the smell of burning and the stream of smoke continued to grow stronger. At this point, I was approximately a mile from my home and I pulled into a parking lot (the harmony park and ride lot). I got out of the car and saw a burn mark in the lower third of the driver's seat back, in the panel of the seat nearest to the window. The mark was slightly larger than the burn mark a cigarette might make. Inside the burn mark, I could see a small, red, ember-like light glowing. I then turned off the engine. I could no longer see the ember-like light, and eventually, the smoke stopped. I called the service department of the BMW dealership in fairfax for guidance. They suggested I have the car towed to them for diagnostics. I followed their advice. Though the technician that I spoke with hadn't handled or heard of a situation like this, he suspected the lumbar heating pad in the seat back had malfunctioned.

• Nov 12, 2016NY69,000 mi
  Electrical system · Steering

  Electric steering wheel lock malfunction. Steering wheel cannot be unlocked/locked. Engine stalled, steering wheel temporarily locked. Engine cannot be restarted. The car was moving when warning light came on while pulling into shopping center parking lot. Called aaa and had car taken by flatbed to hudson valley BMW in poughkeepsie, ny 12601 at about 14:30 hrs 11/12/2016.

• Sep 8, 2016KS34,000 mi
  Seat belts

  My BMW had 2 seat belts latching mechanisms that were defective and had to be replaced. I am wondering if this IS a common occurrence with the make and/or model that should be recalled. One was for a rear seat belt several years ago (approx 2011) and the other was a drivers side seat belt that happened in 2016.

• Dec 29, 2015CA117,250 mi
  Vehicle speed control
  TL* the contact owns a 2007 BMW 650I. While driving at various speeds and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle independently accelerated without warning. The contact was able to stop the vehicle before rear ending another vehicle. The contact also stated that while attempting to accelerate…

  TL* the contact owns a 2007 BMW 650I. While driving at various speeds and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle independently accelerated without warning. The contact was able to stop the vehicle before rear ending another vehicle. The contact also stated that while attempting to accelerate, there would be throttle lag and the vehicle would hesitate to move after the independent acceleration. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 117,250.

• Dec 21, 2015MD81,000 mi
  Power train

  Vehicle down sifted while in automatic mode to safe mode. the vehicles transmission down shifted while operating at 75 mph on beltway. vehicle immediately shifted into "limp" mode with speeds limitation. this transmission failure IS common with this zf transmission that IS a shiftable automatic model. .

• Oct 19, 2015LA41,000 mi
  Electrical system · Steering

  TL* the contact owns a 2007 BMW 650I. The contact stated that while attempting to restart the vehicle, the ignition failed while the lock steering wheel warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000.

• May 13, 2015NJ99,000 miFire
  Electrical system

  TL* the contact owns a 2007 BMW 650I. While parked, the positive wires in the vehicle caught fire. It was unknown how the fire was extinguished. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the wire harness failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 99,000.

• Nov 6, 2014OR85,000 miFire
  Seats

  Smelt smoke in the car and realized it was coming from the drivers seat. the seat warmer overheated to the point it burnt thru the seat and was causing the smoke and you could see the wire was glowing red hot. *tr

• Sep 11, 2014FL48,500 mi
  Air bags · Seat belts

  The passenger seat mat sensor IS defective and cannot tell when a passenger IS seated, therefore, not allowing a passenger air bag to deploy. The srs air bag warning light appears. The passenger seat has not been tampered with, rarely been sat in, and the defect cannot be attributed to any error on my part. "restraint passenger malfunction" IS covering my display. *tr

• Jul 15, 2014CA30,000 mi
  Engine and engine cooling · Service brakes
  On a routine check, my 2007 BMW 650I was diagnosed to have an oil leak from the brake vacuum pump. this leak progressed until one day the smell of burning oil was encountered for a few seconds. I was told replacement would be 1000 dollars; thus I looked to buy and replace the part myself.…

  On a routine check, my 2007 BMW 650I was diagnosed to have an oil leak from the brake vacuum pump. this leak progressed until one day the smell of burning oil was encountered for a few seconds. I was told replacement would be 1000 dollars; thus I looked to buy and replace the part myself. however, upon searching for the part, I came across recall no. 10V-446, as apparently many 6 and 7-series have experienced a vacuum pump leak. even though my car (E63) fit the recall dates, I was told by my dealer and BMW north america that since my engine was n62tu and not N62T, it would not be covered. this IS quite remarkable considering this vacuum pump leak IS precisely the issue I have been dealing with over the last year and the brake vacuum pump/lining in this engine model has exactly the same parts and setup as the recalled system and in my view, should thus be covered. *tr

• Jun 4, 2014FL50,000 mi
  Air bags

  TL* the contact owns a 2007 BMW 650I. The contact stated that the passenger side air bag warning indicator was illuminated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.

• Apr 14, 2014CA37,000 mi
  Suspension · Wheels
  Bought car in 03-13-2013 2 wks after purchase car fished tail to the right spoke to mc kenna sales rep about issue, 6-21-13 at 35,254 bought new rear tires, since tires with car were gone (inner wear), cars never stops veering to right, problem worsens with time very difficult to control at legal…

  Bought car in 03-13-2013 2 wks after purchase car fished tail to the right spoke to mc kenna sales rep about issue, 6-21-13 at 35,254 bought new rear tires, since tires with car were gone (inner wear), cars never stops veering to right, problem worsens with time very difficult to control at legal speeds. Even worse on raining day and small pumps on road, even the small street reflectors. Had to buy new tires are again at 39,487 /06-21-2013/ miles this time went straight to dealer spoke porsche gen. Manager. And assist. Manager (primo) we voiced our concerns with the car. Stated that the car never stops veering to the right with time issue worsens as tires wear out. We did all the necessary with mc kenna BMW dealer paid 2104.87 for tires and a serious of work that they said we did not do back in 6-21-13. I want to point out the tires purchased in 6-21-.13 last longer then their spec tires purchased in 11-25-13. Car veering to the right and tires gone again 04-11-14. Drove to mc kenna to speak to manager. We did speak to primo. Voiced are concerns again about how difficult it IS to control the car. We showed primo the tires gone again both the right and left. Mentioned that on our way to mc kenna dealer in norwalk right tire blew out existing the firestone exit. extreme wires showing in the inner tire. Pointed out the left rear IS also starting to go. Primo agreed that this IS a serious and the car IS not safe to drive in this condition. We advised primo that we did all that was recommended by the BMW staff. And yet the issue has worsen: tires gone, car veers to the right with the slightest pump, more so on rainy days. My husband and I are scare to now drive this vehicle. We deem it unsafe to our family and anyone else on the road. I have done research and this IS a very common problem with BMW cars. We ask for your help. *tr updated 10/7/2014 *js

• Dec 13, 2013FL60,000 mi
  Service brakes
  TL* the contact owns a 2007 BMW 650I. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, he depressed the brakes but the vehicle would not respond. The brake warning light also illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where the mechanic stated that the…

  TL* the contact owns a 2007 BMW 650I. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, he depressed the brakes but the vehicle would not respond. The brake warning light also illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where the mechanic stated that the brake booster would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under a manufacturer's recall for the brake booster. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

• May 24, 2013CA56,000 mi
  Steering

  My car will intermittently not start. there IS a warning on the on board computer that the car's steering wheel lock has malfunctioned and the car will not start. the screen says to move the steering wheel to start the car. it usually take several minutes of tugging on the wheel and it will start again. this happens almost every time I start the car now. *tr

• Mar 6, 2013MD22,143 mi
  Power train
  I was driving on interstate 95 from washington dc to richmond, va at about 65-75 mph. At around the kings dominion exit, I attempted to accelerate in order to get into a slower lane to let faster traffic pass. that's when I notice the rpm's went up to 8x1000 and the car was not accelerating. I…

  I was driving on interstate 95 from washington dc to richmond, va at about 65-75 mph. At around the kings dominion exit, I attempted to accelerate in order to get into a slower lane to let faster traffic pass. that's when I notice the rpm's went up to 8x1000 and the car was not accelerating. I was now coasting at around 60 mph and impeding traffic on a major highway. being that this particular stretch of highway IS about 6-7 lanes wide, it was very difficult and dangerous getting over to the right hand shoulder. I was able to continue to my destination without having the ability to accelerate at normal rate. I had to push the accelerator pedal slightly so that the transmission would not jump out of gear. I made it back home later that day having to drive in the same manner. I was barely able to drive the car up my slightly sloped driveway by trying several times because if I pressed the pedal too hard, the transmission would jump out of gear. After several months of research, I learned that this has been a very common problem in bmw's with the smg transmission. so I waited several months before driving it to the dealership. when I arrived at the dealership, they had to push my car into the service bay because it would no longer stay in gear. I was told that the smg module needed replacing. I called BMW to complain and asked if this was a recalled issue since it happened to many vehicles and because it put me in a potentially life threatening situation on the highway. I was then told was told that BMW will only recall and issue if the nhtsa requires them to do so. the repair bill was approximately $2,000 and BMW offered to pay for 50% of the equipment costs. so I had to pay $1,395 but my car still would not go into gear. this item should be recalled as it put me in a life threatening situation. *tr

• Nov 8, 2012CA93,000 mi
  Service brakes
  TL* the contact owns a 2007 BMW 650I. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, the power assist brake warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he continued to drive the vehicle and when arriving at his destination, he noticed that the vehicle was leaking brake fluid.…

  TL* the contact owns a 2007 BMW 650I. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, the power assist brake warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he continued to drive the vehicle and when arriving at his destination, he noticed that the vehicle was leaking brake fluid. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign ID number: 10v446000 (service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 93,000 and the current mileage was 94,500.

• Nov 25, 201000Crash2 injuries1 death
  Air bags › Frontal
  As a result of the car accident the driver of the car was severely injured and the passenger passed away, because the airbags did not open. The police report and the independent experts have confirmed that the BMW M6 model cars have factory defect and the airbags in most of the cases do not open.…

  As a result of the car accident the driver of the car was severely injured and the passenger passed away, because the airbags did not open. The police report and the independent experts have confirmed that the BMW M6 model cars have factory defect and the airbags in most of the cases do not open. We have addressed the BMW group as well as BMW dealer company, where the vehicle was purchased, but they simply ignore our inquery. Please advise who can we contact in this case. Thanks you in advance. *tr

• Oct 15, 2007CA3,850 mi
  Wheels › Rim
  To whom it may concern: sevas S-10 should not be targeted/marketed to BMW 6 or 7 series drivers. A 3RD case of known wheel failure occured on october 11TH, 2007 it should be assumed/proven that this IS a low quality wheel. Despite 3 (1 major accident due to wheel failure) known cases of these…

  To whom it may concern: sevas S-10 should not be targeted/marketed to BMW 6 or 7 series drivers. A 3RD case of known wheel failure occured on october 11TH, 2007 it should be assumed/proven that this IS a low quality wheel. Despite 3 (1 major accident due to wheel failure) known cases of these wheel breaking on BMW 6 & 7 series owners, other users complain of vibration problems when driving as well as steering wheels rattling. these were my initial experiences when the wheels were first installed. The wheels were rebalanced 3 times and hub centric rings were installed, however this did not fix anything. In result, it led the driver side rear and front wheel to split in half while driving 10mph in hollywood, ca on october 9TH, 2007. mr. Scott gibson, the president of sevas recommends using hub centric rings to eliminate vibration and poor ride quality, meaning he has prior knowledge that these wheels are not a perfect fit for the 6 & 7 series and ride quality problems exist. I believe that the department of transportation should take immediate action and remove these wheels off the market before any other fatal accidents are caused due to wheel failure. in my case, I have made a simple request to mr. Gibson and asked him to reimburse for the following: (4) sevas S-10 22" wheels, (2) pirelli rear and front driver-side damaged tires, & misc expenses due to wheel failure. if any of the parties have any questions, comments, or concerns please do not hesitate to contact me. sincerely, jake fermanian *tr

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 10249437The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
• 10249027The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle discharged battery complaints.
• 10194296Diagnosis 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 degrees F) increases the likelihood of cracks to form.
• 10182619Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle "discharged battery" complaints. In order to properly repair the vehicle the first time in the workshop, it is very important that the diagnostic test plans are performed to completion, with all results taken into consideration. Without performing the energy diagnosis test plan, the root cause of the discharged battery cannot be identified. This increases the chances of a repeat repair.
• 10154850SERVICE ACTION REPLACE SUN VISORS. During production; incorrect sun visors were installed which do not conform to airbag label requirements.
• 10152627Class action lawsuit settlement: 6 series (E64) convertible top function and operational issues. Information bulletin provides the dcsnet claim submission information.
• 10151335Bluetooth 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 some instances the call is then transferred back to the vehicle. Contact List incomplete General connection failures Apple iOS software (issue started with iOS 8.3 continues with iOS 9.x and its variants) Samsung S6 and S6 Edge device firmware.
• 10151323ELV Does Not Release. The customer complains of a no-crank, no-start situation. The condition may be intermittent. The ELV (Electric Steering Lock) warning is shown in the Instrument Cluster.
• 10151119SI 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 following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection - Call is transferred back to the handset. In some instances the call is then transferred back to the vehicle. Contact List incomplete General connection failures CAUSE Apple iOS software (issue started with iOS 8.3 continues with iOS 9.x and its variants) Samsung S6 and S6 Edge device firmware CORRECTOPM None available at this time. We are currently working with the device manufacturer on a solution.
• 10151115SUBJECT Audio System Speaker Testing. For audio system speaker testing there is a NED (Non Electrical Diagnosis) Test Plan available. CAUSE We previously recommended use of the Audio Test CD (ATC) from BMW. This CD has been discontinued.
• 10151068This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015. Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair visits (source- Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports). INFORMATION Where diagnosis (vehicle or short test) with ISTA has already started, it is important to diagnose the fault code(s) listed below (when they are stored in the vehicle) to find their root cause during the current workshop visit. This will help lead to a reduction in workshop repeat repair visits and higher customer satisfaction.
• 10151023Whistling 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.
• 10150385"CCC - ""Please Insert Navigation DVD"" Appears on CID. The navigation map DVD cannot be read or detected. The message ""Please insert navigation DVD"" appears in the CID (Central Information Display). The navigation system is inoperative. This situation may also occur when upgrading to a new navigation map. The old map is recognized but the new one is not. CAUSE Faulty DVD drive; read error due to hardening of the anti-vibration gel on the read head"
• 10150330"Discharged Battery: Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed. The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle ""discharged battery"" complaints. A discharged battery can have various causes, most of which do not concern the battery itself. A failed battery is often the symptom and not the cause. A fully serviceable battery fails when an electrical component causes the battery to discharge; the battery becomes internally damaged and must be replaced. For more information, refer to www.batteryuniversity.com/parttwo-42B.htm For this reason, replacing the battery is not usually a permanent repair. The cause of the discharged battery must be analyzed in order to guarantee a proper repair. In order to properly repair the vehicle the first time in the workshop, it is very important that the diagnostic test plans are performed to completion with all results taken into to consideration. The procedure as outlined below contains information that will guide the technician into properly repairing the vehicle and getting paid for a warranty claim. CAUSE Refer to the ""Procedure"" section of this Service Information for details."
• 10150130The vehicle position is missing or incorrect on the navigation map. The navigation system integrated in the Car Information Computer (CIC) is not calibrated correctly.
• 10149605Battery Replacements. A failed battery in the vehicle is being replaced with a battery of a different size and type, which can lead to additional labor to retrofit the differently sized battery. CAUSE In the past, the 110 AH Lead acid battery was not available. The 90/92 AH AGM battery was installed as an alternative replacement; this required retrofitting.
• 10149382iPhone: Connection Failures with iOS 7. There are various connectivity failures with the iPhone using iOS 7. Some examples are listed below: z Call disconnection z Contact List incomplete z General connection failures Apple software iOS 7 and its variants
• 10149279Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports indicates that there are many fault codes that are stored in the above vehicles, but they are not diagnosed to identify their root cause. Fault codes that are not diagnosed to find their root cause can lead to a repeat repair visit to the workshop by the customer. Where diagnosis (vehicle or short test) with ISTA has already started, it is important to diagnose the fault code(s) listed below (when they are stored in the vehicle) during the current workshop visit. This will help lead to a reduction in workshop repeat repair visits and higher customer satisfaction.
• 10148423Check Control Messages Related to Battery Charge During Cold Ambient Temperatures. On cold days with an outside ambient temperature of less than 15F, customers may notice a check control message related to the battery that is displayed on the instrument cluster and the control information display. Under these conditions, the vehicle starts. Various power management faults can be stored: z 213901 - Power management: Reduction or shutdown of individual electrical consumer z 8040BD - Reset or deactivation of Terminal 30F z 8040B9 - De-activation of terminal 30B: Top start capability limit reached z 8020E8 - Reset or deactivation of terminal 30F z 800E89 - FRM: start capability limit reached with lights active during stationary mode z 93076B - Deactivation of terminal 30B: upper start capability limit reached z 93076A - Deactivation of terminal 15: upper start capability limit reached, but deactivation preventer active z 93076C - Deactivation of terminal 30B: upper start capability limit reached, but deactivation preventer or legal loads active z 930769 - Deactivation of terminal 15: upper start capability limit reached Note: When the outside temperatures drop below 46F, the charging system is switch to full charge. CAUSE z The check control message (ID 229) is caused by a heavily discharged battery. z The check control message is triggered when the current state of charge (SoC) of the battery approaches the minimum SoC that is required to start the vehicle (start capability limit). z In low outside ambient temperatures, the start capability limit of the vehicle is higher. Therefore it takes more energy from the battery to start a cold engine. z Without the early warning of the check control message, the current state of charge would drop below the start capability limit and the vehicle would not start. z The vehicle's intelligent power management system actively takes measures to increase the charge of the battery, such as increasing idle speed and reducing or shutting
• 10148376Previously assigned radio channels to the satellite radio "Presets" list have been erased and radio channels selected from the list "All channels" menu cannot be stored in the "Presets" list. The problem occurred after the recently implemented Sirius/XM channel lineup change. The data handling between the satellite radio receiver (SDARS-Exbox) and the Car Communication Computer (CCC head unit) has been corrupted.
• 10148276Traffic Information Is Inoperative. The traffic information is intermittently or permanently inoperative. * Traffic flow is not displayed on the navigation map. * The traffic list is empty. 1. The Offboard Availability (backend) system is unavailable and is not sending traffic information. 2. The traffic information feature is not activated correctly.
• 10148273Check Control Messages Related to Battery Charge During Cold Ambient Temperatures. On cold days with an outside ambient temperature of less than 15F, customers may notice a check control message related to the battery that is displayed on the instrument cluster and the control information display. Under these conditions, the vehicle starts. Various power management faults can be stored: * 213901 - Power management: Reduction or shutdown of individual electrical consumer * 8040BD - Reset or deactivation of Terminal 30F * 8040B9 - De-activation of terminal 30B: Top start capability limit reached * 8020E8 - Reset or deactivation of terminal 30F * 800E89 - FRM: start capability limit reached with lights active during stationary mode * 93076B - Deactivation of terminal 30B: upper start capability limit reached * 93076A - Deactivation of terminal 15: upper start capability limit reached, but deactivation preventer active * 93076C - Deactivation of terminal 30B: upper start capability limit reached, but deactivation preventer or legal loads active * 930769 - Deactivation of terminal 15: upper start capability limit reached Note: When the outside temperatures drop below 46F, the charging system is switch to full charge. CAUSE * The check control message (ID 229) is caused by a heavily discharged battery. * The check control message is triggered when the current state of charge (SoC) of the battery approaches the minimum SoC that is required to start the vehicle (start capability limit). * In low outside ambient temperatures, the start capability limit of the vehicle is higher. Therefore it takes more energy from the battery to start a cold engine. * Without the early warning of the check control message, the current state of charge would drop below the start capability limit and the vehicle would not start. * The vehicle's intelligent power management system actively takes measures to increase the charge of the battery, such as increasing idle speed and reducing or shutting
• 10148194iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 5, 5S, 5C, 4S, 4, and 3GS with iOS 8.x Information. INFORMATION There is one major difference in functionality since iOS 8.0 was released. Scenario: z The customer leaves the vehicle and turns his or her phone off. z He or she turns the phone back on. z He or she enters the vehicle, but does not unlock the phone and start driving. Result: z The phone reconnects to the Bluetooth system (normal). z However, it does not transfer the contact list (not normal). z The contact list in the iDrive will be empty. z The call list in the Kombi will display only phone numbers, but no names. z The hands-free system works for accepting calls and conversing on calls started on the phone. Solution: z Prior to the customer entering the vehicle they must unlock the phone (passkey) With the release of Apple's new iPhone 6, 6 Plus and iOS 8.x software, there have been many questions regarding the new phone and software. The information in the attachment to this Service Information will help answer these questions. A printed copy can be given to the customer if needed. The attachment provides information on the differences between the new iPhone 6, 6 Plus and the previous versions, along with Apple software improvements in the following areas: 1. Visual comparison 2. Connectivity 3. Functionality Refer to the PDF file in the "Attachment" section of this bulletin for complete details. Information on the iPhone 6 is also available via the following: z www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth website NOTE: This SI will be updated as new information is received.
• 10148166N62TU: EDK Throttle Potentiometer Faults - Diagnostic. The "Service Engine Soon" and DSC/DTC warning lights are illuminated. Engine enters the power reduction ("fail-safe") mode. The following intermittent and "currently not present" EDK related faults may be stored in DME fault memory: ? 2CF8 - Throttle valve potentiometer, signal; and /or? 2CF9 - Throttle valve potentiometer 1, signal; and/or ? 2CFA - Throttle valve potentiometer 2; signal. In most cases DSC fault 5F77 (DME invalid data) may also be stored in DSC control module. These faults are sporadic and usually not reproducible. Resistance fluctuation in the EDK harness connector is causing an interruption of the EDK signal.
• 10148135ConnectedDrive/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 time when researching system failures with ConnectedDrive or BMW Assist. This Service Information bulletin will assist you both in identifying the issue and providing technical support. CAUSE Not enough information is available for BMW NA engineers to assist the technician in diagnosing the root cause.
• 10148120Check Control Messages Related to Battery Charge During Cold Ambient Temperatures. On cold days with an outside ambient temperature of less than 15F, customers may notice a check control message related to the battery that is displayed on the instrument cluster and the control information display. Under these conditions, the vehicle starts. Various power management faults can be stored: * 213901 - Power management: Reduction or shutdown of individual electrical consumer * 8040BD - Reset or deactivation of Terminal 30F * 8040B9 - De-activation of terminal 30B: Top start capability limit reached * 8020E8 - Reset or deactivation of terminal 30F * 800E89 - FRM: start capability limit reached with lights active during stationary mode * 93076B - Deactivation of terminal 30B: upper start capability limit reached * 93076A - Deactivation of terminal 15: upper start capability limit reached, but deactivation preventer active * 93076C - Deactivation of terminal 30B: upper start capability limit reached, but deactivation preventer or legal loads active * 930769 - Deactivation of terminal 15: upper start capability limit reached Note: When the outside temperatures drop below 46F, the charging system is switch to full charge. CAUSE * The check control message (ID 229) is caused by a heavily discharged battery. * The check control message is triggered when the current state of charge (SoC) of the battery approaches the minimum SoC that is required to start the vehicle (start capability limit). * In low outside ambient temperatures, the start capability limit of the vehicle is higher. Therefore it takes more energy from the battery to start a cold engine. * Without the early warning of the check control message, the current state of charge would drop below the start capability limit and the vehicle would not start. * The vehicle's intelligent power management system actively takes measures to increase the charge of the battery, such as increasing idle speed and reducing or shut
• 10148101iPhone: Connection Failures with iOS 7. There are various connectivity failures with the iPhone using iOS 7. Some examples are listed below: * Call disconnection * Contact List incomplete * General connection failures CAUSE Apple software iOS 7 and its variants.
• 10148034"Intelligent Battery Sensor Diagnosis Hints. The vehicle enters the workshop with one or more of the following complaints: * Check Control Message related to battery discharge * No-start condition * Consumer power reduction (reduced blower speed, heated seats operation, etc.) * The following fault codes may be stored in the DME a. 2E8B - Intelligent battery sensor, signal b. 2E8C - Intelligent battery sensor, function c. 2E8D - Intelligent battery sensor, signal transmission d. 2E8E - Intelligent battery sensor, communication CAUSE A faulty battery or IBS sensor (not both) The power management system and IBS in the vehicle cannot determine if the battery needs to be replaced. This is normal operation for all E-Series vehicles because they do not have the Advanced IBS sensor that the F-Series vehicles do. An external battery tester (Midtronics EXP-1000) must be used to determine if the battery needs to be replaced. Energy Diagnosis will not prompt for a battery replacement unless the battery is ""aged."" When energy diagnosis identifies the battery as ""aged,"" it means the amount of energy discharge over the course of the life of the battery has reached its maximum (worn out). In most cases, energy diagnosis states that the battery is OK. This is typically an indication of the current State of Charge (SoC), not the State of Health (SoH). The SoC is defined as the current amount of energy left in the battery (displayed as a percentage). The SoH is defined as an evaluation of the condition of the battery over a period of time (displayed as a percentage). For more information about batteries, refer to Training Manual ST051, ""07 Battery Basics."""
• 10148010ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Information and Availability. ConnectedDrive features are partially or completely inoperative. Examples of some of these features are listed below: * BMW Assist Inoperative ? SOS call ? Roadside Assistance call * My BMW Remote App * BMW Online - Google local search * Concierge CAUSE The Electronic Subscriber Agreement (ESA) is inactive. * No active contract for ConnectedDrive features Offboard Availabilty (Backend) system issues * The external network was/is inoperative. * No data is sent to the vehicle.
• 10147953"ConnectedDrive/BMW ASSIST Features Are Inoperative. ConnectedDrive features are partially or completely inoperative. * No traffic information (RTTI / ARTTI) * BMW ASSIST ""My Info"" service doesn't work. CAUSE The Electronic Subscriber Agreement (ESA) is inactive. * No active contract for ConnectedDrive features Offboard Availability (Backend) system issues * The external network was/is inoperative. * No data is sent to the vehicle."
• 10147945Delay in Automatic Driving Light Switching On/Off. When driving out of a tunnel or exiting underground parking, the automatic driving light remains switched on for two minutes, even in daylight. The automatic driving light switching on/off can be shorter or longer when it starts to get dark. CAUSE The software for the switch-on threshold is lowered to protect the xenon light source.
• 10147941ELV Does Not Release. Cause 1: The steering column is held against the steering lock because of torque from the steering gear. In such cases, a yellow check control warning (CC ID# 187) is shown in the instrument cluster, but no faults are stored. Cause 2: Communication fault in the CAS (Car Access System) and ELV system network and/or battery low. The problem may cause the ELV warning to be displayed in yellow or red.
• 10147837"The Disclaimer screen automatically disappears from the CID after 10 seconds. INFORMATION https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/28...12/2/2015 Page 2 of 2 An enhancement was made to the Car Communication Computer (CCC) and MASK (Multi Audio System Controller) in 2006 so the customer does not have to manually accept the ""Disclaimer"" screen each time. Older vehicles prior to the production dates listed above that are programmed with ISTA/P 2.52 or higher will also get this enhancement. WARRANTY INFORMATION Not applicable."
• 10147758This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated May 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair visits (source- Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports). INFORMATION Where diagnosis (vehicle or short test) with ISTA has already started, it is important to diagnose the fault code(s) listed below (when they are stored in the vehicle) to find their root cause during the current workshop visit. This will help lead to a reduction in workshop repeat repair visits and higher customer satisfaction.
• 10147624This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 10 09 dated March 2013. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT CIC head unit: Vehicle Position Is Missing or Incorrect on Navigation Map. The vehicle position is missing or incorrect on the navigation map. The navigation system integrated in the Car Information Computer (CIC) is not calibrated correctly.
• 10147623This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 05 09 dated July 2009. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT CIC Headunit: Navigation System Road Map Usage. INFORMATION The Car Information Computer (CIC) began replacing the Car Communication Computer (CCC) on vehicles with option 609 in September of 2008. This change affected the navigation system road map data support process and the warranty spare parts processes for the CIC. For the US market, all vehicles come pre-loaded from the factory with the latest navigation system road map database version that was available at the time of vehicle production. Therefore, no physical copy of the navigation system road map data media DVD set or USB stick is placed in these vehicles at the Vehicle Distribution Center (VDC). NOTE: Additionally, all replacement CIC parts come with a pre-loaded version of the current available navigation system road map database installed. A set of DVD copies of the navigation system road map database, CIC NAVI Road Map North America PREMIUM, is shipped to all BMW centers through the automatic tool shipment program with each release of a navigation system road map database. IMPORTANT: Additional copies or earlier NAV road map database versions cannot be ordered individually! Therefore, please take special care to archive the CIC NAV road map DVD sets! The NAV road map data on the DVD set can also be installed into the Network Attached Storage (NAS). From there, it can then be installed onto the CIC in the vehicle, using the Integrated Service Technical Application for Programming (ISTA/P). For installation of the navigation system road map data media DVD set onto the Network Attached Storage (NAS), please contact your ISPI Next Administrator. In addition to this procedure, it is also possible to download the NAV road map data on the DVD set directly to the hard disc drive (HDD) integrated in the CIC by inserting the DVDs one by one into the CIC internal DVD drive. It will take approxim
• 10147598"SUBJECT N62TU: ISTA Service Function for DME ""RAM Backup"". The ISTA Service Function test plan should be performed to clear stored values in the DME RAM memory after repairs are completed, in the following situations: z VANOS or engine-related repairs if any of the following faults cannot be cleared: 2A90 - Exhaust camshaft, tooth offset to crankshaft 2A91 - Exhaust camshaft 2, tooth offset to crankshaft 2A8A - Inlet VANOS, adaptation stop 2A8B - Inlet VANOS, adaptation stop 2 2A8C - Exhaust VANOS, adaptation stop 2A8D - Exhaust VANOS, adaptation stop 2 2A8E - Inlet camshaft, tooth offset to crankshaft 2A8F - Inlet camshaft 2, tooth offset to crankshaft z The engine oil level display continues to show as overfilled even after being corrected. This is also described in SI B12 05 07."
• 10147123Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports indicates that there are many fault codes that are stored in the above vehicles, but they are not diagnosed to identify their root cause. Fault codes that are not diagnosed to find their root cause can lead to a repeat repair visit to the workshop by the customer. Where diagnosis (vehicle or short test) with ISTA has already started, it is important to diagnose the fault code(s) listed below (when they are stored in the vehicle) during the current workshop visit. This will help lead to a reduction in workshop repeat repair visits and higher customer satisfaction.
• 10147067This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated February 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports indicates that there are many fault codes that are stored in the above vehicles, but they are not diagnosed to identify their root cause. Fault codes that are not diagnosed to find their root cause can lead to a repeat repair visit to the workshop by the customer. Where diagnosis (vehicle or short test) with ISTA has already started, it is important to diagnose the fault code(s) listed below (when they are stored in the vehicle) during the current workshop visit. This will help lead to a reduction in workshop repeat repair visits and higher customer satisfaction.
• 10146779Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015.. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair visits (source- Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports). INFORMATION Where diagnosis (vehicle or short test) with ISTA has already started, it is important to diagnose the fault code(s) listed below (when they are stored in the vehicle) to find their root cause during the current workshop visit. This will help lead to a reduction in workshop repeat repair visits and higher customer satisfaction.

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