2012 BMW 650I

Recalls

2 recalls name the 2012 BMW 650I. Newest first.

• Engine and engine cooling › Engine

  Apr 18, 2018NHTSA 18V24800047,806 vehicles

  BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW…

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.

  Remedy

  BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.

  Full recall details →

• Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

  Oct 17, 2016NHTSA 16V746000136,188 vehicles

  BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 BMW X5 3.0si, X5 4.8i, X5 M, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i and X5 xDrive50i, 2008-2011 X6 x Drive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 535i xDrive Gran Turismo, 535i Gran Turismo, 550i xDrive Gran Turismo and 550i Gran Turismo, 2011-2012 528i, 535i, 535i…

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. Additionally, the fuel pump may stop working, possibly causing an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash.

  Remedy

  BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

  Full recall details →

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Engine12
2. Air bags3
3. Seats3
4. Unknown or other2
5. Seat belts2
6. Wheels1
7. Service brakes1
8. Service brakes, hydraulic1
9. Structure1
10. Fuel/propulsion system1

Latest complaints

• Jan 4, 2023IL
  Engine

  While at complete stop engine shut off with no warning lights on dash board. BMW dealer related they do not know what is wrong with engine.

• Oct 13, 2022SC92,000 mi
  Seat belts
  The contact owns a 2012 BMW 650 XI. The contact stated that both the front driver and front passenger seat belts would fail to retract upon disengagement. The contact stated that the seat belts would need to be pushed back manually into place by the occupants after use. The dealer was notified of…

  The contact owns a 2012 BMW 650 XI. The contact stated that both the front driver and front passenger seat belts would fail to retract upon disengagement. The contact stated that the seat belts would need to be pushed back manually into place by the occupants after use. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not under recall and was no longer covered under warranty. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.

• Oct 20, 2020NY30,000 mi
  Engine
  TL* the contact owns a 2012 BMW 650I. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal odor appeared inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact noticed black exhaust coming from the tailpipe. The contact that that the oil tube was refilled every 80 to 100 miles. The vehicle…

  TL* the contact owns a 2012 BMW 650I. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal odor appeared inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact noticed black exhaust coming from the tailpipe. The contact that that the oil tube was refilled every 80 to 100 miles. The vehicle was taken to BMW of bayside (24721 northern blvd, douglaston, ny 11362) diagnosed, and it was determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The vehicle then was taken to another dealer where a diagnostic test was still pending. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vin was not under recall. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 12v161000 (engine and engine cooling) as a possible solution to the failure however, the vin was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

• May 17, 2020GA120,000 mi
  Engine
  At approximately 120,000 miles my engine oil pump went out causing my car to stall while on the highway traveling at 70 miles per hour. The BMW dealership said to me that even though my car meets the miles specifications the engine oil has metal pieces in it therefore they will not cover a new…

  At approximately 120,000 miles my engine oil pump went out causing my car to stall while on the highway traveling at 70 miles per hour. The BMW dealership said to me that even though my car meets the miles specifications the engine oil has metal pieces in it therefore they will not cover a new warranty under their lemon law. BMW new that this engine was a troubled engine from the first dat this car was built and now BMW IS not standing behind thes vehicles

• Feb 21, 2020GA102,000 mi
  Engine
  While driving my car on highway 20 west my engine loss all power making my car slow completely down. I was in heavy traffic and I had to move over two lanes to get to the shoulder of the highway. Once my car stopped the car put its self in park and would not allow me to select any gear. Come to…

  While driving my car on highway 20 west my engine loss all power making my car slow completely down. I was in heavy traffic and I had to move over two lanes to get to the shoulder of the highway. Once my car stopped the car put its self in park and would not allow me to select any gear. Come to find out the turbo charger wen out in my car causing the car to act in this un safe manner. This IS a reall safety issue that BMW has on these particular engines. This matter needs o be addressed with my car please

• Jul 3, 2019SC80,000 mi
  Unknown or other

  I am trying to acquire it used from an authorized BMW dealership. there are outstanding recalls. dealership wants me to hold them harmless. yes. An authorized BMW dealership in atalanta will sell a car with defects and subject to an nhtsa recall and ask a consumer to indemnify them. Global imports BMW.

• Jul 2, 2019CA137,857 mi
  Engine
  TL* the contact owns a 2012 BMW 650I. While driving various speeds, several components in the engine leaked, including the oil. Also, the check oil indicator illuminated and smoke appeared under the hood while the vehicle was in drive. The vehicle was taken to BMW of riverside (3060 adams st…

  TL* the contact owns a 2012 BMW 650I. While driving various speeds, several components in the engine leaked, including the oil. Also, the check oil indicator illuminated and smoke appeared under the hood while the vehicle was in drive. The vehicle was taken to BMW of riverside (3060 adams st, riverside, ca 92504, (951) 373-5000) and BMW of murrieta (41430 auto mall pkwy, murrieta, ca 92562, (951) 200-5491). Both dealers informed the contact that all repairs would be her responsibility. The manufacturer was informed and provided the same information as the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 137,857.

• Jun 18, 2019GA70,000 mi
  Air bags · Engine
  A warning light for the passenger side front airbag IS on. BMW wants to charge me $1500 to replace the faulty airbag. How can it be damaged if it's never been used? How IS this repair my responsibility? additionally, this BMW burns oil. It seems to be a problem with all 8 cylinder models as they…

  A warning light for the passenger side front airbag IS on. BMW wants to charge me $1500 to replace the faulty airbag. How can it be damaged if it's never been used? How IS this repair my responsibility? additionally, this BMW burns oil. It seems to be a problem with all 8 cylinder models as they age. I have to add a quart of oil every 300 miles or so and the car blows black smoke via the exhaust. I've spent $1300 to repair it, but it didn't repair the issue. Now I'm being told it's a $10,000 repair. how IS a problem that's systematic with so many 8 cylinder bmws my responsibility?

• Jun 10, 2019NY5 miFire1 injury
  Electrical system · Seats

  While driving my passenger seat back burnt my wife's back and was smoking. I turned the seat cooling off and it stopped.

• Apr 16, 2019CA
  Air bags · Air bags › Sensor › Occupant classification · Seats
  Receive a "passenger restraint system" failure. BMW el cajon dealership diagnosed problem as passenger occupancy seat mat sensor. this IS a very serious issue. the front passenger seat occupant detection mat determines if and how the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash. this know…

  Receive a "passenger restraint system" failure. BMW el cajon dealership diagnosed problem as passenger occupancy seat mat sensor. this IS a very serious issue. the front passenger seat occupant detection mat determines if and how the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash. this know BMW issue develops cracks and could lead to a system failure. if the electronic sensing mat in the front passenger seat fails, this will disable the front passenger air bag and the air bag will not deploy during a crash. the known BMW defective seat sensor IS well documented200,000 bmws recalled in 2008, 77,000 in 2013, and 2,158 in 2017. I request you issue a recall for all 2012 BMW 650i's asap to prevent this ineffective safety system from causing property damage, injury or death.

• Mar 5, 2019NC37,500 mi
  Engine

  Car burns oil and smells of engine coolant during operation and while at idle.

• Jul 5, 2018MI63,000 mi
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
  TL* the contact owns a 2012 BMW 650I. While driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled and was towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then towed to a BMW dealership in farmington hills where…

  TL* the contact owns a 2012 BMW 650I. While driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled and was towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then towed to a BMW dealership in farmington hills where dealership confirmed fuel pump was replaced. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 16v746000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000. *Tt

• Jun 14, 2018CO67,000 mi
  Engine · Fuel/propulsion system
  A few months ago the vehicle started to display "drive train malfunction" on the screen while shaking with a horrible odor of fuel. I took the vehicle in to the dealer and was told all of the fuel injectors needed to be replaced! We are talking about a $100K+ vehicle barely out of warranty. After…

  A few months ago the vehicle started to display "drive train malfunction" on the screen while shaking with a horrible odor of fuel. I took the vehicle in to the dealer and was told all of the fuel injectors needed to be replaced! We are talking about a $100K+ vehicle barely out of warranty. After battling with the dealer I was told BMW has agreed to fix the problem under warranty. When I went to pickup the car I was given an invoice for almost $500 for a deductible! Fast forward to 06/06/2018, driving in heavy traffic and at a busy intersection I started to smell fuel again and I got a "fuel system malfunction" displayed on the screen and the car died and would not start again. I had the vehicle towed only to be told that now the vehicle needs an in tank fuel pump replaced! Not a few months after having all the fuel injectors repaired. The cost of replacing the fuel pump over $1900 but with a discount it would be approximately $1550.00 (who knows what the cost will be when I go to pick it up). After some research, I found out that this year and model vehicle IS under a recall from BMW for all the same exact problems and symptoms I'm having with the fuel pump. However, they claim that my vin IS not a part of the recall and they will not assist in any way. This IS a low millage car that IS well maintained at all times. I think its time BMW expanded the recall on the fuel pump issue for this vehicle and corrected the problem their design and manufacturing has created before their neglegance costs someone their life when the vehicle stops on the highway or a busy intersection. It's time you did the right thing BMW north america. I have contacted my attorney and we will be sending notices to other BMW owners with the same problem to join a class action law suit. I can be reached at [xxx]. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6).

• Jan 3, 2018CA35,000 mi
  Service brakes
  The brakes present with a vibration or "judder" (as described by BMW) on application at all speeds. The vibration increases at higher speeds - thus the major safety issue. This was a result of rotor warping under normal driving conditions (all 4 rotors and pads???? - this IS incredulous). I…

  The brakes present with a vibration or "judder" (as described by BMW) on application at all speeds. The vibration increases at higher speeds - thus the major safety issue. This was a result of rotor warping under normal driving conditions (all 4 rotors and pads???? - this IS incredulous). I contacted BMW USA and they declined to rectify the condition so in order to maintain a safe driving condition. I have borne the cost or replacing the rotors and brakes after only 35,000 miles. My previous BMW 6 series was perfect for 72,000 miles on one set of brakes. This represents a manufacturing failure as it it near impossible for all 4 rotors to warp and fail under normal driving conditions.

• May 26, 2017TX68,100 mi
  Engine
  TL* the contact owns a 2012 BMW 650I. While gradually accelerating, the vehicle began to overheat and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (BMW of eastern north) where it was diagnosed that the electric auxiliary water pump failed and needed to be…

  TL* the contact owns a 2012 BMW 650I. While gradually accelerating, the vehicle began to overheat and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (BMW of eastern north) where it was diagnosed that the electric auxiliary water pump failed and needed to be replaced. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 12v161000 (engine). The manufacturer stated that they could not locate the recall, but would consider reimbursement if they found the information. The failure mileage was 68,100.

• Sep 13, 2016CO39,400 miFire
  Seats › Front assembly › Seat heater/cooler

  TL* the contact owns a 2012 BMW 650I. After the front passenger side seat heater was activated, smoke and a small fire emitted from the seat. The contact was able to extinguish the fire. There were no injuries. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 39,400.

• Apr 5, 2016FL24,000 mi
  Service brakes, hydraulic
  TL* the contact owns a 2012 BMW 650I. While driving 70 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the front end of the vehicle began to vibrate violently without warning. The failure was persistent. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the rotors and brake pads failed and…

  TL* the contact owns a 2012 BMW 650I. While driving 70 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the front end of the vehicle began to vibrate violently without warning. The failure was persistent. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the rotors and brake pads failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 24,000. The vin was unavailable. updated 05/17/16*lj

• Dec 2, 2015CA29,000 mi
  Engine · Unknown or other · Wheels
  BMW 650 N63 engine issues aka drivetrain malfunction (dtm) error has been a very common issue in these cars. if you do your research people with brand new cars with less than 100 miles have these issues as well. long story short BMW, na offered to buy back my car after spending more than 5 weeks…

  BMW 650 N63 engine issues aka drivetrain malfunction (dtm) error has been a very common issue in these cars. if you do your research people with brand new cars with less than 100 miles have these issues as well. long story short BMW, na offered to buy back my car after spending more than 5 weeks in the shop for 2ND repair. first repair was the recall , BMW offered as the "customer care package" . I purchased it cpo (certified pre-owned) w/ 26,000 miles., I was unhappy with the offer since they deducted mileage used. dtm occurred at approximately 29,000 miles after having the car for less than 4 months. of course the BMW dismissed it since the dtm resolved after restarting the car. it usually occurs randomly while driving high speeds above 60 mph on the freeway the car shakes, rattles, decelerates and IS unresponsive when stepping on the gas. this IS a known issue in new 650I w/ N63 engines please check youtube, BMW forums and class action lawsuits filed 9/2015 agains BMW, na. the vehicle was getting all the parts replace for the entire month. the car was fine for 2 months than it occurred again and since they did not want to extend my warranty I decided to request a buy back. other issues: excessive engine oil burning, back passenger windows not rolling up completely rear wheal cracking. dtm still occurred after these parts were replaced in the car for the 2ND repair: -catalytic convertor (since they discovered both catalytic converters where coming apart), all 8 spark plugs , 32 valve guide seals. I hope this was of use for someone who feels helpless and have to settle whatever BMW, na IS offering. still entertaining the thought of filing a separate claim from the "buy back" offered by BMW. this IS a huge safety issue which may lead to a fatality due sudden deceleration when driving in high speeds.

• Aug 17, 2015CA23,000 mi
  Engine
  Vehicle engine (N63) loses power while in operation and goes into a drivetrain failure mode reducing enging power substantially. This IS a recurring problem in the car. BMW IS aware of the issue and has taken the car in to repair it 3 times. They recenly performed a customer care program to…

  Vehicle engine (N63) loses power while in operation and goes into a drivetrain failure mode reducing enging power substantially. This IS a recurring problem in the car. BMW IS aware of the issue and has taken the car in to repair it 3 times. They recenly performed a customer care program to remediate the problem. But it occurred agian shortly after thet attempt. BMW made a ruling today, that they will not buyback my car nor offer any other remedy. I specifically want the nhtsa to make an official recall of this engine as it IS not repaired after widespread failures for this specific engine.

• Oct 25, 2014CA1,000 mi
  Engine · Seat belts · Structure › Body
  Tl-the contact owns a 2012 BMW 650I. The contact stated that the front driver's and passenger's side safety seat belts failed to retract. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who replaced the seat belts but the failure recurred. The contact also stated that the convertible top failed to operate and…

  Tl-the contact owns a 2012 BMW 650I. The contact stated that the front driver's and passenger's side safety seat belts failed to retract. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who replaced the seat belts but the failure recurred. The contact also stated that the convertible top failed to operate and the sensor was replaced. In addition, the vehicle failed to accelerate over 25 mph and the injectors for the engine needed to be replaced. The contact also mentioned that the water pump was replaced twice previously. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who determined that the battery failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 1,000. Djr

Defect investigations

NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.

• Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

  EA21002Opened Sep 17, 2021Open
  From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant…

  From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 2016 Blomquist Report at www.nhtsa.gov/sites/nhtsa.gov/files/documents/expert_report-hrblomquist.pdf.Consequently, all frontal inflators using propellant 2004 that do not contain a "desiccant" (a substance that traps and holds moisture) in US vehicles are under recall. These "non-desiccated" inflators either have been or are required to be replaced.In some cases, the remedy part for these recalled inflators was, or will be, an inflator using either propellant 2004 or 2004L that does contain a desiccant. None of these "desiccated" remedy parts (which were installed in older model year vehicles) are currently under recall for a degradation concern. Certain subsets of desiccated PSAN inflators using propellant 2004 for use as original equipment, however, have been recalled for a degradation concern. All Takata inflators produced with propellant 2004L contain desiccant, and none of these desiccated inflators using propellant 2004L are under recall for a degradation concern. There have been no reported field ruptures in any non-recalled desiccated PSAN inflators.It is understood that desiccants fully saturate at some threshold, at which point any additional moisture will not be captured. This means the degradation process observed in non-desiccated inflators using propellant 2004 may also occur in non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004, assuming additional moisture enters the inflator and high temperature cycling occurs. Based on available information, desiccant saturation can occur within the first five years in the worst environments, and the time required for full saturation is affected by multiple factors. While no present safety risk has been identified, further work is needed to evaluate the future risk of non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004.Three entities -- Takata (now known as TK Global), the Independent Testing Coalition, and Exponent -- have been studying the long-term behavior of Takata desiccated PSAN inflators using propellant 2004L (as well as 2004) in the presence of moisture and temperature cycling. The research efforts, which include development of predictive modeling techniques and field sample analysis, are ongoing. To date, none of the researchers have identified field evidence showing that propellant 2004L is undergoing a degradation process that leads to aggressive deployment and potential rupture. However, the time in service of such inflators remains short compared to that of the inflators using propellant 2004. Further study is needed to assess the long-term safety of desiccated inflators using propellant 2004L.The Office of Defects Investigation is opening this investigation to examine whether a safety defect related to propellant degradation exists in non-recalled desiccated PSAN frontal inflators manufactured by Takata. This investigation will require extensive information on Takata production processes and surveys of inflators in the field. Lists of recall actions that may have used desiccated PSAN inflators as remedy parts, as well as the makes and models originally manufactured with them, is available with the downloadable version of this document (see nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=EA21002 -- note this information is subject to change/revision as the investigation proceeds). This investigation does not supersede EA15-001, which remains open.

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.
• 10239605The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warning light comes on while driving. The following DSC fault codes for the wheel speed sensors are stored: 480712 and/or 480715 and/or 480718 and/or 48071B They cannot be cleared, even though the wheel speed sensors work correctly and no problem can be found with the wiring harness.
• 10238090After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.
• 10238062With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Isley, et al. v. Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft and BMW of North America, LLC. The Settlement Benefits are effective and available on and after February 9, 2022. Note: This bulletin is a notice of a Class Action Settlement Service Campaign benefits that are now available.
• 10230716With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Isley, et al. v. Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft and BMW of North America, LLC.
• 10227568According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. The fault may or may not currently be present. Or 2. ACSM fault code "930A1C - Front passenger seat occupancy detection transmitting fault(moisture)" is stored. The fault may or may not currently be present.
• 10215025Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc. This service Information bulletin provides information on shipping "specific" noin-deployed vehicle safety devices that are classified as Dangerous Goods (DG) to Lighting resources, LLC
• 10215024The engine?s intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?eligible USspecification
• 10214990The 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 NBT-EVO, superseded the NBT HU and was introduced in 3/2014. This uses map North America EVO. The Headunit High 4 (HU-H4, also called MGU21) superseded the MGU starting with certain MY2021 vehicles with option code 6U3 Live Cockpit Professional. This uses map North America JOY. The ENTRY Media/Navigation (HU-B) is the low line business version of the navigation system and was introduced in 3/2014. This uses map North America ROUTE. The ENTRY NAV EVO (HU-B2) replaced Entry Media/Navigation as the low-line business version and was introduced in certain MY2018 vehicles. This uses map North America WAY.
• 10214247BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Isley, et al. v. BMW of North America, et al. The Court has granted final approval of the settlement. The Settlement Benefits are effective and available on and after February 9, 2022.
• 10214246BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Isley, et al. v. BMW of North America, et al. The Court has granted final approval of the settlement. The Settlement Benefits are effective and available on and after February 9, 2022.
• 10211851This bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the engine timing chains for wear, and should be completed in conjunction with SI B11 06 14, "N63 Customer Care Package." The N63CCP and N63 Engine Check the Timing Chain are NOT mandatory Technical Campaigns or Recalls. They should be completed only based on parts availability, workshop capacity, and the customer's schedule.
• 10203336Inform 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 highest possible brake performance, customers are likely to hear noises due to the extremely resilient materials. In the same conversation, inform the customer that his/her braking performance can help ensure that the noises do not occur or disappear quickly.
• 10201141Inform 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 highest possible brake performance, customers are likely to hear noises due to the extremely resilient materials In the same conversation, inform the customer that his/her braking performance can help ensure that the noises do not occur or disappear quickly.
• 10200489TELEMATICS 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.
• 10200487TELEMATICS 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 provider starting February 2022.
• 10200249The 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 was made at the discretion of the respective cellular carriers and lies beyond the control of BMW. Due to the phase-out, BMW Assist and ConnectedDrive services will no longer be supported after this date.
• 10200224While engine oil consumption may create a customer inconvenience, in the short term it should not cause any drivability problems that would prevent normal day-to-day operational use of the vehicle
• 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.
• 10186215INCORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATION FOR THE HIGH-PRESSURE PUMP IN ISTA: The current version of ISTA states the incorrect tightening torque for the High-Pressure pump M6 mounting bolts to the cylinder head cover. The correct tightening torque is only 12 Nm for the M6 bolts.
• 10184575TICKING 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.
• 10179812CRACKING 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 stationary.
• 10179009NAVIGATION 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 create the best maps. Your reports help us to detect changes in your area and keep future versions of our maps as accurate as possible. Therefore, a road map error or missing data must be reported directly to the map supplier.
• 10178996TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: Ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied, noticeable at low speeds. The vehicle must be moving.
• 10178991N63 CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT - BATTERY SERVICE BENEFIT - RETROFITS/ REPLACEMENTS: This Service Information bulletin applies to: Class vehicles in operation on the road (Applicable N63 engine model vehicles); by Class members (Class Vehicle owners on the date this settlement became effective), And it provides diagnostic/repairs instructions, as well as, Warranty Information for performed remedies.
• 10178990N63T REAR MONITORING OXYGEN SENSORS - LTD WTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES: Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Rear Monitoring Oxygen (O2) Sensors (one shown) to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date This component-specific limited warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship.
• 10174320CONNECTEDDRIVE/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 Information Bulletin: Is being published because vehicles are down for an extended period of time when researching system failures with ConnectedDrive or BMW Assist. 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.
• 10174032AUTOMATED 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! When the vehicle is connected to the diagnostic system ISTA to perform PDI/QC1 the step to activate the navigation system (part of Delete Transport Mode) will automatically request the INITIAL NAV enabling code (VIN-specific) without pre-ordering the enabling code. This enabling code will be automatically delivered through ISTA and it then activates the navigation system.
• 10174015TAILGATE 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 stopping such as a traffic light etc. Vehicle key trunk/tailgate button may be accidentally pressed thus opening the tailgate.
• 10174009TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B34 05 17 dated September 2017. Ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied noticeable at low speeds. The vehicle must be moving. See attached video V34 01 20 Note: For a similar noise heard when parking with the brakes applied refer to SIB 31 01 12. Microscopic movement of the contact interface between the inner brake disc and the wheel bearing flange on vehicles equipped with lightweight brake discs.
• 10172479LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSIONTO 10 YEARS/120000 MILES: This Service Information Bulletin replaces SI B01 05 18 dated July 2019. Engine starts poorly (hard starting) rough idle and misfires. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) lamp is on.
• 10169460HELPFUL 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 brake systems which are designed for sporty dynamic driving styles. As a side effect of the highest possible brake performance customers are likely to hear noises due to the extremely resilient materials.
• 10168001FRONT SEAT HAS SIDE TO SIDE PLAY AND CAN MAKE NOISES WHEN CORNERING. Either or both of the front seats has side to side (lateral) play, and can make noises when cornering.
• 10167978N63 ENGINE VEHICLES: CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT FOR ENGINE OILCONSUMPTION/BATTER. What's New: The short-term extension window of one (1) year/12,000 miles from date of the settlement has expired.
• 10167977N63: OIL CONSUMPTION CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT DIAGNOSIS/REPAIRS (VERSION 12.0). What's New: Engine Timing Chain Guide Pre-Inspection (with Valve Stem Seal Repair) instruction added Updated N63 Replacement Engine Assembly/Part statement added Warranty Information section updated, including the current coverage and attachments.
• 10167975N63T REAR MONITORING OXYGEN SENSORS: LTD WTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. What's New: The F01 (750i xDrive Sedan) production start date has been corrected The Correction and Warranty Information sections have been updated The Parts Information section has been updated.
• 10165276While engine oil consumption may create a customer inconvenience in the short term it should not cause any drivability problems that would prevent normal day-to-day operational use of the vehicle.
• 10165266SECURITY IMPROVEMENTS FOR CONNECTEDDRIVE. Security patches for non-safety critical vulnerabilities in BMW head units Entry Nav Entry Media NBT and NBT EVO.
• 10163995DIAGNOSTIC 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 message (CCM #29) may be displayed. The engine may run roughly or with reduced power.

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