2003 BMW 745I
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2003 BMW 745I. Newest first.
On certain passenger vehicles, the engine oil filter drain plug may be insufficiently tightened. this could lead to loosening of the plug causing an initial oil spray and a subsequent oil leak.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If a large amount of oil loss occurs, engine damage may result. depending on the extent of the damage, a crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the torque of the oil filter drain plug and, if necessary, retighten the drain plug with the correctly specified torque. Owner notification began on september 12, 2003. owners should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
On certain passenger vehicles, due to a software error, a desynchronization of the valvetronic motors for engine banks I and II may occur. if this occurs, the engine could stall.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In those cases, the driver may not be able to restart the engine. depending on the level of engine roughness, or stalling, as well as traffic conditions and the driver's reactions, this could lead to a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the digital engine management control unit. owner notification began july 8, 2003. owners should contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
Owner complaints
32 complaints8 involved a crash1 involved a fire1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes, hydraulic
The contact owns a 2003 BMW 745i. The contact stated while pulling into the garage and depressing the brake pedal, the engine revved up loudly. The contact stated that upon releasing the brake pedal, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly, crashed into a refrigerator and pushed the refrigerator into…
The contact owns a 2003 BMW 745i. The contact stated while pulling into the garage and depressing the brake pedal, the engine revved up loudly. The contact stated that upon releasing the brake pedal, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly, crashed into a refrigerator and pushed the refrigerator into the wall. The air bags did not deploy. There was no injury sustained. There was no police report filed. The contact parked and turned off the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred the following day. The contact stated that the ABS warning light and the brake warning light had illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V446000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic), and the contact was referred to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle could not be repaired under the recall because the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 47,000.
- Engine · Seat belts
The car smokes from exhaust system when you pull off from red light, driveways, or whenever you excel in the car. I was told its a engine valve problem that BMW IS aware of in the 7 series. This car cost to much for issues like you are a vapor from beyond when driving. also why IS it a problem with sensor on passenger side seat. I only carry a 10 lb. Purse the light stays on consist.
- Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery · Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745I. While driving 70 mph, the fan belt fractured and an unknown warning indicator illuminated, which meant that the vehicle was overheating. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. A week later, the hood was opened and smoke was seen coming from the…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745I. While driving 70 mph, the fan belt fractured and an unknown warning indicator illuminated, which meant that the vehicle was overheating. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. A week later, the hood was opened and smoke was seen coming from the computer panel as a fire started. The contact extinguished the fire with a water hose and disconnected the battery. The vehicle stopped smoking once the battery was disconnected. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 130,000. The vin was not available.
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745I. After starting the engine, the "engine fail safe transmission" message displayed and the shifter would not switch out of the park position. While operating the vehicle, the "failed transmission drive moderate" message displayed and the speed would suddenly…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745I. After starting the engine, the "engine fail safe transmission" message displayed and the shifter would not switch out of the park position. While operating the vehicle, the "failed transmission drive moderate" message displayed and the speed would suddenly reduce. The vehicle also jerked and erroneously accelerate on occasion during gear changes. The cause of the failures were not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 100,000.
- Air bags · Electrical system · Seat belts
Following error when driving vehicle: "fault in pass-restraint system affecting airbag, belt tensioner or belt-force limiter. Fasten and continue to wear seatbelts. Please contact the nearest BMW center" in the navigation system when starting the car. " 2003 BMW 745I. This model/year was not included in prior recall. *tr
- Air bags
There IS a fault in the passenger side seat belt code also the srs airbag light won't go off. *tr
- Air bags · Electrical system · Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745I. The contact stated that after exiting the vehicle, the vehicle rolled away. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a telephone pole. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745I. The contact stated that after exiting the vehicle, the vehicle rolled away. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a telephone pole. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 12v502000 (electrical system, power train). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 153,000. updated 02/09/15*lj the consumer no longer owns the vehicle. Updated 10/7/2015 *js
- Engine · Power train · Unknown or other
This vehicle has a defective transmission, BMW IS aware of this but IS banking on not enough complaints. When the car comes to a complete stop it pushes car to front as if being rear ended, but its the defective transmission guibo joint or and a software issue that BMW had installed in thousands…
This vehicle has a defective transmission, BMW IS aware of this but IS banking on not enough complaints. When the car comes to a complete stop it pushes car to front as if being rear ended, but its the defective transmission guibo joint or and a software issue that BMW had installed in thousands of BMW vehicles at the time. There are many frustrated owners that have paid thousands of dollars for this car. it IS unsafe cause it pushes car to front causing a possible hit to front car in a traffic situation. here IS more about this service bulletin, I feel BMW should fix this at no charge since this IS a safety hazard. read a/t - harsh 3-2/2-1 downshifts/clunk noise , si b 24 17 07 ,automatic transmission december 2007, technical service this service information bulletin supersedes si B24 17 07 dated july 2007. designates changes to this revision warranty information covered under the terms of the BMW new vehicle limited warranty. please refer to the latest ksd for all applicable labor operations and allowances. If the appropriate labor operation IS not contained in ksd, then a work time labor operation should be used. defect code 24 00 39 61 00. *tr
- Electrical system › Software
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745I. After the contact started the vehicle, the passenger restraint system, seat belt, and air bag warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The indicators were reset by selecting the hard drive button located on the gps panel; however, the indicators…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745I. After the contact started the vehicle, the passenger restraint system, seat belt, and air bag warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The indicators were reset by selecting the hard drive button located on the gps panel; however, the indicators were illuminated again the following day when the engine was started. The failure occurred consistently thereafter. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 72,000.
- Air bags · Seat belts
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745li. The contact stated that the seat belt was stuck in the latch. The contact stated that the driver and passenger side air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the air bag sensor was defective. The…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745li. The contact stated that the seat belt was stuck in the latch. The contact stated that the driver and passenger side air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the air bag sensor was defective. The vehicle was only repaired for the seat belt problem. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 200,060.
- Exterior lighting · Latches/locks/linkages
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745I. The contact stated he was unable to access the trunk lid when using the remote or when manually attempting to open. In addition, the rear driver's side door would not close securely without exerting force. Also, the headlamp lenses illuminated dimly whenever…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745I. The contact stated he was unable to access the trunk lid when using the remote or when manually attempting to open. In addition, the rear driver's side door would not close securely without exerting force. Also, the headlamp lenses illuminated dimly whenever activated at night, distorting the contact's vision of the roadway. The headlamp lenses were repaired by a dealer but the problem recurred. The vehicle was not repaired for the defects. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000. updated 7/10/13 *cn the consumer stated the door was replaced by BMW. However, the headlight still needed to be replaced.
- Service brakes
Was driving car at normal speed maybe 35 or 45 mph tried to slow down and car seemed to keep going depressed all the way down car slowed finally and stopped was concerned so called the BMW servicer ( authorized repairer) not dealership they checked and informed me of recall on brake system and felt…
Was driving car at normal speed maybe 35 or 45 mph tried to slow down and car seemed to keep going depressed all the way down car slowed finally and stopped was concerned so called the BMW servicer ( authorized repairer) not dealership they checked and informed me of recall on brake system and felt that was the problem cause they had encountered it before saying it was the brake booster or vacuum. The car was unable to drive so was towed to dealership for recall went to pick up vehicle they said car was fine they found nothing wrong with car asked if they had checked thurally they said yes and found no leaks or problems asked if they test drove it they said no asked what did they check they said brake lines and looked for leaks around booster lines and vacuum pump but only a visual inspection and when I went to drive car home the car was having same problem when I called back they said I had to pay for a brake service check to diagnose problem and I asked didn't yall do that when yall had it because I felt it was a danger to me and everyone on highway me driving a car with no brakes but they said that it was not part of the recall to test vehicle just check for leaks, and that they would only replace the parts if they saw leaks and refused to replace anything (so why waste time to bring vehicle in if they not gonna fix anything makes no since )seemed like they didn't care and said what ever the problem IS isn't under the recall but I've been told it was either booster or vacuum pump and I still haven't gotten it fixed IS there anything that can be done just seems like they don't wanna fix the vehicles just pull u in so they can charge u for recall parts like a scam....... *tr
- Service brakes
Car was recalled for brake issues. A hose was replaced. Brakes begin to fail shortly thereafter and got a point that the car would barely stop. Dealer and BMW say its my problem and insist I pay about $2500 for a repair that IS under this recall. *tr
- Service brakes
The car displayed an error message stating "parking brake malfunction". when I applied the parking brake it did not work. I took the car to the dealership for repair. I paid a total of 1300 dollars to have the parking brake replaced. I later researched this problem on line and found that this IS a very common occurrence with many models of bmw's. *tr
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745I. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel intermittently. The contact dispensed coolant into the reservoir and then after driving 50 miles the malfunction recurred. in 2012, the…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745I. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel intermittently. The contact dispensed coolant into the reservoir and then after driving 50 miles the malfunction recurred. in 2012, the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where an engine overhaul was performed. The engine warning indicator illuminated after driving approximately 300 miles. The vehicle was in the process of being taken to the dealer for the most recent failure. There was recall associated with nhtsa campaign ID number 03v324000 (engine and engine cooling); however the vin was ineligible. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 76,000.
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745I. The contact stated that when the vehicle was shifted into park, the vehicle would independently shift into drive. The failure caused the vehicle to roll away and crash into a porch. the front bumper was damaged. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 BMW 745I. The contact stated that when the vehicle was shifted into park, the vehicle would independently shift into drive. The failure caused the vehicle to roll away and crash into a porch. the front bumper was damaged. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the failure could not be duplicated and no assistance was offered to the contact. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 42,000. updated 05/11/12*lj
- Unknown or other
I have noticed that when decelerating into a stop sign or red light, the transmission at times will violently kick the car forward as if I was just rear ended. it feels like you are getting run into from behind. I have taken the car into the BMW dealership where I have been told that they could…
I have noticed that when decelerating into a stop sign or red light, the transmission at times will violently kick the car forward as if I was just rear ended. it feels like you are getting run into from behind. I have taken the car into the BMW dealership where I have been told that they could not re-create the event during their test drive. I have also taken the car to a third party authorized BMW auto repair shop where I have been told that it IS a common issue for the 7 series model that I have but BMW has offered no solution to the problem. it does not happen every time I drive but it happens at the most random of times. what concerns me IS that when slowing the car while applying the brake to come to a complete stop, IS that I have had numerous close calls where because of the extra kick from what I believe IS a transmission issue, I have come close to rear- ending other vehicles and endangering myself and my own passengers. I have tried to research this on the internet only to find that there are numerous complaints stating very similar incidents.
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Transmission overheats and stalls. while coming to a stop, the car jerks before the stop feels like a someone ran into my bumper with there car. transmission overheats per dash warning. *tr
- Power train › Automatic transmission
I just bought a 2003 BMW 745I with 63K on the dash. I have had this car for two months and the transmission IS gone. I have just purchased a ew. But what can I do because this IS not right and I bought it from a BMW dealer. They said the vehicle was inspected a good to go. Bad business and this IS a rip of for about 7K for a new transmission. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling
My BMW 745I 2003 has experience several area of oil leakage. when brought in to the dealer, I'm told that it's due to the engine cooling error. I found this website with the recall of the same model and year BMW for this very reason but I am told by my dealer and the manufacturing company that my vin # IS not on the list of recalls. how can this be possible when the recall IS for the same year and model. *ln
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
Facsimile from senator on behalf of constituent, regarding brake failure of his 2003 BMW 745I. Constituent IS asking for review/investigation of BMW of san francisco and the BMW 7 series automobiles. *kb the consumer stated the brakes failed while driving 55 mph. The consumer stated a message…
Facsimile from senator on behalf of constituent, regarding brake failure of his 2003 BMW 745I. Constituent IS asking for review/investigation of BMW of san francisco and the BMW 7 series automobiles. *kb the consumer stated the brakes failed while driving 55 mph. The consumer stated a message flashed on the dashboard which said warning-brake-fluid- please stop safely. shortly after that reading, another message flashed brake failure. the consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The consumer was informed that the previous dealer neglected to tighten the caliper bleeder screw. This allowed all of the brake fluid to leak out. The consumer struck a stationary object as a result of the dealers negligence. *Jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic
2003 BMW 745I with brake failure. Consumer states that two warning lights flashed and they were "warning-brake fluid-please", and "brake failure". He states that the dealer tightened the caliper bleeder screw. *kb the consumer stated the previous dealer who worked on his vehicle neglected to…
2003 BMW 745I with brake failure. Consumer states that two warning lights flashed and they were "warning-brake fluid-please", and "brake failure". He states that the dealer tightened the caliper bleeder screw. *kb the consumer stated the previous dealer who worked on his vehicle neglected to tighten the caliper bleeder screw for the left front wheel, which resulted in a loss brake fluid. The consumer hit a curb in order to stop the vehicle, there was some damage to the vehicle.*jb
- Wheels
I recently purchased a set of four 22" sevas S-10 wheels for my 2003 BMW 745I. I live in hawaii and ordered my wheels from dnj wheels in california. Dnj shipped my wheels and tires to me mounted and balanced, so when I received them I took the set to my local tire store (lex brodie) and had them…
I recently purchased a set of four 22" sevas S-10 wheels for my 2003 BMW 745I. I live in hawaii and ordered my wheels from dnj wheels in california. Dnj shipped my wheels and tires to me mounted and balanced, so when I received them I took the set to my local tire store (lex brodie) and had them installed. as soon as I left the lex brodie tire store I noticed a shaking in the car. I felt it in the steering wheel as well as the seat I was in. I took the car back and asked the man that installed the wheels to check the lug nuts and make sure they were all torqued to spec. He verified that they were, and I reported the problem I was having. He said that it might be a problem with the balancing and or the alignment. So I had all four wheels re-balanced and had a four wheel computer alignment done as well. After all this was complete I left the lex brodie only to find the problem with my new wheels remain. this IS when I joined the BMW forum (bimmerfest.com) and noticed that there were several others who were experiencing the same problems with the sevas wheels. There are also several people whose wheels have actually separated while driving! All people whose wheels have separated reported that their car was shaking, as mine IS now, before their accident. This worries me to say the least. I use my car daily to get to and from work most of the time traveling on busy highways. I do not want to see myself, my passengers, or my fellow drivers get involved in a potentially fatal crash because of an issue with a wheel that does not meet proper safety standards. I am filing this complaint in conjunction with several of my fellow BMW 7-series forum members who have also purchased the sevas S-10 wheel. I understand that this IS an ongoing investigation and would like to help in any way that I can. very respectfully. *jb
- Power train › Automatic transmission
I am the first and only owner of a 2003 BMW 745I. at four hundred miles the transmission was replaced due problems shifting etc. at roughly 7500 miles the car while sitting at a stoplight launched itself into the rear end of a SUV causing vehicle damage to the front end of my car. my foot was…
I am the first and only owner of a 2003 BMW 745I. at four hundred miles the transmission was replaced due problems shifting etc. at roughly 7500 miles the car while sitting at a stoplight launched itself into the rear end of a SUV causing vehicle damage to the front end of my car. my foot was firmly on the brake yet it still moved. three weks ago while coasting down a steep freeway decline, the engine revved to 5000 rpm- my foot was not on the gas pedal and the transmission was in gear. BMW has had the car for thee weeks and can find no problems and wishes to return it to me. I have lost all confidence in the vehicle as it IS a danger to me, my family and the public at large. I am not sure of the exact dates as I do not have my paper work with me, but can provide.*ak
- Vehicle speed control
While waiting at a traffic light, the consumer experienced sudden acceleration. The consumer had both feet on the brake. However, the vehicle continued to surge forward resulting in total loss of control of the vehicle damaging 5 other vehicles in the process. provide further details. *jb
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Vehicle Rollaway
In a letter dated October 16, 2012, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR), NHTSA Recall No. 12V-502 to NHTSA identifying a safety defect involving the possibility of unattended vehicle rollaway in MY 2005 through 2008 BMW 7-Series (approximately 45,000) vehicles equipped with the…
In a letter dated October 16, 2012, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR), NHTSA Recall No. 12V-502 to NHTSA identifying a safety defect involving the possibility of unattended vehicle rollaway in MY 2005 through 2008 BMW 7-Series (approximately 45,000) vehicles equipped with the Comfort Access Option.The Comfort Access option allows the driver to start and stop the engine (by pressing the engine start / stop button) without inserting the key fob into the vehicles key slot in the instrument panel.Subject vehicles not equipped with the Comfort Access option require the key fob be inserted the key slot to start the engine.Upon removal of the key from the key slot the vehicle will automatically shift to Park if the driver has not done so using the gearshift lever.Sunject vehicles equipped with the Comfort Access option are designed such that when the vehicle is stopped with the service brakes applied and the transmission in Drive or Reverse, the driver can push the engine start/stop button one time, stopping the engine and automatically shifting the transmission to Park.In its DIR, BMW identified a condition such that if the driver depressed the start-stop button multiple times in rapid succession, the transmission could shift to Neutral instead of Park.With the transmission in neutral, depending on the slope of the road, the vehicle could rollaway if unattended.In review of data submitted to the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) and of reports submitted to BMW, ODI identified 20 reports alleging vehicle rollaway involving vehicles equipped with Comfort Access.The vehicles identified in these reports are all subject to recall 12V-502.Ten of these reports were identified as likely related to the defect described in recall 12V-502.Two of the reports are likely related to other mechanical failures.The remaining 8 allegations of vehicle rollaway could not be associated with a specific cause.There are 32 reports alleging vehicle rollaway in the subject vehicles not equipped with the Comfort Access option.A vehicle based safety defect trend was not identified in these reports.Subject vehicles not equipped the Comfort Access option will automatically shift to Park once the key fob is removed from the key slot.In this regard these vehicles behave similarly to those with traditional mechanical keys where the key cannot be removed from the ignition unless the vehicle is shifted to Park.The difference between these vehicles and the subject vehicles with the Comfort Access option is that in the Comfort Access equipped vehicles, the engine can be started and stopped without the key fob in the key slot.ODI reports 10429922 and 10419177 noted in the EA opening resume were determined to be vehicles not equipped with the Comfort Access option and ODI did not identify a vehicle based safety defect associated with these incidents.This investigation is closed.The ODI report cited above can be reviewed at www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID under the following identification (ODI) numbers:10185770
- Vehicle Rollaway
In response to the Office of Defects Investigation's (ODI) Information Request (IR) for PE11-025, BMW provided ODI with 1 complaint and 46 field reports relating to either incidents of unattended vehicle rollaway or vehicle movement after the driver expected the vehicle gearshift to automatically shift to park. ODI's…
In response to the Office of Defects Investigation's (ODI) Information Request (IR) for PE11-025, BMW provided ODI with 1 complaint and 46 field reports relating to either incidents of unattended vehicle rollaway or vehicle movement after the driver expected the vehicle gearshift to automatically shift to park. ODI's analysis of the data provided by BMW identified 14 crashes and 5 alleged injuries. ODI has also identified 3 additional reports in its database alleging vehicle rollaway incidents of which 2 resulted in crashes.The subject vehicles are all equipped with push-buttons (Start/Stop button) to control starting/stopping the engine and Shift-by-Wire gearshift systems controlled by a column mounted selector lever behind the steering wheel. The Start/Stop button also controls switching the ignition and the radio ready state On and Off. Shift-by-wire systems replace the traditional mechanical connection (e.g., cable or linkage) between the gearshift and automatic transmission with an electronic connection controlled by a computer module. When parking the vehicle, the driver has the capability to manually shift the vehicle to park by pressing the Park button on the end of the electronic gearshift lever. However, the instructions for engine shutoff provided in the owner's manual state that pressing the Start/Stop button serves the dual function of switching off the engine and automatically shifting the transmission to Park.In response to ODI's information request for PE11-025, BMW described several circumstances where the subject vehicles may shift to neutral when the driver may expect it to automatically shift to park. First, for Comfort Access System (CAS) vehicles, if the transmission is in neutral when the key fob is in the ignition slot and the Start/Stop button is pressed to shut-off the engine, the transmission will remain in neutral. This is referred to as the Carwash mode and is a normal operating feature of the vehicles that is described in the owner's manual. BMW also described two circumstances that are not normal operating features and are not described in the owners' manual: (1) with the transmission in drive or reverse and the engine running, if the Start/Stop button is pushed 2 or 3 times within a 0.3 second to 0.5 second interval, the engine will stop and the transmission will shift to Neutral; and 2) if the Park button on the gearshift lever is pressed at the same time that the gearshift lever is actuated (i.e., toggled up or down) to select drive, reverse or neutral; the transmission will shift to neutral or remain in neutral.Beginning in model year (MY) 2005, BMW introduced CAS as an optional feature package for the subject vehicles.The key for CAS equipped vehicles is an electronic code that is sent to the engine control module by a remote transmitter (key fob). An optional docking port (key slot) is provided for driver convenience or to put the vehicle into Car Wash mode, which allows for engine shutoff in neutral. BMW sold approximately 45,000 subject vehicles with CAS and approximately 94 percent of the CAS equipped vehicles were produced from MY 2006 through 2008. Non-CAS subject vehicles were produced from MY 2002 through 2008 and require the remote control to be in the ignition slot located next to the Start/Stop button to start the engine.The 50 incidents identified by ODI's analysis of complaints and field reports include 18 involving CAS vehicles (39.6 incidents per 100,000 vehicles) and 32 involving non-CAS vehicles (42.0 incidents per 100,000 vehicles). Because the incidents are considered random events, the failure rates were also adjusted for vehicle exposure, resulting in rat
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.
- 10247567Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: 032B43 - Low fuel pressure system, electric fuel pump: pressure value too low CDA594 - Message (- 0x33E) missing, receiver DME, transmitter TFE
- 10245422Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicles equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation (folding the mirrors/blinking confirmation) is noticeable. Additionally, the red anti-theft alarm LED in the interior mirror does not briefly flash every 2 seconds, indicating the alarm is armed.
- 10225126Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
- 10152354Check Control Message Displayed; Turn Signals Flash Fast.
- 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.
- 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."
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 10145306NAVIGATION 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:
- 10143564NAVIGATION 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:
- 10037025BMW: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty.
- 10036979BMW: a new technical process has been created for BMW to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models.
- 10033130BMW vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. Where it IS necessary to replace the right or the left side fuel level sensor due to a failure, the entire pump and housing or delivery unit (suction jet assembly) do not need to be replaced as well. In some cases, epc does not show that the repair kit IS available separately in the illustration, but it IS available in the parts description. All models. No model years listed.
- 10022023Crankcase ventilation system - cold climate conditions. Updated on 10/17/07. Updated 6/15/09.
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