2006 BMW 750I
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 2006 BMW 750I. Newest first.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2005-2008 745i, 745Li, 750i, 750Li, 760i, 760Li, and B7 Alpina vehicles equipped with both the Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options. In these vehicles, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The door may unexpectedly open due to road or driving conditions or occupant contact with the door. The sudden opening may result in occupant ejection or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the door latch system, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports wagons, model year 2006-2007 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i sedans and 530xi sports wagons, model year 2006 760i sedans, model year 2006-2007 750i, 750Li, and…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners with an interim notification letter in January 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, BMW sent a second letter in August and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, free of charge. Additionally, owners of model year 2006-2007 3 Series with standard seats, 5 Series with comfort seats, and Z4 models, will receive an extended warranty on their front passenger seat occupant detection mat. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 7-Series vehicles, equipped with the Comfort Access option, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through July 24, 2008. The affected vehicles have an electronic key and an electronic connection between the gear shifter and the transmission (shift-by-wire) that automatically shifts the transmission to Park when the…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the driver exits the vehicle with the transmission in Neutral and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may rollaway. Unattended rollaway incidents often result in a crash or cause injury to pedestrians attempting to stop or enter the vehicle or to other bystanders in the path of the vehicle.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners beginning in November 2012. The remedy became available in March 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 7-Series vehicles, equipped with both Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through September 3, 2007. Due to a software problem, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The door may unexpectedly open due to road or driving conditions or occupant contact with the door. The sudden opening may result in occupant ejection or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners and dealers will update software. The recall began on December 12, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Owner complaints
57 complaints2 involved a crash1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Latches/locks/linkages · Structure › Body › Door › Handle › Exterior
The contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V328000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The contact stated that the passenger's side rear door had failed to function as intended and failed to open. Additionally, the handle on the driver's side rear door…
The contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V328000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The contact stated that the passenger's side rear door had failed to function as intended and failed to open. Additionally, the handle on the driver's side rear door intermittently failed to function as intended and required to be hit to function as intended. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to perform the recall repair because the door latch system on the vehicle was old. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
TL* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. The contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 17v328000 (latches/locks/linkages). The vehicle was taken to tom bush BMW jacksonville (9875 atlantic blvd, jacksonville, fl 32225) where they stated that they repaired the vehicle. After leaving…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. The contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 17v328000 (latches/locks/linkages). The vehicle was taken to tom bush BMW jacksonville (9875 atlantic blvd, jacksonville, fl 32225) where they stated that they repaired the vehicle. After leaving the dealer, the contact noticed that the rear driver's side door would not latch and close all the way. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where they stated that the contact would have to pay out of pocket to have the door latch repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Electronic stability control (esc)
There was a recall a couple years ago regarding the parking brake actuator on my vehicle. the dealership in jacksonville, florida states they repaired it. however, I am still having the same issue now and the parking brake actuator sensor light IS flashing on my dashboard. according to the description of what can happen if this IS faulty and happen, I am scared for my life to drive the car.
- Service brakes
Brakes suddenly became very hard to engage. it took quite a bit of force to bring the car to a complete stop. A mechanic informed me that the brake booster system had failed and that BMW had a recall for the system - 10v-466. I called BMW warranty and informed them of the reason for my call as…
Brakes suddenly became very hard to engage. it took quite a bit of force to bring the car to a complete stop. A mechanic informed me that the brake booster system had failed and that BMW had a recall for the system - 10v-466. I called BMW warranty and informed them of the reason for my call as well as the vin. they told me that there were no outstanding recall notices for my vehicle. while no one could tell me when, the fact that there were no outstanding recall notices on this vehicle apparently indicating that the correction on the car had been made. after a lengthy debate about what this meant and why BMW said they had no more responsibility for the issue, I asked to speak to a supervisor. I got sarah (employee #7716), an escalation supervisor. very nice but essentially told me there was nothing she could do, that BMW was not responsible for this matter and there was no one that she could escalate me to. if the correction, as spelled out in the recall notice was in fact made, it did not work. the actual language used in the recall notice under correction states as follows: 'the updated brake booster vacuum supply line with fluid check valve IS to be installed in all applicable vehicles to eliminate future contamination.' (the emphasis IS mine) I had esc save all of the parts and they have confirmed that in fact the brake booster was contaminated with oil which caused the membrane to fail. to me, this means one of two things: 1. the updated booster vacuum supply line with fluid check was never installed in my vehicle; or 2. the BMW solution to the problem was faulty. as for the brake booster vacuum supply line, it appears that the line was replaced at 97K miles in august of 2013. so what good did that do? it failed again, (i have all of the parts) in less than 5 years. see documentation attached.
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle shifted gears independently, made a loud noise, and shook. The dealer had not been contacted. The manufacturer was notified and the contact was awaiting a call back. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 98,000.
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. While reversing at 5 mph, the vehicle automatically shifted into neutral and the parking warning indicator illuminated. The contact turned off the vehicle, but it failed to restart. On another occasion, while driving, the vehicle shifted inadvertently into park…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. While reversing at 5 mph, the vehicle automatically shifted into neutral and the parking warning indicator illuminated. The contact turned off the vehicle, but it failed to restart. On another occasion, while driving, the vehicle shifted inadvertently into park and then into neutral. The contact stated that the vehicle was turned off, but was able to restart. The contact called crown BMW greensboro at (336) 790-9848 (located at 3902 w wendover ave, greensboro, nc 27407) and was informed that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 98,555.
- Unknown or other
Tl-contact owns a 2006 BMW il .... Contact stated he contacted BMW north america three different times... Drivers side door latch failed while driving... Contact paid to get door latch fixed ...BMW stated they would reimburse contact for repairs that were paid for previously. No remedy as of yet…
Tl-contact owns a 2006 BMW il .... Contact stated he contacted BMW north america three different times... Drivers side door latch failed while driving... Contact paid to get door latch fixed ...BMW stated they would reimburse contact for repairs that were paid for previously. No remedy as of yet for door latch. Contact stated he had contacted ceo of BMW north america that refused contact a reimbursement until remedy IS found. wbahn831recallsassociated with this vin may 18,2017 manufacturer recall numberna nhtsa recall number17v328 recall statusrecall incomplete, remedy not yet available summarydoor latches: a door can appear to be closed, although it may have stopped closing in a position close to the vehicle body and not be completely closed. Therefore, an irregular road surface, or an inadvertent contact with the door interior, could cause it to unexpectedly open while driving. safety riskif the door unexpectedly opens while driving, this could result this could result in a crash or increase the risk of injury. 5x6dt60448...
- Service brakes
Rollaway: certain model year 2005 through 2008 7 series equipped with the comfort access option and manufactured from august 23, 2004 through july 24, 2008 have an electronic key and an electronic connection between the gear shifter and the transmission (shift-by-wire) that automatically shifts the…
Rollaway: certain model year 2005 through 2008 7 series equipped with the comfort access option and manufactured from august 23, 2004 through july 24, 2008 have an electronic key and an electronic connection between the gear shifter and the transmission (shift-by-wire) that automatically shifts the transmission to park when the driver presses the start/stop button to shutdown the engine. If the engine start/stop button IS pressed 2 or 3 times within a short time interval, the system may shift the transmission to neutral rather than park. If using the electronic key (comfort access mode), there would be no protection from the ignition interlock that prevents key removal if the vehicle IS not in park.
- Engine
The transmission drive fault light and engine light are coming on and the car does not want to switch gears. On some occasions park becomes neutral, also it hesitates to start. Sometimes the only gear that will work IS reverse. The car was just started, in motion on the street and highway when these problems have occurred.
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. While driving 20 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The engine would rev and the transmission fault warning indicator illuminated. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and was able to be drive; however…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. While driving 20 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The engine would rev and the transmission fault warning indicator illuminated. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and was able to be drive; however, the transmission fault indicator remained illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact mentioned that the failure began two months ago and would occur occasionally, but then became a daily occurrence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 116,000.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owned a 2006 BMW 750I. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact rear ended a vehicle, lost control, and struck the barrier wall four times. The air bags did not deploy. The air bag warning indicator illuminated. A police report was filed. There was one injury that required…
TL* the contact owned a 2006 BMW 750I. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact rear ended a vehicle, lost control, and struck the barrier wall four times. The air bags did not deploy. The air bag warning indicator illuminated. A police report was filed. There was one injury that required medical attention. The contact suffered four lacerations. The vehicle was towed to a salvage yard and deemed destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer sent an adjuster a year later to diagnose the vehicle. The inspector stated that the bald tires could have caused the air bags not to deploy. The vin was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
- Structure › Body
Doors will not latch I spoke with dealer he wanted me to spend$195 before he worked on my car I explain after reaching the problem and found a recall on one of the sensor s. Still refuse to repair without me spending $195.
- Air bags · Seat belts
A warning message IS informing me that the (fault in pass-restraint system affecting airbag, belt tensioner or belt force limiter) needs to be check.
- Engine · Power train · Steering
While driving about 20 miles per hour approaching a stop, the car shifted into neutral and on the dash indicated the gear IS now "n", then steering wheel locked and I could not turn to pull off the road. This was dangerous as I was in the middle of the road. After turning off the car, turning it…
While driving about 20 miles per hour approaching a stop, the car shifted into neutral and on the dash indicated the gear IS now "n", then steering wheel locked and I could not turn to pull off the road. This was dangerous as I was in the middle of the road. After turning off the car, turning it back on, the problem disappears. If this fault happens on a highway, it can cause a fatal accident if the steering wheel locks and gear shifts to neutral. From reading BMW forums, they say possible causes could be the integrated supply module, transmission fault, electrical issue, or the smg sensor. Please read similar stories online. At the links below. http://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?1618729-car-went-into-neutral-on-it-s-own-while-driving-then-died! *tr
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 750. The contact stated the vehicle would not shift into gear and the transmission warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be reprogrammed. The manufacturer was not notified of the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.
- Unknown or other
Transmission fault. Drive moderately. car won't move forward when shifted to drive. Gear won't engage.
- Air bags
I just purchased a 2006 BMW 750I. Beautiful car. I saw that it had a recall. So I took it to the BMW dealership in charlotte nc northlake to get it checked out because I just bought the vehicle. I told them about the recall and they said they would check it. It's the year 2016 and they tell me that…
I just purchased a 2006 BMW 750I. Beautiful car. I saw that it had a recall. So I took it to the BMW dealership in charlotte nc northlake to get it checked out because I just bought the vehicle. I told them about the recall and they said they would check it. It's the year 2016 and they tell me that the recall was for 10 years and that they wouldnt repair the problem. My car IS 10 years old and I dont understand why they wont repair it. And its a very serious problem for me and my family. The airbag IS a very serious recall. Was just hoping that I could get some help with this issue. I dont feel as if I should have to pay for the repairs on such a serious defect. And it was a recall for a reason
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. While parking in the driveway at approximately 3 mph, the transmission warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vin was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 133,000.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. While driving various speeds, the air bag warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel, which indicated there was an issue with the passenger occupant protection mat. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 13v564000 (air bags). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000.
- Unknown or other
Passenger door will not latch. The passenger door opened on the highway and my kid almost flew out of the car. The door will not shut close & it remains open. There IS a defect with the latching mechanism.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The contact noted that the failure occurred after the vehicle was restarted, but not while driving. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. Prior to the failure, the vehicle was repaired…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The contact noted that the failure occurred after the vehicle was restarted, but not while driving. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. Prior to the failure, the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 13v564000 (air bags). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
- Electrical system · Engine
I took my car to the BMW dealership in 2012 because I noticed oil in my garage. I was told there was no oil leak and nothing was wrong. I reported in 2013 that the 'add oil' indicator was coming on less than 2,000 miles after an oil change and was told there was nothing found that need servicing.…
I took my car to the BMW dealership in 2012 because I noticed oil in my garage. I was told there was no oil leak and nothing was wrong. I reported in 2013 that the 'add oil' indicator was coming on less than 2,000 miles after an oil change and was told there was nothing found that need servicing. in 2014 I took my car back because my oil indicator stated I needed to add oil and I was told I had an oil gasket issue that would cost $11,000 to correct. I took my car to the dealership 3 times while it was under warranty and was never told of any problem until after the warranty expired. the same IS true with the transmission; I had my car serviced while under warranty but wasn't told of a transmission malfunction until the warranty was expired. I have to add oil every 3 to 4 weeks and my overdrive IS not functional. now I am experiencing a problem with the drivers door; it won't close at all but I was told that my car IS not on the recall list for the door malfunction.
- Structure › Body › Door
TL* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. The contact stated that the driver side door failed to close. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the door actuator failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 104,000.
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. While driving approximately 65 mph, the transmission slipped out of fifth gear into third gear violently and the warning indicator illuminated. The transmission failed to shift properly into first, second, and fourth gears. The vehicle was driven with caution…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 750I. While driving approximately 65 mph, the transmission slipped out of fifth gear into third gear violently and the warning indicator illuminated. The transmission failed to shift properly into first, second, and fourth gears. The vehicle was driven with caution to the contact's residence. The contact also experienced difficulty when shifting out of the park position. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 91,000.
- Air bags · Structure › Body
Passenger side door opens on its on as stated in recall threatening the safety nad life of my passenger my air bag warning lights are constantly displayed. My air bag system IS now compromised and this IS another BMW recall on vehicles in this years make and model. but vehicle IS exhibiting all…
Passenger side door opens on its on as stated in recall threatening the safety nad life of my passenger my air bag warning lights are constantly displayed. My air bag system IS now compromised and this IS another BMW recall on vehicles in this years make and model. but vehicle IS exhibiting all of these defects/problems but I am excluded. ID like to know the legality of my exclusion before I go further with any legal action when I attempted to move my vehicle initially the first instance of occurrence caught my attention concerning the door. And the air bag warning stays on from the time I start the car until I turn it off .
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
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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:
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