TSB List for the 2001 BMW X5

Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2001 X5 are official communications between BMW & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

  • STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
  • STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
  • SUSPENSION
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • PARKING BRAKE:INDICATOR LIGHT
  • ENGINE (PWS)
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (PWS)
  • FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
  • POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
  • POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT
  • POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
  • VISIBILITY
  • VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
  • VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
  • VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
  • AIR BAGS
  • AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
  • AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
  • STRUCTURE
  • STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
  • STRUCTURE:BODY
  • STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
  • STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
  • LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
  • SEATS
  • SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
  • ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
  • ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
  • LANE DEPARTURE
  • INTERIOR LIGHTING
  • EQUIPMENT
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
  • STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

    • TSB #SIB-32-04-07

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10036979

      BMW: A NEW TECHNICAL PROCESS HAS BEEN CREATED FOR BMW TO IDENTIFY CAUSES OF STEERING COMPLAINTS WITH A WIDE RANGE OF MODELS. *RM Read More »

    STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

    • TSB #SIB-32-04-07

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10036979

      BMW: A NEW TECHNICAL PROCESS HAS BEEN CREATED FOR BMW TO IDENTIFY CAUSES OF STEERING COMPLAINTS WITH A WIDE RANGE OF MODELS. *RM Read More »

    SUSPENSION

    • TSB #B310112

      Date Announced:
      APR 09, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10253324

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #SI B37-03-07

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10025775

      BMW: DYNAMIC DRIVE (ARS) FRONT SWAY BAR REPAIRS. E70 (X5) WITH SPORT PACKAGE OPTION CODE ZSP. *PE Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

    • TSB #B270216

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147008

      "REPAIRING TRANSFER CASE ACTUATOR (VTG SERVO-MOTOR). The Anti-lock Brakes (ABS), Brakes and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warnings are on and there may also be a ""Drivetrain Malfunction"" warning on in the Control Display. Read More »

    PARKING BRAKE:INDICATOR LIGHT

    • TSB #SI B34 01 08

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10025586

      THE PARKING BRAKE WARNING IS ILLUMINATED AND FAULT CODE 6032 IS STORED. FOR MODEL E70 (X5). *PE Read More »

    ENGINE (PWS)

    • TSB #SIB-010511

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10051299

      BMW: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. N52K ENGINE DMTL PUMP: EMISSIONS WARRANTY EXTENSIONS TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #B160623

      Date Announced:
      DEC 20, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10247567

      Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. Read More »

    • TSB #B170222

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10225107

      Coolant is leaking from under the car which is equipped with the S63 engine. A low coolant warning might also be displayed (CC Message ID166). Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

    • TSB #SIB-12-15-11

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10040852

      BMW: THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT IS ON. THERE ARE TROUBLE CODES STORED FOR THE CRANKSHAFT SENSOR. NO DRIVEABILITY ISSUES. *RM Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-11-08-03

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10037010

      BMW: SIX DIFFERENT MODELS EQUIPPED WITH THE M54 ENGINE COULD HAVE VALVE COVERS BREAK IN COLD WEATHER AND RUIN THE ENGINE. THIS IS DUE TO MOISTURE ACCUMULATION. *RM Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-13-07-10

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10036982

      BMW: THERE IS A ROUGH ENGINE IDLE AND "SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT" WHEN DRIVING DOWNHILL IN HIGH ALTITUDES DURING COLD WEATHER. THERE MAY BE SIX DIFFERENT FAULT CODES. *RM Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-13-06-10

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10036985

      BMW: A SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT COMES ON. THE ENGINE WILL ONLY OPERATE TO 1500 RPMS AND LACKS POWER. THERE IS A SOFTWARE APPLICATION ERROR. *RM Read More »

    • TSB #SI-B-11-01-07

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10029025

      BMW: SMALL NUMBER OF VEHICLES EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS RANGING FROM LEAKING OIL FILLER CAPS, LEAKING OR BROKEN VALVE COVERS, TO COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE IN EXTREMELY COLD CLIMATE CONDITIONS. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-12-23-07

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032813

      BMW VEHICLE: FC 2EF4 CHARACTERISTIC MAP THERMOSTAT. COMPLAINTS THAT THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LAMP IS ILLUMINATED. FAULT CODE 2EF4 CHARACTERISTIC MAP THERMOSTAT IS STORED IN DME FAULT MEMORY. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

    • TSB #SIB120302

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #633437

      SUBJECT REGARDING DME REPROGRAMMING FOR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. *TT Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

    • TSB #SIB-17-02-09

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10053585

      BMW: OIL LEAKS FROM THE AIR HOSE ON TURBOCHARGER. THIS IS DESIGNATED FOR E70, AND E90 MODELS WITH M57Y DIESEL ENGINES. SERVICE ENGINE SOON LAMP MAY BE ILLUMINATED. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-16-03-10

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10036981

      BMW: WARNING MESSAGE ON ABOUT LOW DIESEL EXHAUST FUEL LEVEL AND THAT THE ENGINE WILL NOT RESTART WITHIN 999 MILES. THE LIGHT COMES ON A FEW THOUSAND MILES EARLIER THAN A RECOMMENDED OIL CHANGE. *RM Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-13-02-09

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032642

      BMW VEHICLES: DIAGNOSIS FOR LOW PRESSURE FUEL SUPPLY FAULTS. THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LAMP IS ILLUMINATED (A FUEL PUMP MALFUCTION MESSAGE IS DISPLAYED IN THE CC), AND A COMBINATION OF THE FOLLOWING FAULT CODES MAY BE STORED IN THE DDE ... Read More »

    • TSB #SI-B-11-01-07

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10029025

      BMW: SMALL NUMBER OF VEHICLES EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS RANGING FROM LEAKING OIL FILLER CAPS, LEAKING OR BROKEN VALVE COVERS, TO COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE IN EXTREMELY COLD CLIMATE CONDITIONS. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

    • TSB #SIB-12-09-08

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032781

      BMW VEHICLE: DRIVEABILITY COMPLAINTS DUE TO COOLING FAN RELAY FAILURE. THE CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF INTERMITTENT DRIVEABILITY PROBLEMS, DESCRIBED AS-ENGINE IS LACKING POWER WHEN ACCELERATING UPHILL; TRANSMISSION WILL NOT UPSHIFT UNDER ... Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

    • TSB #SI-B-11-01-07

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10029025

      BMW: SMALL NUMBER OF VEHICLES EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS RANGING FROM LEAKING OIL FILLER CAPS, LEAKING OR BROKEN VALVE COVERS, TO COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE IN EXTREMELY COLD CLIMATE CONDITIONS. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    • TSB #B160623

      Date Announced:
      DEC 20, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10247567

      Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB160712

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2012
      NHTSA ID:
      #10051419

      BMW: SERVICE ACTION: REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FUEL LEVEL SENSOR. DUE TO HIGH PROPORTION OF ETHANOL IN THE FUEL, THE INTERNAL MECHANISMS OF THE FUEL LEVEL SENSORS MAY SWELL. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-13-02-10

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10036984

      BMW: IT IS NOW POSSIBLE TO PERFORM A FUEL QUALITY DETECTION TEST ON VEHICLES WITH AN N54 ENGINE. *RM Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

    • TSB #SIB-16-02-09

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10033130

      BMW 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 ... Read More »

    FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (PWS)

    • TSB #SIB160222

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10218412

      The fuel gauge may indicate the incorrect fuel level (full and reserve). Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

    • TSB #SIB-16-03-10

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10036981

      BMW: WARNING MESSAGE ON ABOUT LOW DIESEL EXHAUST FUEL LEVEL AND THAT THE ENGINE WILL NOT RESTART WITHIN 999 MILES. THE LIGHT COMES ON A FEW THOUSAND MILES EARLIER THAN A RECOMMENDED OIL CHANGE. *RM Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-13-02-10

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10036984

      BMW: IT IS NOW POSSIBLE TO PERFORM A FUEL QUALITY DETECTION TEST ON VEHICLES WITH AN N54 ENGINE. *RM Read More »

    • TSB #SI-B130209

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10029544

      BMW: DIESEL: DIAGNOSIS FOR LOW PRESSURE FUEL SUPPLY FAULTS. SERVICE ENGINE SOON LAMP IS ILLUMINATED (A FUEL PUMP MALFUNCTION MESSAGE IS DISPLAYED IN THE CC) AND A COMBINATION OF THE FOLLOWING FAULT CODES MAY BE STORED IN THE DDE CONTROL ... Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

    • TSB #B270216

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147008

      "REPAIRING TRANSFER CASE ACTUATOR (VTG SERVO-MOTOR). The Anti-lock Brakes (ABS), Brakes and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warnings are on and there may also be a ""Drivetrain Malfunction"" warning on in the Control Display. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT

    • TSB #SI-B31-01-08

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10031624

      BMW: REPLACEMENT OF FRONT OUTER CV JOINT. COMPLAINTS OF CLICKING OR GRINDING NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT AXLE AREA WHEN MAKING A TURN. THE FRONT OUTER CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT BOOT IS SPLIT OPEN AND THE JOINT IS ALREADY DAMAGED. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

    • TSB #SI-B31-01-08

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10031624

      BMW: REPLACEMENT OF FRONT OUTER CV JOINT. COMPLAINTS OF CLICKING OR GRINDING NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT AXLE AREA WHEN MAKING A TURN. THE FRONT OUTER CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT BOOT IS SPLIT OPEN AND THE JOINT IS ALREADY DAMAGED. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #B510819

      Date Announced:
      JAN 16, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10249437

      The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. Read More »

    • TSB #B510819

      Date Announced:
      JAN 16, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10249437

      The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. Read More »

    • TSB #B653423

      Date Announced:
      NOV 22, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10245422

      Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Read More »

    • TSB #B610120

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10225115

      Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downward hand pressure is maintained. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB650222

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10218382

      A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the Instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB662419

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10218384

      Vehicle 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. Read More »

    • TSB #B011618

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10149557

      For the above-referenced vehicles with driver?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW NA?) will provide a Customer Support Program as outlined in the Takata Settlement Customer Support Program Overview attachment. Read More »

    • TSB #B120808

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147861

      SI B12 08 08 Engine Electrical Systems December 2015 Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 08 08 dated April 2008. The vehicle's NOx emissions may exceed the legally mandated limits. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-61-05-12

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10051971

      BMW: BATTER DISCHARGED BECAUSE OF UNFAVORABLE DRIVING PROFILE. THIS IS CAUSED ON SHORT TRIPS (LESS THAN 3 MILES) OR WHEN THE TELEPHONE OR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IS USED FOR UP TO 30 MINUTES WHILE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-61-08-10

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10037026

      BMW: ELCTRONICALLY DISCONNECTING THE JUNCTION BOX WITHOUT DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE REAR POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX. *RM Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-61-15-09

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032640

      BMW VEHICLES: VARIOUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS ARE POSSIBLE ON THE VEHICLE: WARNING LAMPS ILLUMINATED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER; CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES; SYSTEMS INOPERATIVE; FUSE BLOWN; WIPERS IN DEFAULT MODE (PERMANENTLY ON); AND FAULT CODES ... Read More »

    • TSB #SI-B61-15-09

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10034666

      BMW: VARIOUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. ON THE VEHICLE, VARIOUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS ARE POSSIBLE. WARNING LAMPS ILLUMINATED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER; CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES; SYSTEMS INOPERATIVE; FUSE BLOWN; WIPERS IN DEFAULT MODE (PERMANENTLY ... Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-34-03-07

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032641

      BMW VEHICLES: DSC WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED. THE DSC (DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL) WARNING LAMP IS ILLUMINATED AND SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING FAULT CODES ARE STORED: 6E58; 6E04; 53BA; D36F; 55C3; 6ECA; AND THE WIPERS MAY ALSO BE ... Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-12-09-08

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032781

      BMW VEHICLE: DRIVEABILITY COMPLAINTS DUE TO COOLING FAN RELAY FAILURE. THE CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF INTERMITTENT DRIVEABILITY PROBLEMS, DESCRIBED AS-ENGINE IS LACKING POWER WHEN ACCELERATING UPHILL; TRANSMISSION WILL NOT UPSHIFT UNDER ... Read More »

    • TSB #SI B61 11 07

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10024508

      MISSING CLIP ON POWER CABLE CAUSES VARIOUS ELECTRICAL COMPLAINTS. *NJ Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-61-11-07

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032844

      BMW VEHICLE: MISSING CLIP ON POWER CABLE CAUSES VARIOUS ELECTRICAL COMPLAINTS. VEHICLE WILL NOT START. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OR DISPLAYS ARE FLICKERING. REMOTE CONTROL WILL NOT UNLOCK VEHICLE. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-61-13-07

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032845

      BMW VEHICLE: ELECTRONIC MALFUNCTION CC MESSAGE CAUSED BY SHORTED WIRING. THE ELECTRONIC MALFUNCTION CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE MAY BE DISPLAYED; THE SOUNDS SYSTEM EMITS A STATIC NOISE FROM THE SPEAKERS; THE RFK (REAR VIEW CAMERA) DOES NOT ... Read More »

    • TSB #651201

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #628427

      REVISED INFORMATION REGARDING ALPINE CD53 RADIO CAUSING DEAD BATTERY CONDITION. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #651201

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #628401

      CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN OF A DISCHARGED BATTERY WITH THE ALPINE CD53 RADIO. *TT Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

    • TSB #SIB-61-05-12

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10051971

      BMW: BATTER DISCHARGED BECAUSE OF UNFAVORABLE DRIVING PROFILE. THIS IS CAUSED ON SHORT TRIPS (LESS THAN 3 MILES) OR WHEN THE TELEPHONE OR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IS USED FOR UP TO 30 MINUTES WHILE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-61-08-10

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10037026

      BMW: ELCTRONICALLY DISCONNECTING THE JUNCTION BOX WITHOUT DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE REAR POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX. *RM Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

    • TSB #SIB-65-36-09

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10037078

      BMW: THE AIRBAG WARNING LAMP IS ILLUMINATED DUE TO A SOFTWARE ERROR. *RM Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-51-26-10

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10037027

      BMW: MODEL E70 EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TAILGATE. THE REAR TAILGATE MAY NOT OPERATE IN EITHER DIRECTION DUE TO WIRING DAMAGE. *RM Read More »

    • TSB #SI-B61-15-09

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10034666

      BMW: VARIOUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. ON THE VEHICLE, VARIOUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS ARE POSSIBLE. WARNING LAMPS ILLUMINATED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER; CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES; SYSTEMS INOPERATIVE; FUSE BLOWN; WIPERS IN DEFAULT MODE (PERMANENTLY ... Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-34-03-07

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032641

      BMW VEHICLES: DSC WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED. THE DSC (DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL) WARNING LAMP IS ILLUMINATED AND SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING FAULT CODES ARE STORED: 6E58; 6E04; 53BA; D36F; 55C3; 6ECA; AND THE WIPERS MAY ALSO BE ... Read More »

    • TSB #SI B 340307

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10025363

      DSC WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED. E70 (X5) VEHICLES PRODUCED UP TO JANUARY 28, 2007. *PE UPDATED 9/10/08. *PE Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-61-13-07

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032845

      BMW VEHICLE: ELECTRONIC MALFUNCTION CC MESSAGE CAUSED BY SHORTED WIRING. THE ELECTRONIC MALFUNCTION CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE MAY BE DISPLAYED; THE SOUNDS SYSTEM EMITS A STATIC NOISE FROM THE SPEAKERS; THE RFK (REAR VIEW CAMERA) DOES NOT ... Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

    • TSB #SIB-61-15-09

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032640

      BMW VEHICLES: VARIOUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS ARE POSSIBLE ON THE VEHICLE: WARNING LAMPS ILLUMINATED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER; CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES; SYSTEMS INOPERATIVE; FUSE BLOWN; WIPERS IN DEFAULT MODE (PERMANENTLY ON); AND FAULT CODES ... Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    • TSB #SIB-65-36-09

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10037078

      BMW: THE AIRBAG WARNING LAMP IS ILLUMINATED DUE TO A SOFTWARE ERROR. *RM Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-13-06-10

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10036985

      BMW: A SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT COMES ON. THE ENGINE WILL ONLY OPERATE TO 1500 RPMS AND LACKS POWER. THERE IS A SOFTWARE APPLICATION ERROR. *RM Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-12-23-07

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032813

      BMW VEHICLE: FC 2EF4 CHARACTERISTIC MAP THERMOSTAT. COMPLAINTS THAT THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LAMP IS ILLUMINATED. FAULT CODE 2EF4 CHARACTERISTIC MAP THERMOSTAT IS STORED IN DME FAULT MEMORY. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-61-13-07

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032845

      BMW VEHICLE: ELECTRONIC MALFUNCTION CC MESSAGE CAUSED BY SHORTED WIRING. THE ELECTRONIC MALFUNCTION CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE MAY BE DISPLAYED; THE SOUNDS SYSTEM EMITS A STATIC NOISE FROM THE SPEAKERS; THE RFK (REAR VIEW CAMERA) DOES NOT ... Read More »

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    • TSB #SIB-63-02-01

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10037025

      BMW: PROCEDURE FOR DETERMINING AND REPLACING INCANDESCENT AND HALOGEN LIGHT BULBS UNDER WARRANTY. *RM Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-63-04-10

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10041804

      BMW: THE BULB HAS FAILED ON THE DAYTIME RUNNING LAMP. *PE Read More »

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

    • TSB #SIB-63-09-14

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10057566

      BMW: SOME VEHICLES, WITH 552 OPTION, ARE EXPERIENCING A MALFUNCTION OF LED HEADLIGHT ON ONE WHERE IT FLICKERS ON AN DOFF DURING DRIVING AND THE CONTROL CHECK MESSAGE IS INDICATING DEFECTIVE DRIVING LIGHT OR PARKING LIGHT. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-63-05-11

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10042704

      BMW: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE XENON HEADLAMP OFTEN HAVE NO TROUBLE FOUND WHEN RETURNED AND TESTED THRU WARRANTY PARTS SYSTEM. THE ROOT CAUSE IS NOT POSSIBLE TO BE IDENTIFY. *PE Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-63-04-10

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10041804

      BMW: THE BULB HAS FAILED ON THE DAYTIME RUNNING LAMP. *PE Read More »

    • TSB #SI B63-04-08

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10025983

      BMW: HEADLAMP MOISTURE: FAULT DIAGNOSTICS. WATER OR CONDENSATION IN ONE OR BOTH HEADLAMPS. MODELS 5 SERIES, 6 SERIES, 7 SERIES, X5, X6, 1 SERIES, AND 3 SERIES. MODEL YEARS 2000-20008. *PE Read More »

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

    • TSB #SIB-63-10-09

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10040177

      BMW: THE BRAKE LIGHT FAILS AND THE BULB HOLDER IS DEFORMED DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES AND THE COMPOSITION OF THE HOLDER. *RM UPDATED ON 4/25/2013. *KB Read More »

    VISIBILITY

    • TSB #541309

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10149603

      "Panoramic Sunroof Repair Instructions. INFORMATION Sunroof Repair Instructions: The panoramic sunroof contains several ""mechanism sets"" which can be repaired and/or replaced independently in the event of a mechanical failure. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

    • TSB #B510819

      Date Announced:
      JAN 16, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10249437

      The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. Read More »

    • TSB #B510819

      Date Announced:
      JAN 16, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10249437

      The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #B540421

      Date Announced:
      OCT 18, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244239

      This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry Read More »

    • TSB #541309

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150039

      "?Panoramic Sunroof Repair Instructions. INFORMATION Sunroof Repair Instructions: The panoramic sunroof contains several ""mechanism sets"" which can be repaired and/or replaced independently in the event of a mechanical failure. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

    • TSB #SIB-34-03-07

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032641

      BMW VEHICLES: DSC WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED. THE DSC (DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL) WARNING LAMP IS ILLUMINATED AND SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING FAULT CODES ARE STORED: 6E58; 6E04; 53BA; D36F; 55C3; 6ECA; AND THE WIPERS MAY ALSO BE ... Read More »

    AIR BAGS

    • TSB #SIB650222

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10218382

      A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the Instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. Read More »

    • TSB #B013118

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160244

      TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL-RELATED SHORT-TERM ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION AND CONSEQUENTIAL REPAIRS This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 31 18 dated October 2018. Read More »

    • TSB #B013118

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10160287

      TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL-RELATED SHORT-TERM ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION AND CONSEQUENTIAL REPAIRS This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 31 18 dated October 2018. Read More »

    • TSB #B011618

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10153726

      TAKATA CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT. CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM. FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG MODULES. Read More »

    • TSB #B011618

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10149557

      For the above-referenced vehicles with driver?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW NA?) will provide a Customer Support Program as outlined in the Takata Settlement Customer Support Program Overview attachment. Read More »

    • TSB #B080119

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10154816

      In an effort to improve the completion rate on Takata air bag recall affected vehicles; BMW NA has expanded the BMW Ultimate Rewards platform to include a new Recall Support page. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-65-75-06

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10029605

      BMW SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. THE AIRBAG WARNING LAMP (AWL) IS ILLUMINATED, TOGETHER WITH THE PASSENGER AIRBAG STATUS LAMP (POL). THE PROBLEM MAY BE INTERMITTENT. MICROCRACKS IN THE OC3 SEAT MAT. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-65-36-09

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10037078

      BMW: THE AIRBAG WARNING LAMP IS ILLUMINATED DUE TO A SOFTWARE ERROR. *RM Read More »

    AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

    • TSB #B011618

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10153726

      TAKATA CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT. CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM. FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG MODULES. Read More »

    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

    • TSB #SI B65 04 14

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10057707

      BMW:SOME BMW MODELS MAY OR MAY NOT DISPLAY AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT. *TA Read More »

    STRUCTURE

    • TSB #B540421

      Date Announced:
      OCT 18, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244239

      This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry Read More »

    • TSB #SI-B51-30-08

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10029008

      BMW: WATER LEAK IN THE FRONT RIGHT FOOTWELL AREA CAUSING THE CARPET TO BECOME WET. *PE Read More »

    STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

    • TSB #SI-B51-30-08

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10029008

      BMW: WATER LEAK IN THE FRONT RIGHT FOOTWELL AREA CAUSING THE CARPET TO BECOME WET. *PE Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY

    • TSB #SI-B51-30-08

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10029008

      BMW: WATER LEAK IN THE FRONT RIGHT FOOTWELL AREA CAUSING THE CARPET TO BECOME WET. *PE Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE

    • TSB #SIB-51-26-10

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10037027

      BMW: MODEL E70 EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TAILGATE. THE REAR TAILGATE MAY NOT OPERATE IN EITHER DIRECTION DUE TO WIRING DAMAGE. *RM Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

    • TSB #SI-B51-30-08

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10029008

      BMW: WATER LEAK IN THE FRONT RIGHT FOOTWELL AREA CAUSING THE CARPET TO BECOME WET. *PE Read More »

    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

    • TSB #510307

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10021405

      INSTALL HOOD LATCH CORROSION RESISTANT CLIP. *KB Read More »

    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

    • TSB #B660523

      Date Announced:
      OCT 19, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244242

      Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints. Read More »

    TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

    • TSB #SIB-36-05-07

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032988

      BMW: TIRE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED DUE TO LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURE. MODEL E90, E91(3 SERIES);E92, E92 (3 SERIES); E60 (5 SERIES); E60 (M5); E63, E64 (6 SERIES); E63, E64 (M6); E65, E66 (7 SERIES); E70 (X5); E83 (X3); AND E85, E86 (Z4). Read More »

    SEATS

    • TSB #B522319

      Date Announced:
      OCT 20, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244258

      Second seat row blocking access to third seat row, program seat modules. Visible stitching on first row sport seat. Third seat row backrest Bowden cable routing and length change. Read More »

    • TSB #B520419

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10225110

      The driver's side (left rear) of the 60/40 split 2nd row seat may intermittently not fully latch into position on one side (inner rail). Read More »

    SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

    • TSB #SIB-52-08-09

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10037238

      BMW: THERE ARE NOISES WHEN ADJUSTING THE FRONT DRIVER OR PASSENGER SEATES. *RM Read More »

    ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

    • TSB #SIB-34-03-07

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2009
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032641

      BMW VEHICLES: DSC WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED. THE DSC (DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL) WARNING LAMP IS ILLUMINATED AND SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING FAULT CODES ARE STORED: 6E58; 6E04; 53BA; D36F; 55C3; 6ECA; AND THE WIPERS MAY ALSO BE ... Read More »

    ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)

    • TSB #B270216

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10147008

      "REPAIRING TRANSFER CASE ACTUATOR (VTG SERVO-MOTOR). The Anti-lock Brakes (ABS), Brakes and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warnings are on and there may also be a ""Drivetrain Malfunction"" warning on in the Control Display. Read More »

    FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

    • TSB #B660523

      Date Announced:
      OCT 19, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244242

      Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints. Read More »

    LANE DEPARTURE

    • TSB #B660523

      Date Announced:
      OCT 19, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244242

      Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints. Read More »

    INTERIOR LIGHTING

    • TSB #SI B65 04 14

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10057707

      BMW:SOME BMW MODELS MAY OR MAY NOT DISPLAY AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT. *TA Read More »

    • TSB #SI515401

      Date Announced:
      FEB 02, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #629364

      SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN OF THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT (HATCH) INTERIOR LIGHT BEING LOOSE OR BROKEN. *JG Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #B653423

      Date Announced:
      NOV 22, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10245422

      Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB662419

      Date Announced:
      JUN 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10218384

      Vehicle 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. Read More »

    • TSB #B650916

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10152674

      Radio / Navigation / Head Unit Identification Guide Read More »

    • TSB #120913

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150160

      State Inspection and Emission (I/M) Test Fails Due To an Invalid VIN Number. The customer of an affected vehicle may fail to pass an I/M test due to a non-compliant 17digit vehicle identification number (VIN) stored in the DME (Digital ... Read More »

    • TSB #541309

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150039

      "?Panoramic Sunroof Repair Instructions. INFORMATION Sunroof Repair Instructions: The panoramic sunroof contains several ""mechanism sets"" which can be repaired and/or replaced independently in the event of a mechanical failure. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

    • TSB #B662419

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10225126

      Vehicle 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. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-61-08-10

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10037026

      BMW: ELCTRONICALLY DISCONNECTING THE JUNCTION BOX WITHOUT DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE REAR POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX. *RM Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-12-23-07

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032813

      BMW VEHICLE: FC 2EF4 CHARACTERISTIC MAP THERMOSTAT. COMPLAINTS THAT THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LAMP IS ILLUMINATED. FAULT CODE 2EF4 CHARACTERISTIC MAP THERMOSTAT IS STORED IN DME FAULT MEMORY. Read More »

    • TSB #SIB-61-13-07

      Date Announced:
      NOV 01, 2007
      NHTSA ID:
      #10032845

      BMW VEHICLE: ELECTRONIC MALFUNCTION CC MESSAGE CAUSED BY SHORTED WIRING. THE ELECTRONIC MALFUNCTION CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE MAY BE DISPLAYED; THE SOUNDS SYSTEM EMITS A STATIC NOISE FROM THE SPEAKERS; THE RFK (REAR VIEW CAMERA) DOES NOT ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

    • TSB #651201

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #628703

      ON SOME PARKED VEHICLES, THE ALPINE CD53 RADIO CAUSES THE BUS TO WAKE UP AT AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BELOW 40F, THE BATTERY COULD ALSO BECOME DISCHARGED. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #SI651201

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #629358

      SUBJECT REGARDING SERVICE ACTION TO REPROGRAM ALPINE CD53 RADIO. *JG Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #541309

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150039

      "?Panoramic Sunroof Repair Instructions. INFORMATION Sunroof Repair Instructions: The panoramic sunroof contains several ""mechanism sets"" which can be repaired and/or replaced independently in the event of a mechanical failure. Read More »

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