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2004 BMW 3 SERIES
Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 1

Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 1–60 of 60, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Nov 1, 2003–Jan 16, 2024.

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This archive includes service bulletins, warranty notices, software instructions and other communications. Records may repeat or supersede earlier instructions. A model-year association is not proof that a document covers every engine, trim, VIN or reported symptom, or that a repair is free.

NHTSA download snapshot: Sep 28, 2026. These are communication associations for this vehicle, not unique defects. How records are joined and counted.

Jan 16, 2024Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B510819

NHTSA communication ID: 10249437

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS.

Source record 10249437 at NHTSA
Jan 11, 2024Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B611305

NHTSA communication ID: 10249027

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10249027 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B611305

NHTSA communication ID: 10182619

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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. 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.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10182619 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-12-21-10

NHTSA communication ID: 10037079

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT IS ON. THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND THE ENGINE CRANKS WITH NO START. *RM UPDATED 5/19/15. *PE

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10037079 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-65-14-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10056098

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: SOME AIRBAGS, DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER, ARE IMPROPERLY DEPLOYING DUE TO A POSSIBLE INFLATOR NOT PRODUCED TO SPECIFICATIONS. MODEL 2001-2006 E46 (3 SERIES). *PE UPDATED 9/4/14. *PE

Source components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL.

Source record 10056098 at NHTSA
Mar 1, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-61-13-05

NHTSA communication ID: 10052012

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: BATTERY HAS AN INCREASED DEMAND DUE TO DEVELOPEMENTAL PROCESS OF THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. THIS IS CAUSING THE BATTER TO NEED TO UNDERGO AN ENERGY DIAGNOSIS. *KB

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.

Source record 10052012 at NHTSA
Dec 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-61-37-12

NHTSA communication ID: 10051519

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: THE HIGH-VOLTAGE (HV) BATTERY CELLS COULD BE DAMAGED IF THE VEHICLE IS PREVENTED FROM ENTERING SLEEP MODE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. UPDATED 03/11/2013 *JS

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.

Source record 10051519 at NHTSA
Dec 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB270212

NHTSA communication ID: 10051459

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: DSC WARNING LIGHT IS ON. THE WARNING LAMPS FOR DSC, ABS AND BRAKE WARNING ILLUMINATED. THERE MAY ALSO BE A WARNING IN THE CONTROL DISPLAY FOR CHASSIS CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURE. *JS

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.

Source record 10051459 at NHTSA
Dec 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB122512

NHTSA communication ID: 10051359

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: VEHICLE DOES NOT START: LOOSE GROUND Z6000 *4B. COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THE BMW NEW VEHICLE/SAV LIMITED WARRANTY. *JS

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10051359 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-11-02-08

NHTSA communication ID: 10032779

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW VEHICLE: THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON (MIL) LAMP IS ILLUMINATED AND A POWER REDUCTION IS CLEARLY PERCEPTIBLE. THIS SITUATION MAY OCCUR AFTER DRIVING FOR SOME TIME WITH THE ENGINE ALREADY AT FULL OPERATING TEMPERATURE. IF THE IGNITION IS CYCLED, THE ENGINE THEN USUALLY PERFORMS NORMALLY. *PE UPDATED 2/7/11. *PE UPDATED ON 06/09/2011. *KB UPDATED 8/10/11. *PE UPDATED 1/11/13. *PE

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL.

Source record 10032779 at NHTSA
Apr 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

B63-03-12

NHTSA communication ID: 10044032

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: THE LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT IN THE SIDE PANEL HAS CONDENSATION CONCERNING VEHICLES PRODUCED UP TO FEBRUARY 27,2012. *JS

Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS.

Source record 10044032 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2011Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-72-01-11

NHTSA communication ID: 10041411

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: E92. THE SEAT BELT EXTENDER ON THE FRONT DRIVER¿S OR PASSENGER SIDE FAILED TO DELIVER THE BELT. THE SAFETY BELT EXTENDER EXTENDS BUT THE BELT SLIPS OFF. THE ¿HAND¿ ON THE EXTENDER FAILS. THE SAFETY BELT IS TWISTED. THE EXTENDER WILL NOT OPERATE AND MAKES NOISE WHILE EXTENDING. *RM

Source components: SEAT BELTS · SEAT BELTS:FRONT.

Source record 10041411 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2011Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-63-03-11

NHTSA communication ID: 10040057

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: WIRING ON THE HEADLIGHTS MAY HAVE DETERIORATED DUE TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS AND THE COVER NOT BEING SECURED PROPERLY. E60/E92. *RM UPDATED 9/30/11. *PE

Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS.

Source record 10040057 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2011Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SI-B12-28-07

NHTSA communication ID: 10031684

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: COMPLAINTS THAT THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM HAS ENTERED THE ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE AND THAT THE TURBOCHARGER BOOST IS REDUCED. E82, E88, E90, E92, E93, E60, E61, AND E71. ALL MODELS WITH NAY ENGINES. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED 09/30/11. *PE

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER.

Source record 10031684 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2011Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-65-75-06

NHTSA communication ID: 10029605

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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. *PE UPDATED 9/30/11. *PE

Source components: AIR BAGS.

Source record 10029605 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2011Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-12-15-11

NHTSA communication ID: 10040852

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10040852 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2011Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-61-01-11

NHTSA communication ID: 10040736

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: VARIOUS FUNCTIONS IN THE VEHICLE ARE NOT WORKING INCLUDING: INSTRUMENTS, DOOR LOCKS, WIPERS, AND OTHER ELECTRICAL FUNCTIONS. THERE MAY ALSO BE WARNING LIGHTS ON. K-CAN WIRING IN THE VEHICLE SHORTED. *RM UPDATED 10/5/11. *PE

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING.

Source record 10040736 at NHTSA
Apr 1, 2011Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-72-28-06

NHTSA communication ID: 10040050

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: THE END OF THE SEATBELT ASSISTANT BREAKS/FALLS OFF WHEN RETRACTING. THE RETAINING TAB IS NOT ROBUST ENOUGH. E92. *RM

Source components: SEAT BELTS.

Source record 10040050 at NHTSA
Apr 1, 2011Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-72-05-07

NHTSA communication ID: 10040049

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: A SOFTWARE PROBLEM IS CAUSING ONE OR BOTH OF THE SEAT BELT ASSISTANTS TO NOT EXTEND FULLY OR MAY NOT EXTEND AT ALL. THE POSITION AT WHICH THE ASSISTANT COMES TO REST VARIES. E92. *RM

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · SEAT BELTS.

Source record 10040049 at NHTSA
Apr 1, 2011Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-23-01-08

NHTSA communication ID: 10040045

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: A NEW TECHNICAL SUPPORT PROCESS HAS BEEN CREATED REGARDING TRANSMISSION CONCERNS. *RM

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.

Source record 10040045 at NHTSA
Mar 1, 2011Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-12-16-07

NHTSA communication ID: 10040170

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: A SOFTWARE ERROR IS CAUSING THE THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT TO COME ON. THERE WILL BE STORED TROUBLE CODES. *RM

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10040170 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2010Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-72-03-10

NHTSA communication ID: 10037487

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: ON SOME E92 MODELS THE SAFETY BELT EXTENDER IS NOT EXTENDING THE BELT OR IS NOISY. THIS CAN BE A FAULT OF THE EXTENDER OR THE BELT IS CONTORTED. *RM

Source components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR.

Source record 10037487 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2010Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SI-B-12-04-05

NHTSA communication ID: 10028370

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: CHECK ENGINE LAMP ILLUMINATED AND/OR VEHICLE OVERHEATS. MODELS E83, E85, E86, E70, E90, E91, E92, E93, E60 AND E61. *PE UPDATED 5/24/11. *PE

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10028370 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2010Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-72-01-10

NHTSA communication ID: 10035247

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW VEHICLE: FRONT SAFETY BELT DOES NOT RETRACT SMOOTHLY OR JAMS. THE UPPER PART OF THE DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S FRONT SAFETY BELT DOES NOT ROLL UP FULLY OR ROLLS UP SLOWLY. THE ADJUSTMENT OF THE INERTIA REEL IS INCORRECT AT THE FASTENING POINT. THE BELT IS TOUCHING THE GUIDE FUNNEL. MODELS E90, E91 AND E92. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE

Source components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR.

Source record 10035247 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2010Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-63-02-08

NHTSA communication ID: 10035224

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW VEHICLE: REAR BULB FAILURE. THE BULB OUT WARNING SHOWS IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. DIAGNOSIS SHOWS A FAULT FOR THE REAR LAMP. THE BULB OUT CAN BE DISPLAYED FOR 2 POSSIBLE CAUSES: POOR FIT BETWEEN THE BULB AND BULB HOLDER; BULB FAILURE CAUSED BY VIBRATION. *PE

Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS.

Source record 10035224 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2010Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-65-36-09

NHTSA communication ID: 10037078

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: AIR BAGS · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING.

Source record 10037078 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2010Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-63-02-01

NHTSA communication ID: 10037025

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.

Source record 10037025 at NHTSA
Jul 1, 2010Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-11-08-03

NHTSA communication ID: 10037010

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10037010 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2010Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-13-06-10

NHTSA communication ID: 10036985

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10036985 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2010Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-13-02-10

NHTSA communication ID: 10036984

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.

Source record 10036984 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2010Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-11-02-10

NHTSA communication ID: 10036983

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT IS ON WITH DIESEL ENGINES. *RM

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL.

Source record 10036983 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2010Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-13-07-10

NHTSA communication ID: 10036982

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10036982 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2010Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-16-03-10

NHTSA communication ID: 10036981

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL · FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL.

Source record 10036981 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2010Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-28-02-08

NHTSA communication ID: 10036980

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: A NEW TECHNICAL PROCESS IS BEING USED ON MANY MODELS TO DETERMINE THE ROOT CAUSE OF DOUBLE-CLUTCH TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. *RM

Source components: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION.

Source record 10036980 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2010Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-32-04-07

NHTSA communication ID: 10036979

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM · STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM.

Source record 10036979 at NHTSA
Dec 1, 2009Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-16-02-09

NHTSA communication ID: 10033130

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 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. *PE

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP.

Source record 10033130 at NHTSA
Oct 2, 2009Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-51-19-07

NHTSA communication ID: 10030626

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW VEHICLES: DOORS WILL NOT UNLOCK USING THE KEY FOB OR CENTRAL LOCKING BUTTON. *PE UPDATED1/4/10. *PE UPDATED 5/24/10. *PE

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH · STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR.

Source record 10030626 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2009Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-41-02-09

NHTSA communication ID: 10033135

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW VEHICLES: REAR AXLE CARRIER (SUB FRAME) SUPPORT PROPOSED CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT. UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES, A FRACTURE IN THE STEEL BODY STRUCTURE COULD FORM IN THE AREA AROUND ONE OF THE REAR AXLE CARRIER MOUNTING POINTS. AS A RESULT, A DISTINCT CLICKING NOISE CAN BE HEARD FROM THE AREA OF THE REAR AXLE CARRIER DURING CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS. MODEL E46 (3SERIES). NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE

Source components: STRUCTURE · STRUCTURE:BODY · SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10033135 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2009Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-16-08-06

NHTSA communication ID: 10033131

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW VEHICLES: ENGINE CRANKS BUT DOES NOT START; FUEL LEVEL GAUGE DISPLAYS A SUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF FUEL, ALTHOUGH THE FUEL TANK IS EMPTY; FAULT CODE 2A1C (FUEL LEVEL PLAUSIBILITY) IS STORED IN MSV80. RIGHT SIDE FUEL SENDING UNIT IS DISLODGED FROM ITS BRACKET DUE TO INCORRECT ASSEMBLY. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED 4/29/11. *PE

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM.

Source record 10033131 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2009Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-12-07-06

NHTSA communication ID: 10032650

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: SERVICE ENGINE SOON LAMP ILLUMINATED-FC 23F4 MAP THERMOSTAT. IN SOME VEHICLES HAVE INSUFFICIENT HEAT. E90, E91 (3 SERIES), E60, E61 (5 SERIES) 3/06 AND E83 (X3 SERIES) 9/08. *PE

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL.

Source record 10032650 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2009Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SI-28-02-09

NHTSA communication ID: 10031644

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: COMPLAINT THAT THE N (NEUTRAL) SYMBOL IS BEING DISPLAYED IN THE KOMBI AND THE MESSAGE TRANSMISSION IN N, SHIFT TO P WHEN ENGINE IS TURNED OFF IS DISPLAYED IN THE CC WHEN THE VEHICLE DECELERATES TO A STOP. IN REALTY, THE TRANSMISSION STAYS ENGAGED IN A FIRST OR SECOND GEAR AND DOES NOT SHIFTS TO NEUTRAL, AS INDICATED BY THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. E90, E92, E93 (3 SERIES) 2002-2009. *PE

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.

Source record 10031644 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2009Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SI-B61-16-09

NHTSA communication ID: 10031584

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: VARIOUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS OR INTERMITTENTLY. SYMPTOMS TYPICALLY INCLUDE VARIOUS WARNING LAMPS IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND STARTING PROBLEMS. AFFECTED MAY BE THE EKP (ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED FUEL PUMP), AND CONTROL MODULES ON THE PT CAN OR CONNECTED TO THE 15WUP (WAKE UP) LINE. FUSE F70 MAY BE BLOWN. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. E93 (3 SERIES CONVERTIBLE). *PE

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.

Source record 10031584 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2009Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SI-B64-05-09

NHTSA communication ID: 10031544

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: WATER LEAKS INTO EITHER THE DRIVER'S SIDE OR PASSENGER'S SIDE FOOTWELL DURING FAST CORNERING. INSUFFICIENT SEALING AT THE POINT OF CONTACT BETWEEN THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM AND THE CONDENSATION DRAIN HOSE. *PE

Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.

Source record 10031544 at NHTSA
Aug 1, 2009Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SI-B-34-11-08

NHTSA communication ID: 10030844

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW VEHICLES: TEILECLEARING FOR DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC). A PART REPLACEMENT AUTHORIZATION MUST BE OBTAINED BY SUBMITTING A TC CASE IN PUMA BEFORE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING DSC COMPONENTS ARE REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED IN THE MODEL SECTION OF THIS BULLETIN: DSC CONTROL MODULE, DSC HYDRO UNIT, AND YAW RATE SENSOR. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.

Source record 10030844 at NHTSA
Feb 1, 2009Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-12-12-08

NHTSA communication ID: 10028525

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: SERVICE ENGINE LAMP IS ILLUMINATED. DME FC 2A15 MINOR LEAK AND 2A16 SUPERFINE LEAK IN EVAPORATION SYSTEM. TANK VENTILATION CORRUGATED HOSE MAY CONTACT THE LOW SIDE AIR CONDITIONING PRESSURE LINE ALUMINUM FERREL. THIS CONTACT MAY CAUSE A SMALL LEAK. *PE

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10028525 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2008Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SI B63-04-08

NHTSA communication ID: 10025983

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS.

Source record 10025983 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2008Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SI B52 05 08

NHTSA communication ID: 10025848

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: SEAT FRAME DESIGN CHANGED FOR 392 (3 SERIES COUPE) PRODUCED UP TO MAY 2007. ON EARLY PRODUCTION E92S, THE SOCKET WHICH SECURES THE SEAT BACKREST RELEASE CABLE TO THE RELEASE MECHANISM COULD PULL FREE FROM THE RELEASE MECHANISM. *PE

Source components: SEATS.

Source record 10025848 at NHTSA
May 1, 2008Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SI B63 02 08

NHTSA communication ID: 10025585

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

REAR BULB FAILURE. MODEL E92 (3 SERIES COUPE) VEHICLES PRODUCED UP TO JANUARY 21, 2008 ARE AFFECTED. THE BULB OUT WARNING SHOWS IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. *PE

Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS.

Source record 10025585 at NHTSA
Apr 1, 2008Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SI B11 13 07

NHTSA communication ID: 10025584

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

N54 RATTLE NOISE FROM TURBOCHARGER AREA. MODELS E90, E92 AND E93 (3 SERIES) 335I AND 335XI; E60 AND E61 (5 SERIES) 535I AND 535XI, ALL WITH N54 ENGINE FROM THE START OF PRODUCTION TO JANUARY 17, 2008 PRODUCTION. *PE

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER.

Source record 10025584 at NHTSA
Jan 1, 2008Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SI B12 01 08

NHTSA communication ID: 10025573

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

N52 EDK THROTTLE JAMMING FAULTS 2D09, 2CED AND 2CEC. MODEL E90 AND E91 (3 SERIES) AND E60 AND E61 (5 SERIES), ALL MODELS UP TO 11/2005 WITH N52 ENGINE. *PE

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10025573 at NHTSA
Dec 1, 2007Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-16-01-06

NHTSA communication ID: 10032989

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW: FUEL LEVEL SENSOR REPAIR PROCEDURE. THE CASE WHERE IT IS NECESSARY TO REPLACE THE RIGHT SIDE FUEL LEVEL SENSOR DUE TO A FAILURE, THE ENTIRE PUMP AND HOUSING DOES NOT NEED TO BE REPLACED. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER · FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP.

Source record 10032989 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2007Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-34-078-07

NHTSA communication ID: 10032827

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW VEHICLES: DSC DISABLING FUNCTION. DSC OFF FUNCTION HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED IN M5 AND M6 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE OPTIONAL 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE

Source components: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION.

Source record 10032827 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2007Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-22-01-07

NHTSA communication ID: 10032815

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW VEHICLE: NOISE FROM FRONT AXLE/RIGHT SIDE. A GRINDING OR SCRAPING NOISE MAY BE HEARD WHILE CORNERING AT VEHICLE SPEEDS UP TO 30 MPH. THE NOISE IS MORE PRONOUNCED WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN THE WARM UP PHASE AND MAY CHANGE INTENSITY DURING LEFT AND RIGHT TURNS. THE RIGHT SIDE ENGINE SUPPORT IS MAKING CONTACT WITH THE RIGHT SIDE ENGINE MOUNT. *PE

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION).

Source record 10032815 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2007Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-12-24-07

NHTSA communication ID: 10032814

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW VEHICLE: S54-CATALYST PROTECTION MODE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS LOW ON FUEL. COMPLAINTS THAT THE VEHICLE HAS NO POWER DURING HEAVY ACCELERATION. FUEL RESERVE LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED AND THE FUEL LEVEL, WHEN MEASURED WITH THE SERVICE TESTER, IS BELOW 10 LITERS. WITH THE FUEL LEVEL LOW AND UNDER EXTREME DRIVING CONDITIONS (HEAVY ACCELERATION, CORNERING OR RACING), THE FUEL SUPPLY MAY BE INADEQUATE, CAUSING AN INTERMITTENT LEAN MIXTURE TO BE RECORDED BY ALL 4 OXYGEN SENSORS. *PE

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.

Source record 10032814 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2007Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-12-20-07

NHTSA communication ID: 10032812

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW VEHICLE: M54/M56-MIXTURE TOO LEAN-FAULT CODES 2882/2883 ARE STORED IN THE DME. COMPLAINTS THAT SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED. THE FAULT CODES 2882/2883-FUEL TRIM, MIXTURE TOO LEAN ARE STORED IN THE DME. POSSIBLE CAUSES MAY INCLUDE-INCORRECT AIR FILTER, UNMETERED AIR OR A DEFECTIVE AIR MASS METER. *PE

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL FILTER.

Source record 10032812 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2007Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SIB-11-14-07

NHTSA communication ID: 10032809

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW VEHICLE: N54 TURBOCHARGER WASTE GATE CONTROL NOISES AND OPERATION. AFTER TURNING OFF ENGINE, A SLIGHT RATTLE NOISE IS HEARD FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THIS NOISE IS SIMILAR TO A MECHANICAL TYPEWRITER. IN ADDITION, THE COMPLAINTS OF A SLIGHT REDUCTION OF POWER SIMILAR TO AN INCREASED TURBO LAG. THE VACUUM SUPPLY TO THE WASTE GATES MAY BE RESTRICTED OR BLOCKED. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER.

Source record 10032809 at NHTSA
Feb 1, 2007Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

630306

NHTSA communication ID: 10020856

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

POOR CONNECTION AT REAR LAMP CONNECTOR. BMW. MODEL E46. *KB MODEL E46 (3 SERIES). UPDATE 8/8/2008. *PE

Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS.

Source record 10020856 at NHTSA
Mar 1, 2006Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

120405

NHTSA communication ID: 10015410

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

CHECK ENGINE LAMP ILLUMINATED AND/OR VEHICLE OVERHEATS. BMW E90 (3 SERIES) ALL E90 (3 SERIES) AND E60 (5 SERIES) MODELS EQUIPPED WITH N52 ENGINE. *TT

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE.

Source record 10015410 at NHTSA
Feb 11, 2005Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1220405

NHTSA communication ID: 10012787

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

CHECK ENGINE LAMP ILLUMINATED INTAKE AND AMBIENT TEMPERATURE FAULTS STORED IN DME. *EH

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10012787 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2003Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SI-B-61-16-08

NHTSA communication ID: 10029107

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

BMW:VARIOUS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES WHICH OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING: A/C STOPPED WORKING; FUEL GAUGE DISPLAY IS IMPLAUSIBLE (SHOWS EMPTY); REAR WINDOWS ONE TOUCH FUNCTION IS INOPERATIVE; WINDSHIELD WIPERS ARE WORKING WITH BEING SWITCHED ON; AND VARIOUS WARNING LIGHTS ARE ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. *PE

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10029107 at NHTSA