# Service bulletin SB\-1214

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- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10049439
- Published by NHTSA: 2013\-01\-16
- Manufacturer's number: SB\-1214
- Manufacturer's date: 2012\-10\-12
- NHTSA component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE

## NHTSA's summary

BMW: VEHICLES NEEDS DIAGNOSING FOR N63 MISFIRE FAULTS WHEN SERVICE ENGINE SOON LAMP IS ILLUMINATED. LACK OF DIAGNOSING ENGINE OR FUEL SYSTEM COULD CAUSE INCORRECT DIAGNOSIS AND REPEATED REPAIR ATTEMPTS. NO MODELS OR MODEL YEARS LISTED. \*PE

## The document

No address for NHTSA's copy can be built for this communication. Ask the dealer for it by the manufacturer's number.

## Components

Engine, Fuel system

## Vehicles listed

- 2012 BMW 128I
- 2012 BMW 135I
- 2012 BMW 3 SERIES
- 2012 BMW 3 SERIES
- 2012 BMW 3 SERIES
- 2012 BMW 325I
- 2012 BMW 328I
- 2012 BMW 335I
- 2012 BMW 5 SERIES
- 2012 BMW 5\-SERIES GRAN TURISMO
- 2012 BMW 528I
- 2012 BMW 535I
- 2012 BMW 535XI
- 2012 BMW 550I
- 2012 BMW 6 SERIES
- 2012 BMW 7\-SERIES
- 2012 BMW 740I
- 2012 BMW 750LI
- 2012 BMW C600 SPORT MAXI\-SCOOTER
- 2012 BMW K 1300 S
- 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL
- 2012 BMW R 1200 GS
- 2012 BMW R 1200 RT
- 2012 BMW S 1000 RR
- 2012 BMW X3
- 2012 BMW X5
- 2012 BMW X5 SAV
- 2012 BMW X6
- 2012 BMW Z4

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [2024705](/recalls/tc/2024705.md), 2024-11-19: Engine
- [2024468](/recalls/tc/2024468.md), 2024-08-13: Engine
- [24V608000](/recalls/nhtsa/24V608000.md), 2024-08-13: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS/RECEPTACLES; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP
- [2023568](/recalls/tc/2023568.md), 2023-10-20: Engine
- [23V707000](/recalls/nhtsa/23V707000.md), 2023-10-20: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- [2022095](/recalls/tc/2022095.md), 2022-03-02: Engine
- [22V119000](/recalls/nhtsa/22V119000.md), 2022-03-02: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE \(PCV\)
- [2021056](/recalls/tc/2021056.md), 2021-02-09: Fuel System
- [21V060000](/recalls/nhtsa/21V060000.md), 2021-02-08: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- [20V471000](/recalls/nhtsa/20V471000.md), 2020-08-10: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [B110614](/bulletins/11016414.md), 2025-04-03, Service campaign: ENGINE. This bulletin outlines the Customer Care Package program that has been designed exclusively for BMWvehicles with the N63 engine. Vehicles with the N63 high performance engine are engineered with EfficientDynamics that provides fueleconomy without compromising on its “class leading” power and performance. To ensure these engines keep delivering the ultimate performance, we have designed this Care Package thatincludes a 6 point check, and if necessary, the replacement of one or more of the following powertraincomponents: Hot\-Film Air Mass Sensors PIEZO High Pressure Fuel Injectors Engine Vacuum Pump Fuel System Low Pressure Sensor/Feed Line Fresh Air Intake Turbo Seals Crankcase Ventilation Lines \(Hoses\)
- [B063924](/bulletins/11000628.md), 2024-06-01, Service bulletin: ENGINE. Hot\-Film Air Mass Meter Return
- [B160623](/bulletins/10247567.md), 2024-01-03, Service bulletin: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Engine 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
- [MC160214](/bulletins/10245433.md), 2023-12-06, Service bulletin: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. BMW Motorrad USA has become aware of a potential durability issue with the film type fuel level sender “Fuel Strip” equipped on certain model year 2005 to 2013 R and K series motorcycles.
- [MC110322](/bulletins/10242927.md), 2023-10-01, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. During the production of the intake camshaft there was a change in the coolant used to prevent localized overheating of parts of the camshaft. Because of this, certain parts of the camshaft may have a changed surface hardness that can result in increased wear of the rocker arms and camshaft over time.
- [B010919](/bulletins/10230717.md), 2023-01-30, Service bulletin: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC \(BMW NA\) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Fuel Injectors to 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in\-service date.
- [B170222](/bulletins/10225107.md), 2022-10-31, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Coolant is leaking from under the car which is equipped with the S63 engine. A low coolant warning might also be displayed \(CC Message ID166\).
- [SIB160222](/bulletins/10218412.md), 2022-08-22, Service bulletin: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM. The fuel gauge may indicate the incorrect fuel level \(full and reserve\).
- [SIB170222](/bulletins/10218366.md), 2022-08-22, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Coolant is leaking from under the car which is equipped with the N63 engine. A low coolant warning might also be displayed \(CC Message ID166\).
- [SIB011918](/bulletins/10215746.md), 2022-07-18, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR. Component specific limited warranty extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC \(BMW NA\) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle Nitrogen Oxide \(NOx\) Sensor\(s\) to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle original in\-service date.

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