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Service bulletin SI B12 05 16

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The communication, as NHTSA indexes it (as of 2026-10-19)
TypeService bulletin
NHTSA id10076479
Published by NHTSA2016-07-14
Manufacturer's numberSI B12 05 16
Manufacturer's date2016-04-01
NHTSA componentENGINE

NHTSA's summary

N55 - Engine Malfunction Warning Due to Vapor Forming in the Fuel System The Engine “Drivetrain Malfunction” Check Control warning is displayed and the Service Engine Soon (MIL) Lamp may also be on. In areas where winterized fuel is used, this situation may occur after prolonged periods of engine idling or “stop and go” driving. Vapor formation in the fuel system from fuel quality characteristics of certain winter fuel blends along with high engine compartment temperatures.

The document

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Components

Engine

Vehicles listed
BMW BMW

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