# Service bulletin B640613

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- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10146718
- Published by NHTSA: 2018\-11\-05
- Manufacturer's number: B640613
- Manufacturer's date: 2017\-06\-01
- NHTSA component: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

## NHTSA's summary

A/C Cooling: Intermittent Reduction of Air Flow What is new The date in repair procedure and warranty section has been changed for vehicles produced to September 30, 2013 and from October 1, 2013.. Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes. INFORMATION Possibility of reproducing this situation is improved by the following conditions: High outside ambient temperature High humidity Note: It is very difficult to duplicate this issue. The fault may be reproduced under the following conditions: Air\-conditioning system switched on Driving Experience switch NOT set to Eco Pro Slower fan speeds Temperature setting below 68F \(20C\) Trip duration at least 30 minutes Outside temperature above 68F \(20C\) NOTE: After parking the vehicle or switching off the air\-conditioning system for at least 20 minutes, the symptom disappears \(ice melts off evaporator and puddles under the car from the A/C drains\). Evaporator starts to freeze up due to the position of the evaporator temperature sensor.

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2017/MC-10146718-9999.pdf)
- [If that address does not open, try this one](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2017/MC-10146718-0001.pdf)

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## Components

Equipment and accessories, Heating and air conditioning

## Vehicles listed

- 2014 to 2016 BMW 228I
- 2017 to 2018 BMW 230I
- 2013 to 2017 BMW 320I
- 2014 to 2017 BMW 328D
- 2012 to 2016 BMW 328I
- 2016 to 2017 BMW 330E
- 2017 BMW 330I
- 2012 to 2016 BMW 335I
- 2016 to 2017 BMW 340I
- 2014 to 2016 BMW 428I
- 2017 to 2018 BMW 430I
- 2014 to 2016 BMW 435I
- 2017 to 2018 BMW 440I
- 2017 BMW 5\-SERIES GRAN TURISMO
- 2013 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 3
- 2014 to 2015 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 3
- 2014 to 2016 BMW M235I
- 2017 to 2018 BMW M240I
- 2015 to 2017 BMW M3
- 2015 to 2018 BMW M4
- 2017 BMW R 1200 GS ADVENTURE
- 2017 BMW R1200 RT POLICE
- 2017 to 2018 BMW R1200 S ADVENTURE
- 2018 BMW S1000 R

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [2018159](/recalls/tc/2018159.md), 2018-04-04: Accessories
- [17V481000](/recalls/nhtsa/17V481000.md), 2017-07-28: EQUIPMENT

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [SB23\-01](/bulletins/10240305.md), 2023-08-03, Service bulletin: SUSPENSION; STEERING; EQUIPMENT. Spl Parts, Inc. communications index accompanying MCP uploads 23mc40464 \& 23mc40471
- [sb23\-01TMS](/bulletins/10240273.md), 2023-08-02, Service bulletin: SUSPENSION; STEERING; EQUIPMENT. This is the companion to SPL Parts, Inc.'s SB 23\-01 mailed by private label independent distributor Turner Motorsports.
- [SB 23\-01](/bulletins/10240266.md), 2023-08-02, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT; SUSPENSION; STEERING. SPL Parts, Inc. manufacturers and distributes aftermarket lower control arms for dedicated competition vehicles and "track day" cars some of which may be used on both track and highway. SB 23\-01 adresses proper installation torque of cap bolt fasteners attaching SPL's aftermarket lower control arms, recurring inspection and confirmation of torque setting and removal and replacement of damaged or under torqued fasteners to reduce risk of premature failure and accident. SB\-23\-01 was mailed, emailed and posted on SPL website to known resellers, race teams and users of the affected parts and is being submitted here as required by part 579.5. Vehicle Applications include: BMW series 1,2,3,\& 4, 2008\-2023; Chevrolet Camaro 26\-2023, Cadillac ATS, CTS 2016\-2019; Ford Mustang 2015\-2023; Toyota Supra 2020\-2023.
- [B840822](/bulletins/10235205.md), 2023-05-01, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via the Voice over LTE \(VoLTE\) function. For this purpose, the SIM card must perform an IMS registration in the mobile communication network. Due to a production error, the telematics control units were delivered without an IMS configuration. The Connected Drive voice services \(Concierge Call, BMW Assistance, and emergency call voice\) can no longer be used regionally in the US in vehicle with telematics control units ATM\-1 and TCB\-4G. Voice control of the vehicle and all other telephone \(paired mobile devices\) functions are not affected. Emergency call location data is unaffected.
- [B662419](/bulletins/10225126.md), 2022-10-31, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. 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.
- [SIB010119](/bulletins/10224183.md), 2022-10-17, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC \(BMW NA\) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Radiator Grille Upper and Lower Active Air Flaps to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in\-service date. This component\-specific limited warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship. This coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusions that apply to the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks. Air flap issues caused by debris/blockage from outside influences is not a defect in materials or workmanship and is not claimable. During the extended limited warranty coverage period \(Eligible vehicles that are beyond the 4 year/50,000 mileage New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage\), Active Air Flap cosmetic defect issues are not covered. 1. Air flap control \(link\), active, upper \(G12, G30\) 1. Air flap control \(drive\), active, upper. 2. Air flaps, upper \(assembly\). 3. Air flaps, lower \(assembly\).
- [SIB510222](/bulletins/10218392.md), 2022-08-22, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT. Clarified information about the AI revision numbering of affected mirrors.
- [SIB662419](/bulletins/10218384.md), 2022-08-22, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. 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. Note: Opening, closing and starting via the BMW Digital Key or the Digital Key Card are not affected.
- [SIB640921](/bulletins/10218380.md), 2022-08-22, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. On these Plug\-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles \(PHEV\), the air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a standstill. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more \(38 F to 60 F\+; 3 to 15\+ Celsius\) without changing any climate control settings. A difference may be felt in cooling power compared from left to right. In some cases, the air conditioning may have stopped blowing cold air altogether. A rattling noise may also be heard coming from the electrical coolant condenser \(EKMV\).
- [SIB640521](/bulletins/10218378.md), 2022-08-22, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS. A rattling/droning noise is heard in the vehicle interior when the air conditioning \(AC\) is activated. Vibrations are felt in the driver's footwell.

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