# Service bulletin B661017

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- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10146770
- Published by NHTSA: 2018\-11\-05
- Manufacturer's number: B661017
- Manufacturer's date: 2017\-09\-01
- NHTSA component: STEERING

## NHTSA's summary

BUZZING NOISE HEARD COMING FROM STEERING WHEEL. While driving at highway speeds, on uneven road surfaces, a buzzing noise is heard coming from the steering wheel. The Lane Departure Warning \(LDW\) vibration system

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2017/MC-10146770-9999.pdf)
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## Components

Steering

## Vehicles listed

- 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE
- 2011 to 2016 BMW 528I
- 2014 to 2016 BMW 535D
- 2011 to 2016 BMW 535I
- 2011 BMW 535I US
- 2011 to 2016 BMW 550I
- 2012 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 3
- 2013 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 5
- 2013 to 2016 BMW M5
- 2013 to 2017 BMW M6
- 2014 to 2016 BMW R1200 S ADVENTURE

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [B340414](/bulletins/10194296.md), 2021-05-24, Service bulletin: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC; STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR. Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components \(less than 212 degrees F\) increases the likelihood of cracks to form.
- [B320616](/bulletins/10151312.md), 2018-12-10, Service bulletin: STEERING. Troubleshooting intermittent Steering Assistance with Electric Power Steering \(EPS\). Intermittent steering assistance failure CAUSE The power supply of the EPS control unit.
- [B510416](/bulletins/10151176.md), 2018-12-10, Service bulletin: STEERING; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Groaning Noise When Adjusting Steering Column. A groaning noise can be heard when the steering column is retracted and moves into the lower position. Friction between gap trim and the lower trim cover.
- [B510416](/bulletins/10151101.md), 2018-12-10, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT; STEERING. SUBJECT Groaning Noise When Adjusting Steering Column. A groaning noise can be heard when the steering column is retracted and moves into the lower position. CAUSE Friction between gap trim and the lower trim cover
- [B070314](/bulletins/10151068.md), 2018-12-10, Service bulletin: ENGINE; STEERING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015. Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair visits \(source\- Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports\). INFORMATION Where diagnosis \(vehicle or short test\) with ISTA has already started, it is important to diagnose the fault code\(s\) listed below \(when they are stored in the vehicle\) to find their root cause during the current workshop visit. This will help lead to a reduction in workshop repeat repair visits and higher customer satisfaction.
- [320113](/bulletins/10150070.md), 2018-12-03, Service bulletin: STEERING. Squeaking Noises when Steering Wheel Is Turned. There are squeaking noises from the steering spindle when the steering wheel is turned. The steering spindle sleeve's plastic bearing is insufficiently lubricated or not lubricated at all.
- [120912](/bulletins/10149338.md), 2018-11-26, Service bulletin: STEERING. Intermittently, the engine idle speed may fluctuate up and down or cut off under any of the following circumstances, without any relevant faults stored in the DME memory: \* While driving off throttle \(coasting\) and braking at speeds below approx. 10 mph \* While idling, low\-speed maneuvering such as parking, or if the steering is turned to the full\-lock position Unfavorable DME software
- [320114](/bulletins/10148313.md), 2018-11-13, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; STEERING. Service Action: Replace Power Steering Pump Belt Pulley. The screw connection on the power steering pump belt pulley may slacken. This may lead to an audible squeaking and rattling at the pulley drive. AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action involves 5 Series 535d vehicles according to VIN selection. First check if a Service Action label with a code number 682 is already attached to the B\-pillar. If a code number 682 has been punched out, the Campaign has already been performed and no further action is necessary. Vehicles which require this Service Action to be completed will show it as "Open" when checked either in the "Service Menu" of DCSnet \(Dealer Communication System\) or with the Key Reader.
- [B320716](/bulletins/10147011.md), 2018-11-05, Service bulletin: STEERING. NO HEATING IN ALCANTARA STEERING WHEEL. The Alcantara steering wheel, which is used in Competition Edition, does not contain heating elements.
- [B661616](/bulletins/10146845.md), 2018-11-05, Service bulletin: STEERING. BUZZING NOISE HEARD COMING FROM STEERING WHEEL. While driving at highway speeds, on older \(worn\) road surfaces, a buzzing noise is heard coming from the steering wheel. The Lane Departure Warning \(LDW\) vibration system

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