# Service bulletin 280114

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- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10149361
- Published by NHTSA: 2018\-11\-26
- Manufacturer's number: 280114
- Manufacturer's date: 2014\-10\-01
- NHTSA component: POWER TRAIN

## NHTSA's summary

DCT Transmission: Oil Leakage Diagnosis. INFORMATION Incorrect diagnosis of DCT \(Double\-clutch Transmission\) oil leaks may lead to unnecessary part replacements and repeat customer repair visits. When diagnosing complaints related to DCT fluid leaks, please use the attached diagnostic procedure. WARRANTY INFORMATION Not applicable. ATTACHMENTS View PDF attachment B280114\_DCT\_Oil\_Leak\_Diagnosis. \[ Copyright \(c\)2014 BMW of North America, Inc. \] https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi\-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie\_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm\_store/16672.2.B28011... 12/24/2014

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2014/MC-10149361-9999.pdf)
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## Components

Transmission and driveline

## Trouble codes named

B2801

## Vehicles listed

- 2011 BMW 1 SERIES
- 2011 BMW 1 SERIES M
- 2008 to 2012 BMW 128I
- 2009 BMW 128I US
- 2011 BMW 128I US
- 2008 to 2013 BMW 135I
- 2007 BMW 135I COUPE
- 2011 BMW 135I US
- 2007 to 2010 BMW 328
- 2007 to 2013 BMW 328I
- 2007 to 2008 BMW 328XI
- 2009 to 2010 BMW 328XI
- 2007 to 2010 BMW 335
- 2008 to 2013 BMW 335I
- 2011 BMW 335I US
- 2011 BMW 335IS
- 2013 BMW 335IS
- 2008 BMW 335XI
- 2009 to 2010 BMW 335XI
- 2012 to 2015 BMW 640I
- 2012 to 2015 BMW 650I
- 2008 to 2013 BMW M3
- 2015 BMW M3
- 2011 BMW M3 US
- 2015 BMW M4
- 2013 to 2015 BMW M5
- 2013 to 2015 BMW M6
- 2009 to 2015 BMW Z4

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [2017242](/recalls/tc/2017242.md), 2017-05-03: Powertrain
- [2017049](/recalls/tc/2017049.md), 2017-02-03: Powertrain
- [17V067000](/recalls/nhtsa/17V067000.md), 2017-02-02: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT
- [16V540000](/recalls/nhtsa/16V540000.md), 2016-07-19: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- [15V782000](/recalls/nhtsa/15V782000.md), 2015-11-23: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- [2014435](/recalls/tc/2014435.md), 2014-10-03: Powertrain
- [2011347](/recalls/tc/2011347.md), 2011-09-20: Powertrain
- [11V476000](/recalls/nhtsa/11V476000.md), 2011-09-15: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- [08V595000](/recalls/nhtsa/08V595000.md), 2008-11-14: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
- [2008399](/recalls/tc/2008399.md), 2008-11-05: Powertrain

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [B122519](/bulletins/10230722.md), 2023-01-30, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN. After an automatic engine start \(MSA start\), the transmission intermittently goes into the Park "P" or Neutral "N" position without any customer influence.
- [B110221](/bulletins/10204656.md), 2021-12-13, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CHAIN/BELT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC \(BMW NA\) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Gelis, et al. v. Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft and BMW of North America, LLC.
- [B340921](/bulletins/10203335.md), 2021-11-08, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY. A turbine\-like noise can be heard from the rear axle while deceleration during the first 300 miles of operationwhen braking from low speed.
- [B110317](/bulletins/10203331.md), 2021-11-08, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. BMW of North America, LLC \(BMW NA\) is extending the limited warranty for the engine timing chain and oil pump drive chain modules to: 7 years/70,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in\-service date
- [B120115](/bulletins/10179810.md), 2020-09-14, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN. N20 and N26 Differential Pressure Sensor Fault: 195002 Stored in DME: The Service Engine Soon \(MIL\) light is on with the following differential pressure sensor fault stored: 195002 \- Differential pressure sensor, tank vent valve, electrical: Short circuit to ground During engine operation, vibration and movement of the sensor can damage the pin contacts of the harness connector, or cause a break in the wiring.
- [B012618](/bulletins/10177616.md), 2020-07-27, Service bulletin: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. EPS STEERING ELECTRIC MOTOR MOUNTING BOLTS LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION: There are front end noises when turning the steering wheel and/or there is limited power steering assist when maneuvering or parking the vehicle. For the basic steering gears, one possible cause is that the mounting bolts for the electric motor may become loose, missing and/or broken due to corrosion.
- [B012618](/bulletins/10176357.md), 2020-06-15, Service bulletin: WHEELS; PARKING BRAKE; POWER TRAIN; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; STEERING. EPS STEERING ELECTRIC MOTOR MOUNTING BOLTS \- LTD WTY EXT TO 10 YRS/120000 MILES: There are front end noises when turning the steering wheel and/or there is limited power steering assist when maneuvering or parking the vehicle. For the basic steering gears one possible cause is that the mounting bolts for the electric motor may become loose missing and/or broken due to corrosion.
- [B110208](/bulletins/10175267.md), 2020-05-18, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Power Reduction FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2 A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The "Service Engine Soon" \(MIL\) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for some time with the engine at full operating temperature. If the ignition is cycled the engine then usually performs normally.
- [B340517](/bulletins/10174009.md), 2020-04-20, Service bulletin: BACK OVER PREVENTION; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; WHEELS; POWER TRAIN. TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: This Service Information Bulletin \(Revision 3\) replaces SI B34 05 17 dated September 2017. Ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied noticeable at low speeds. The vehicle must be moving. See attached video V34 01 20 Note: For a similar noise heard when parking with the brakes applied refer to SIB 31 01 12. Microscopic movement of the contact interface between the inner brake disc and the wheel bearing flange on vehicles equipped with lightweight brake discs.
- [121210](/bulletins/10162418.md), 2019-07-10, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE \(TCM/PCM/TECM\); ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. "Engine Idle Speed Dips Too Low While Braking at Lower Vehicle Speeds. The engine speed may drop too low when slowing to a stop, braking at low road speeds, or while parking the car. This occurs intermittently, but can be more apparent when the automatic transmission selector lever is in the ""Sport mode"" position. Unfavorable DME software application"

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