# Service bulletin 121611

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- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10150096
- Published by NHTSA: 2018\-12\-03
- Manufacturer's number: 121611
- Manufacturer's date: 2013\-03\-01
- NHTSA component: ENGINE; POWER TRAIN

## NHTSA's summary

N55 Engine Failsafe \- FC 120308 Boost Pressure Control, Plausibility: Pressure Too Low Stored in DME Fault Memory. INFORMATION The customer complains the SES is illuminated and the engine has reduced power \(engine failsafe mode\).

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2013/MC-10150096-9999.pdf)
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## Components

Engine, Transmission and driveline

## Vehicles listed

- 2011 BMW 1 SERIES
- 2011 to 2013 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
- 2013 to 2014 BMW 320I
- 2006 BMW 325I
- 2006 BMW 325XI
- 2007 to 2010 BMW 328
- 2014 BMW 328D
- 2007 to 2014 BMW 328I
- 2007 to 2008 BMW 328XI
- 2009 to 2010 BMW 328XI
- 2006 BMW 330I
- 2006 BMW 330XI
- 2007 to 2010 BMW 335
- 2009 to 2011 BMW 335D
- 2007 to 2014 BMW 335I
- 2011 BMW 335I US
- 2011 BMW 335IS
- 2013 BMW 335IS
- 2007 to 2008 BMW 335XI
- 2009 to 2010 BMW 335XI
- 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE
- 2011 to 2014 BMW 528I
- 2014 BMW 535D
- 2011 to 2014 BMW 535I
- 2010 to 2012 BMW 535I GRAN TURISMO
- 2011 BMW 535I US
- 2011 to 2014 BMW 550I
- 2010 to 2012 BMW 550I GRAN TURISMO
- 2012 to 2014 BMW 640I
- 2012 to 2014 BMW 650I
- 2012 to 2014 BMW 740I
- 2011 BMW 740I US
- 2011 to 2014 BMW 740LI
- 2009 to 2014 BMW 750I
- 2009 to 2014 BMW 750LI
- 2010 to 2012 BMW 760LI
- 2014 BMW 760LI
- 2013 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 3
- 2014 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 3
- 2012 to 2013 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 5
- 2012 to 2013 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 7
- 2014 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 7
- 2011 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 7
- 2013 BMW F800 R
- 2008 to 2013 BMW M3
- 2011 BMW M3 US
- 2013 to 2014 BMW M5
- 2013 to 2014 BMW M6
- 2011 BMW R 1200 GS ADVENTURE
- 2014 BMW R1200 S ADVENTURE
- 2012 to 2014 BMW X1 SAV
- 2011 to 2014 BMW X3
- 2007 to 2013 BMW X5
- 2010 to 2012 BMW X5 M
- 2008 to 2014 BMW X6
- 2010 to 2012 BMW X6 M

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [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 \(PCV\)
- [2021711](/recalls/tc/2021711.md), 2021-11-19: Engine
- [2020127](/recalls/tc/2020127.md), 2020-03-25: Powertrain
- [2019170](/recalls/tc/2019170.md), 2019-04-05: Engine
- [19V273000](/recalls/nhtsa/19V273000.md), 2019-04-04: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE \(PCV\)

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- [B066425](/bulletins/11027015.md), 2026-01-06, Other: ENGINE. Gasket Return
- [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 \(Hoses\)
- [B065924](/bulletins/11006760.md), 2024-09-02, Other: ENGINE. Radiator Return
- [B063924](/bulletins/11000628.md), 2024-06-01, Service bulletin: ENGINE. Hot\-Film Air Mass Meter Return
- [B010520](/bulletins/10249439.md), 2024-02-01, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. The vehicle demonstrates a power loss and the malfunction indicator lamp \(MIL\) on. The following fault codes may be stored in the DDE: 24CE00 Hot film air mass meter: Ratio of measured to calculated air mass too high 27F000 Charge air hose monitoring in idle: Charge air hose fallen down 290900 Air system, air to EGR air mass flow plausibility: Measured air mass compared to calculated air mass too high 290A00 Air system, air to EGR air mass flow plausibility: measured air mass compared to calculated air mass too high and high charging pressure control deviation
- [MC330423](/bulletins/10248094.md), 2024-01-03, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN. Since October 2023, a new maintenance schedule is valid for all K5x models. For the first time, maintenance positions for the cardan shaft \(Driveshaft\) are included. NOTICE: 1. The new maintenance schedule is not limited to vehicles affected by the SI 33 02 22 \(SERVICE ACTION: Swingarm Drain retrofit and Driveshaft Check\), but is valid for all K5x models \- including retroactively. In case of retroactive validity \(model year 2023 and older\), affected customers will be informed about the change. This will be in the form of a direct\-to\-customer letter with a description of the new maintenance schedule, specific owner’s manual insert, and consumer warranty book insert. 1. For vehicles affected by SI 33 02 22 \(SERVICE ACTION: Swingarm Drain retrofit and Driveshaft Check\), this service action must be performed first. All conditions described in this bulletin apply after the open Service Action has been completed. No additional communication is required for K5x models model year 2024 and onwards. Those models have the new maintenance schedule in their owner’s manual.
- [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
- [SIB330222](/bulletins/10236237.md), 2023-05-15, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT. Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts ofthe driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.
- [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.

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