Service bulletin 511213
A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.
| Type | Service bulletin |
|---|---|
| NHTSA id | 10150223 |
| Published by NHTSA | 2018-12-03 |
| Manufacturer's number | 511213 |
| Manufacturer's date | 2013-08-01 |
| NHTSA component | VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR |
NHTSA's summary
Grating Noise from Side Window Defroster Vent. The customer may notice a grating or creaking noise coming from the instrument panel at the extreme left or right side. It is only heard when the vehicle is in motion. CAUSE The side window defroster vent fitment (in the instrument panel) causes a grating noise when driving, and torsional forces are applied. The driver's or passenger's side can both be affected.
The document
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Components
Glass, wipers and mirrors, Heating and air conditioning
| BMW X5 | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
|---|---|
| BMW X5 M | 2010 to 2012 |
| BMW X6 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| BMW X6 M | 2010 to 2012 |
Listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned: the document says which.
| 10V025000 | 2010-01-28. VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD |
|---|---|
| 2010017 | 2010-01-26. Visual System |
A recall listed here may apply to some of the same vehicles. Only the manufacturer can say whether it applies to one vehicle.
| B065825 | 2025-12-01. Other. Rear Glass Return |
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| B510819 | 2024-02-01. Service bulletin. The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. |
| B540421 | 2023-11-01. Service bulletin. This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry |
| B540421 | 2022-10-31. Service bulletin. The front sunroof glass seal has shrunk, creating a gap which can cause wind noise or excess water entry. |
| SIB640821 | 2022-08-22. Service bulletin. The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more (38 F to 60 F +) without changing any climate control settings. In some cases the air conditioning may have stopped blowing cold air altogether. |
| B510415 | 2021-05-17. Service bulletin. The customer complains of rattling noises from the rear window when driving on rough roads. |
| 513608 | 2019-07-10. Service bulletin. "Outside Door Mirror Moves when Locking or Unlocking the Vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory button typically will return the mirror to the stored position. Poor electrical contacts of the mirror drive in the mirror housing INFORMATION The problem has been integrated into ISTA diagnostics. Follow the diagnosis test plan using the latest ISTA version. In Information Search, select the "Function Structure"" tab. Select Body, Mirror, Door mirror, Driver's or passenger side, Exterior Mirror Malfunction, and then press "Start Search". Select test plan ""AM5102_00010". |
| B130616 | 2018-12-10. Service bulletin. Certain air conditioning condensers must be replaced. Premature condenser failure due to corrosion. Replace the condenser if the vehicle contains the affected part number (9255983) AND the production date of the part falls on or before 11/11/13. |
| B650709 | 2018-12-10. Service bulletin. Whistling Noise Coming from the Center Vent - A/C is Off . A very high pitched whistling or beeping noise is heard coming from the center vents. The flow of refrigerant through the expansion valve at certain temperature differentials. |
| 541208 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. Water Leak from the Front of the Sunroof. During extended periods of heavy rain, water may enter the vehicle from the area around the front of the sunroof cassette, the Roof Control Panel (FZD), the map lights, or the A-pillars. The customer may also simply state that the carpet in the front of the vehicle is wet. The sunroof cassette is overflowing due to the fact that one or both of the front sunroof drains are trapped or twisted. |