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Service bulletin BMWOCT0312

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The communication, as NHTSA indexes it (as of 2026-10-19)
TypeService bulletin
NHTSA id10150339
Published by NHTSA2018-12-03
Manufacturer's numberBMWOCT0312
Manufacturer's date2012-10-01
NHTSA componentSTRUCTURE

NHTSA's summary

BMW Parts Bulletin TEC8R Mount Return BMW AG has requested the inspection of the following part numbers: 51 12 8 050 385 and 51 12 8 050 386 Stock must not be sold or installed on any vehicle. Stock with an index lower than 05 must be returned. The index number should be located on the part label after the barcode part number or on the part itself. Please return the part(s) to your facing Regional Distribution Center (RDC). Submit for return using a YR26 damage claim with order reason BM2. A valid BMW delivery and delivery item number must be entered, and TEC8R must appear in the text of your TEC claim. TEC8R is valid from October 18, 2012, through October 31, 2012. The deadline for filing a claim under TEC8R is October 31, 2012. All parts must be returned to your facing RDC no later than November 14, 2012. (c) 2012, BMW of North America, LLC. The contents of this document are confidential and should not be shared with third parties for distribution.

The document

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Components

Body and frame

Vehicles listed
BMW K SERIES

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