# Service bulletin B012118

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- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10167977
- Published by NHTSA: 2019\-11\-18
- Manufacturer's number: B012118
- Manufacturer's date: 2019\-10\-01
- NHTSA component: ENGINE

## NHTSA's summary

N63: OIL CONSUMPTION CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT DIAGNOSIS/REPAIRS \(VERSION 12.0\). What's New: Engine Timing Chain Guide Pre\-Inspection \(with Valve Stem Seal Repair\) instruction added Updated N63 Replacement Engine Assembly/Part statement added Warranty Information section updated, including the current coverage and attachments.

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10167977-0001.pdf)
- [If that address does not open, try this one](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10167977-9999.pdf)

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## Components

Engine

## Vehicles listed

- 2011 to 2013 BMW 1 SERIES M
- 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE
- 2011 to 2017 BMW 550I
- 2010 to 2012 BMW 550I GRAN TURISMO
- 2012 to 2017 BMW 650I
- 2009 to 2015 BMW 750I
- 2009 to 2015 BMW 750LI
- 2012 to 2013 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 7
- 2014 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 7
- 2011 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 7
- 2015 BMW B7 ALPINA
- 2013 BMW F800 R
- 2011 BMW R 1200 GS ADVENTURE
- 2011 to 2013 BMW X5
- 2008 to 2010 BMW X6
- 2010 to 2011 BMW X6 ACTIVEHYBRID SAC

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [2023568](/recalls/tc/2023568.md), 2023-10-20: Engine
- [23V707000](/recalls/nhtsa/23V707000.md), 2023-10-20: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- [18V336000](/recalls/nhtsa/18V336000.md), 2018-05-23: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- [18V248000](/recalls/nhtsa/18V248000.md), 2018-04-18: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
- [17V683000](/recalls/nhtsa/17V683000.md), 2017-10-30: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE \(PCV\)
- [2014127](/recalls/tc/2014127.md), 2014-04-10: Engine
- [11V521000](/recalls/nhtsa/11V521000.md), 2011-10-20: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
- [2011237](/recalls/tc/2011237.md), 2011-06-23: Engine

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [B010122](/bulletins/11028000.md), 2026-02-02, Service bulletin: ENGINE. N63TU1 CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT SVC CAMPAIGN: OIL CONSUMPTION DIAGNOSIS/REPAIR
- [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
- [B120721](/bulletins/10252038.md), 2024-04-01, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Check Control message \(CCM\) indicates: \(ID 213\): Stop, exercising due care. Voltage supply The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following DME Fault Code: 21B209 \- Starter alternator / belt for 48V system \(OSA\_RIEMEN\_RISS\): Belt betweenCombustion engine and starter generator torn And/or one or more of the following other issues are also occurring: Noise in the area of the belt drive. Odor from the engine compartment. Smoke formation in the area of the belt drive. Drive belt damaged or prematurely worn. Torn drive belt.
- [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
- [B120721](/bulletins/10245367.md), 2023-12-06, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Check Control message \(CCM\) indicates: \(ID 213\): Stop, exercising due care. Voltage supply The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following DME Fault Code: 21B209 \- Starter alternator / belt for 48V system \(OSA\_RIEMEN\_RISS\): Belt betweenCombustion engine and starter generator torn And/or one or more of the following other issues are also occurring: Noise in the area of the belt drive. Odor from the engine compartment. Smoke formation in the area of the belt drive. Drive belt damaged or prematurely worn. Torn drive belt.
- [B011423](/bulletins/10245365.md), 2023-12-06, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE \(PCV\) EXTENDED LTD WTY 15 YEARS/150,000 MILES
- [B010919](/bulletins/10245364.md), 2023-12-06, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. DIESEL FUEL INJECTORS: LTD WTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES
- [B170222](/bulletins/10225107.md), 2022-10-31, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Coolant is leaking from under the car which is equipped with the S63 engine. A low coolant warning might also be displayed \(CC Message ID166\).
- [SIB170222](/bulletins/10218366.md), 2022-08-22, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Coolant is leaking from under the car which is equipped with the N63 engine. A low coolant warning might also be displayed \(CC Message ID166\).

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