# Service bulletin B651320

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- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10188954
- Published by NHTSA: 2021\-03\-15
- Manufacturer's number: B651320
- Manufacturer's date: 2021\-02\-01
- NHTSA component: STRUCTURE

## NHTSA's summary

COLLECTION OF DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS: BMW intends to perform evaluations and analyses on these side air bags.

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10188954-0001.pdf)
- [If that address does not open, try this one](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10188954-9999.pdf)

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## Components

Body and frame

## Vehicles listed

- 2011 to 2013 BMW 1 SERIES M
- 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE
- 2011 to 2016 BMW 528I
- 2014 to 2016 BMW 535D
- 2011 to 2017 BMW 535I
- 2010 to 2012 BMW 535I GRAN TURISMO
- 2011 BMW 535I US
- 2011 to 2017 BMW 550I
- 2010 to 2012 BMW 550I GRAN TURISMO
- 2012 to 2015 BMW 740I
- 2011 BMW 740I US
- 2015 BMW 740LD
- 2011 to 2015 BMW 740LI
- 2009 to 2015 BMW 750I
- 2009 to 2015 BMW 750LI
- 2010 to 2012 BMW 760LI
- 2014 to 2015 BMW 760LI
- 2012 to 2013 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 5
- 2012 to 2013 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 7
- 2014 to 2015 BMW ACTIVE HYBRID 7
- 2011 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 7
- 2015 BMW B7 ALPINA
- 2013 BMW F800 R
- 2013 to 2016 BMW M5
- 2011 to 2013 BMW R 1200 GS ADVENTURE
- 2014 to 2016 BMW R1200 S ADVENTURE

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [14V065000](/recalls/nhtsa/14V065000.md), 2014-02-19: STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [B065725](/bulletins/11025849.md), 2025-12-01, Other: STRUCTURE:BODY. Right Engine Hood Hinge Return
- [MC460521](/bulletins/10205109.md), 2021-12-20, Service bulletin: STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Stress corrosion cracks may occur on the studs of certain milled footrests from the BMW Motorrad special accessories catalog for the GS models.
- [MC310421](/bulletins/10194316.md), 2021-05-24, Service bulletin: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS. The complaint of leaking telescopic forks is the top warranty claim in many current models,
- [B512819](/bulletins/10166234.md), 2019-10-21, Service bulletin: STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD; STRUCTURE. NOISE FROM FRONT AREA: There is a hissing or wind noise present from the front area of the vehicle at speeds above 60 mph.
- [611306](/bulletins/10162428.md), 2019-07-11, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE. Various Electrical Problems Caused by Water Ingress. Water ingress into the luggage compartment may cause various electrical problems or faults associated with the MPM \(Micro Power Module\); PDC \(Park Distance Control\); M\-ASK \(Multi\-Audio System Controller\); CCC \(Car Communication Computer\); CID \(Control Information Display\); TCU \(Telematics Control Unit\); LOGIC\-7 \(Top Hi\-Fi\); RDC \(Tire Pressure Monitor\) or SDARS \(Satellite Radio Receiver\) control modules. In most cases, the water collects in the spare wheel recess. CAUSE: Insufficient sealing may allow water to enter the luggage compartment due to the vacuum generated while driving.
- [B662317](/bulletins/10161576.md), 2019-06-24, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE. Service Information March 2018 Drivers Assistance Remote Control Systems B66 23 17 Technical Service This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B66 23 17 dated February 2018 CONTACTLESS TAILGATE \(SMART OPENER\) IS TOO SENSITIVE.
- [B012817](/bulletins/10152289.md), 2018-12-17, Service bulletin: STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS. "?CLASS ACTION LAW SUIT SETTLEMENT: WATER INTRUSION AND ACCUMULATION IN THE TRUNK \(E60\)/REAR CABIN WELL AREA \(E61\). INFORMATION BMW of North America, LLC \(?BMW NA?\) is has entered into a court approved ?nationwide settlement? with this Class Action?s lawsuit plaintiffs. Class Allegations In their complaint, the plaintiffs allege that:Model Year 2004 to 2010 BMW 5 Series E60 \(Sedans\) and Model Year 2006 to 2010 E61 \(Sport Wagons\) vehicles \(""Preliminary Class Vehicles""\) have defectively designed sunroofs drains which, if they become clogged, causes water intrusion and accumulation in the trunk/rear cabin well area of these vehicles. As a result, over time, this can potentially damage the electrical components and wiring that is located in the lowest part of the well area. Final Settlement Class Vehicles US specification Model Year 2007 to 2010 BMW 5 Series E60 \(Sedans\) and E61 \(Sport Wagons\) vehicles \(""Final Settlement Class Vehicles""\) registered and operated in the US \(including Puerto Rico\). Cass Members US residents \(including Puerto Rico\) who purchased or leased a Class Vehicle. Settlement Terms for Final Settlement Class Vehicles For eligible vehicles, the free inspection is available one\-time \(repair/claim dates\) beginning on 8/28/2017 but no later than the extended date of 11/21/2018, Class Members will be permitted to bring their Class Vehicle to an authorized BMW center to have the free one\-time inspection and control module relocation procedure performed. SI B01 28 17 \(DC 54 12 90 01 00\) CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT SETTLEMENT: WATER INTRUSION AND ACCUMULATION IN THE TRUNK \(E60\)/REAR CABIN WELL \(E61\) AREA, MAY APPLY. FOR ELIGIBLE VEHICLES, AN INSPECTION AND APPLICABLE CORRESPONDING REPAIRS ARE AVAILABLE ONE\-TIME \(REPAIR/CLAIM DATES\) BEGINNING ON 8/28/2017 BUT NO LATER THAN THE EXTENDED DATE OF 11/21/2018. CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT SETTLEMENT: WATER INTRUSION AND ACCUMULATION IN THE TRUNK \(E60\)/REAR CABIN WELL \(E61\) AREA, SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN SI
- [B510916](/bulletins/10151178.md), 2018-12-10, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK; STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK. Automatic Trunk Does Not Open Fully. Automatic trunk does not open fully on first attempt when using any opening options. During the first unlock attempt, whether using: the inside trunk switch, remote key, Smart opener \(foot swipe\), the automatic trunk lid only opens part way as shown. HKL software and trunk latch adjustment issue.
- [B514415](/bulletins/10151011.md), 2018-12-10, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. A Groaning Noise is Heard from the Front Door Trim . A groaning noise can be heard from one or both of the front door decorative trim pieces while on rough roads. CAUSE The chrome plating of the trim mounting pins rubs against the door panel creating a groaning noise.
- [512912](/bulletins/10150328.md), 2018-12-03, Service bulletin: STRUCTURE. Rattling Noise from the Front Passenger Side Trim. A rattling or clattering noise may be heard from the front passenger's side footwell area when driving on rough roads. CAUSE The front passenger's footwell trim makes contact with the side cover of the instrument panel.

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