# Service bulletins for the 2013 BMW 135i

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.

102 bulletins from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

- [B611305](/bulletins/10249027.md), 2024-02-01, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle “discharged battery” complaints.
- [SIM010917](/bulletins/10215025.md), 2022-07-05, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT. Shipping specific non\-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc. This service Information bulletin provides information on shipping "specific" noin\-deployed vehicle safety devices that are classified as Dangerous Goods \(DG\) to Lighting resources, LLC
- [SIM010717](/bulletins/10215024.md), 2022-07-05, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. The engine?s intake charge\-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?eligible USspecification
- [SIM010617](/bulletins/10215023.md), 2022-07-05, Service bulletin: SERVICE BRAKES. Visual Inspection of Brake discs/Rotors for new car deliveries
- [B011321](/bulletins/10199287.md), 2021-07-19, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC \(BMW NA\) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v. BMW NA, et al
- [B011321](/bulletins/10198894.md), 2021-07-06, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC \(BMW NA\) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v. BMW NA, et al
- [B340414](/bulletins/10194296.md), 2021-05-24, Service bulletin: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC; STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR. Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components \(less than 212 degrees F\) increases the likelihood of cracks to form.
- [B510415](/bulletins/10193495.md), 2021-05-17, Service bulletin: VISIBILITY. The customer complains of rattling noises from the rear window when driving on rough roads.
- [B170318](/bulletins/10193494.md), 2021-05-17, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Butt connector for repairing a plug connection. The ?top up coolant? message is displayed in the central display \(CC message ID 166\). When checking the cooling system there are no leaks found and the expansion tank is filled to the proper level.
- [B110208](/bulletins/10175267.md), 2020-05-18, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Power Reduction FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2 A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The "Service Engine Soon" \(MIL\) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for some time with the engine at full operating temperature. If the ignition is cycled the engine then usually performs normally.
- [B110919](/bulletins/10163029.md), 2019-07-22, Service bulletin: ENGINE. N55 ENGINE: FC 28A0 OR 101F01 THROTTLE VALVE OPENING ANGLE. The engine malfunction warning is illuminated and one of the following fault codes are stored in the DME shortly after programming the vehicle or with a customer complaint.
- [651512](/bulletins/10162434.md), 2019-07-12, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM\(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM\). Service Action: CIC \- Install Navigation Road Map Database 2013. Before delivering affected vehicles to the customer, the Car Information Computer \(CIC\) road map database 2013 must be installed onto the CIC internal Hard Disc Drive \(HDD\).
- [613312](/bulletins/10162431.md), 2019-07-11, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. "Erroneous CC Message "Remote control\! Do not switch off the engine" is Displayed. An erroneous CC message, "Remote control\!" " Do not switch off the engine" is displayed in the Central Information Display \(CID\). The engine can still be started, even with the CC message displayed. CAUSE: Car Access System \(CAS\) software error"
- [540810](/bulletins/10162427.md), 2019-07-11, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS. Convertible Top Does Not Open Properly. When opening the convertible top, the interior cover flap remains open. CAUSE: The cable for the flap operation is either kinked or dislodged.
- [541409](/bulletins/10162405.md), 2019-07-11, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Wear Marks on the C\-pillar Area of the Soft Top Canvas. Wear marks may form on the soft top cover in the C\-pillar area, above or below the canvas seam and or along the seam. These wear marks may be visible on one or both sides and are generally less than 4mm in diameter. They are first visible as a smooth spot on the cover, and progress to a white mark. In severe cases, a hole could form in the cover material. 1. Improper limit spacing between the soft top cover and the soft top frame when folded in the fully open position 2. The seal carrier contacting and wearing the canvas top cover and threads 3. Tension straps and main bump stops out of adjustment.
- [513608](/bulletins/10162404.md), 2019-07-10, Service bulletin: VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. "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".
- [121412](/bulletins/10162395.md), 2019-07-10, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT. N55 Engine: Various Faults Stored in DME Related to VANOS and Camshaft Position. A rattling noise can be heard from the engine compartment; the engine has a loss of power; and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. One or more of the following faults may be stored. E70, E71, E82, E88, E90, E92 and E93: 2D5A \- VANOS, intake: control fault, camshaft sticking 2D5B \- VANOS, intake: control fault, position not reached 2D60 \- VANOS, exhaust: control fault, camshaft sticking 2D61 \- VANOS, exhaust: control fault, position not reached 2D9F \- camshaft input sensor: signal implausible 2DA1 \- Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal implausible 300C \- Camshaft input sensor: signal high 300D \- Camshaft input sensor: signal low 300E \- Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal high 300F \- Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal low F07, F10, F12, F13 and F25: 130104 \- VANOS, intake: control fault, camshaft sticking 130108 \- VANOS, intake: control fault, position not reached 130304 \- VANOS, exhaust: control fault, camshaft sticking 130308 \- VANOS, exhaust: control fault, position not reached 130E11 \- Camshaft input sensor: signal implausible 130F11 \- Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal implausible 164020 \- Camshaft input sensor: signal high 164021 \- Camshaft input sensor: signal low 164030 \- Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal high 164031 \- Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal low CAUSE One or both \(intake and/or exhaust\) of the VANOS gear assemblies have failed; the attaching bolts may have also loosened and/or broken.
- [B013118](/bulletins/10160287.md), 2019-05-20, Service bulletin: AIR BAGS. TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL\-RELATED SHORT\-TERM ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION AND CONSEQUENTIAL REPAIRS This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 31 18 dated October 2018.
- [B013118](/bulletins/10160244.md), 2019-05-20, Service bulletin: AIR BAGS. TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL\-RELATED SHORT\-TERM ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION AND CONSEQUENTIAL REPAIRS This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 31 18 dated October 2018.
- [B080119](/bulletins/10154816.md), 2019-03-18, Service bulletin: AIR BAGS. In an effort to improve the completion rate on Takata air bag recall affected vehicles; BMW NA has expanded the BMW Ultimate Rewards platform to include a new Recall Support page. This page will allow IRFs to check their customers VINs for open Takata recalls; and get rewarded for helping us with completing repairs.
- [B011618](/bulletins/10153726.md), 2019-02-25, Service bulletin: AIR BAGS; AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE. TAKATA CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT. CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM. FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG MODULES.
- [B620315](/bulletins/10152314.md), 2018-12-17, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Door Open Message Displayed, Even Though Door Is Closed. The customer complains that while driving, a CCM \(check control message\) indicates the doors are open, even though they are closed. Also, sometimes the gong will sound and the interior lights will go on and off. Unspecified FRM door lock status due to voltage variations
- [B840314](/bulletins/10151335.md), 2018-12-10, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT. Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection \- Call is transferred back to the handset. In some instances the call is then transferred back to the vehicle. Contact List incomplete General connection failures Apple iOS software \(issue started with iOS 8.3 continues with iOS 9.x and its variants\) Samsung S6 and S6 Edge device firmware.
- [B840314](/bulletins/10151119.md), 2018-12-10, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. SI B84 03 14 February 2016 Communication Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B84 03 14 dated October 2014. SUBJECT Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection \- Call is transferred back to the handset. In some instances the call is then transferred back to the vehicle. Contact List incomplete General connection failures CAUSE Apple iOS software \(issue started with iOS 8.3 continues with iOS 9.x and its variants\) Samsung S6 and S6 Edge device firmware CORRECTOPM None available at this time. We are currently working with the device manufacturer on a solution.
- [B650216](/bulletins/10151115.md), 2018-12-10, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. SUBJECT Audio System Speaker Testing. For audio system speaker testing there is a NED \(Non Electrical Diagnosis\) Test Plan available. CAUSE We previously recommended use of the Audio Test CD \(ATC\) from BMW. This CD has been discontinued.

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