# Service bulletins for the 2003 BMW 325xi

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.

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

- [B510819](/bulletins/10249437.md), 2024-02-01, Service bulletin: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- [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.
- [B651820](/bulletins/10184591.md), 2020-12-21, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT; AIR BAGS:FRONTAL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. SERVICE ACTION \- HEAD AIR BAG HOLDER RETROFIT: A rattle noise may develop from the head air bag \(ITS\) gas generator contacting adjacent component. This noise can be heard while driving on an uneven roadway.
- [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.
- [120913](/bulletins/10150160.md), 2018-12-03, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT. State Inspection and Emission \(I/M\) Test Fails Due To an Invalid VIN Number. The customer of an affected vehicle may fail to pass an I/M test due to a non\-compliant 17digit vehicle identification number \(VIN\) stored in the DME \(Digital Motor Electronic\). The VIN read out and displayed on the state test printout does not match the actual VIN of the vehicle. If the DME was reprogrammed using the previously available BMW service equipment \(e.g., Progman, GT1\), it is possible that only the last 7 digits of the VIN were entered into the DME, and positions 4 through10 may only contain default characters. For example: The state I/M tester or OBD scan tool may read out WBAAA00000A123456 instead of the correct full 17\-digit VIN, WBAZZ03492A123456.
- [B011718](/bulletins/10149558.md), 2018-11-26, Service bulletin: AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. For the above\-referenced vehicles with passenger?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC \(?BMW NA?\) will provide a Customer Support Program as outlined in the Takata Settlement Customer Support Program Overview attachment. This ?component\-specific? customer support program applies only if there is a defect in materials or workmanship of the Takata passenger?s side airbag module in a listed vehicle.
- [B011618](/bulletins/10149557.md), 2018-11-26, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; AIR BAGS. For the above\-referenced vehicles with driver?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC \(?BMW NA?\) will provide a Customer Support Program as outlined in the Takata Settlement Customer Support Program Overview attachment. This ?component\-specific? customer support program applies only if there is a defect in materials or workmanship of the Takata driver?s side airbag module in a listed vehicle.
- [340414](/bulletins/10148179.md), 2018-11-13, Service bulletin: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles. INFORMATION 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. These surface hairline cracks are usually spread over the entire brake disc friction area, and have no negative influence on the durability or braking performance. The rotors should not be replaced only for their appearance reasons. When performing routine service on the brake system \(pad replacement due to wear\), the brake discs should be replaced if surface cracks are found to be greater than 13 mm, or if the brake disc thickness is below the minimum thickness. Always replace brake discs in pairs \(per axle\). Install new brake pads when replacing discs. By doing this, the service life of the friction pad surface is increased, and an even material loss is ensured. 2. Vibrations and/or steering wheel torsional vibrations during braking are caused by applying the brakes on discs with minimal to heavy corrosion. These vibrations are most noticeable when braking from high speeds with cold brake components \(less than 212 degrees F\), and will diminish with normal everyday operation. Parts replacement is not required. 3. After high brake loads, running noises can be heard when applying the brakes, and may also be heard to a limited extent after the brakes are released. \(See the note in the Owner's Manual\). These noises are reduced during normal everyday operation, due to further erosion of the brake pad friction lining. Visible surface cracks or craterlike recesses on the brake pad surface are caused by a minor difference in the material of the pad lining, which will decrease with further operation and should not be replaced due to their appearance.
- [651414](/bulletins/10148100.md), 2018-11-13, Service bulletin: AIR BAGS. Special Technical Campaign. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration \(NHTSA\) has urged vehicle manufacturers to conduct an investigation into air bags which may not deploy correctly. BMW is cooperating with this request. Takata is a supplier of air bags to several automotive manufacturers. They have informed NHTSA of a small number of cases of improperly deploying air bags in a few specific areas of the US. None of the reported cases involve any BMW vehicles. No determination has been made by BMW and Takata that a safety issue exists.This program involves the driver and front passenger air bag system. Specifically, the air bag system may have been manufactured with an inflator that was not produced to specification. After long\-term exposure in high absolute humidity environments, in a crash in which air bag system deployment occurs, the air bag system housing may rupture. To assist Takata with their determination, BMW will be collecting air bags from a limited number of customer vehicles. Once the affected vehicle population has been determined, owners of affected vehicles will be notified by letter to visit their authorized BMW center to have their air bag\(s\) replaced. Additional information will be provided at that time. A press release from NHTSA on this topic is expected to be issued on Monday, June 23, 2014.
- [B340414](/bulletins/10147242.md), 2018-11-05, Service bulletin: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC. Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 34 04 14 dated December 2014. Designates changes to the bulletin. INFORMATION 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. These surface hairline cracks are usually spread over the entire brake disc friction area, and have no negative influence on the durability or braking performance. The rotors should not be replaced only for their appearance reasons.When performing routine service on the brake system \(pad replacement due to wear\), the brake discs should be replaced if surface cracks are found to be greater than 13 mm, or if the brake disc thickness is below the minimum thickness. Always replace brake discs in pairs \(per axle\). Install new brake pads when replacing discs. By doing this, the service life of the friction pad surface is increased, and an even material loss is ensured. 2. Vibrations and/or steering wheel torsional vibrations during braking are caused by applying the brakes on discs with minimal to heavy corrosion. These vibrations are most noticeable when braking from high speeds with cold brake components \(less than 212 degrees F\), and will diminish with normal everyday operation. Parts replacement is not required. 3.After high brake loads, running noises can be heard when applying the brakes, and may also be heard to a limited extent after the brakes are released. \(See the note in the Owner's Manual\). These noises are reduced during normal everyday operation, due to further erosion of the brake pad friction lining. Visible surface cracks or craterlike recesses on the brake pad surface are caused by a minor difference in the material of the pad lining, which will decrease with further operation and should not be replaced due to their appearance.
- [B650709](/bulletins/10145306.md), 2018-10-09, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM\(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM\). NAVIGATION SYSTEM: REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
- [B650709](/bulletins/10143564.md), 2018-08-06, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM\(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM\). NAVIGATION SYSTEM: REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
- [B010118](/bulletins/10142910.md), 2018-07-16, Service bulletin: SEATS. FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY \(OC3\) MAT FOR SRS: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 15 YEARS/UNLIMITED MILES
- [SIB\-32\-03\-14](/bulletins/10057531.md), 2015-06-06, Service bulletin: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM; STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM. BMW: IN CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE OR INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, A FAILURE WITH POWER ASSISTED STEERING IS ILLUMINATED, DUE TO SOFTWARE RELATED ISSUES. \*PE
- [SIB\-65\-14\-14](/bulletins/10056098.md), 2014-09-03, Service bulletin: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL. BMW: SOME AIRBAGS, DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER, ARE IMPROPERLY DEPLOYING DUE TO A POSSIBLE INFLATOR NOT PRODUCED TO SPECIFICATIONS. MODEL 2001\-2006 E46 \(3 SERIES\). \*PE UPDATED 9/4/14. \*PE
- [SIB\-61\-37\-12](/bulletins/10051519.md), 2013-03-12, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. BMW: THE HIGH\-VOLTAGE \(HV\) BATTERY CELLS COULD BE DAMAGED IF THE VEHICLE IS PREVENTED FROM ENTERING SLEEP MODE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. UPDATED 03/11/2013 \*JS
- [SIB270212](/bulletins/10051459.md), 2013-03-08, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. BMW: DSC WARNING LIGHT IS ON. THE WARNING LAMPS FOR DSC, ABS AND BRAKE WARNING ILLUMINATED. THERE MAY ALSO BE A WARNING IN THE CONTROL DISPLAY FOR CHASSIS CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURE. \*JS
- [SIB122512](/bulletins/10051359.md), 2013-03-05, Service bulletin: ENGINE. BMW: VEHICLE DOES NOT START: LOOSE GROUND Z6000 \*4B. COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THE BMW NEW VEHICLE/SAV LIMITED WARRANTY. \*JS
- [B63\-03\-12](/bulletins/10044032.md), 2012-05-08, Service bulletin: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS. BMW: THE LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT IN THE SIDE PANEL HAS CONDENSATION CONCERNING VEHICLES PRODUCED UP TO FEBRUARY 27,2012. \*JS
- [SIB\-72\-01\-11](/bulletins/10041411.md), 2011-09-30, Service bulletin: SEAT BELTS:FRONT; SEAT BELTS. BMW: E92. THE SEAT BELT EXTENDER ON THE FRONT DRIVER¿S OR PASSENGER SIDE FAILED TO DELIVER THE BELT. THE SAFETY BELT EXTENDER EXTENDS BUT THE BELT SLIPS OFF. THE ¿HAND¿ ON THE EXTENDER FAILS. THE SAFETY BELT IS TWISTED. THE EXTENDER WILL NOT OPERATE AND MAKES NOISE WHILE EXTENDING. \*RM
- [SIB\-12\-15\-11](/bulletins/10040852.md), 2011-09-13, Service bulletin: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE. BMW: THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT IS ON. THERE ARE TROUBLE CODES STORED FOR THE CRANKSHAFT SENSOR. NO DRIVEABILITY ISSUES. \*RM
- [SIB\-61\-01\-11](/bulletins/10040736.md), 2011-09-12, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. BMW: VARIOUS FUNCTIONS IN THE VEHICLE ARE NOT WORKING INCLUDING: INSTRUMENTS, DOOR LOCKS, WIPERS, AND OTHER ELECTRICAL FUNCTIONS. THERE MAY ALSO BE WARNING LIGHTS ON. K\-CAN WIRING IN THE VEHICLE SHORTED. \*RM UPDATED 10/5/11. \*PE

More: [the next page](/v1/vehicles/2003_bmw_325xi/bulletins?cursor=2011-09-12_10040736) (JSON)

JSON: [/v1/vehicles/2003_bmw_325xi/bulletins](/v1/vehicles/2003_bmw_325xi/bulletins)

[Report an error on this page](https://github.com/wenmar-pro/wenmar-open/issues/new?template=data_correction.yml&title=Data%20correction%3A%202003%20BMW%20325xi&page=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.wenmarpro.com%2Fmakes%2Fbmw%2F325xi%2F2003%2Fbulletins&vehicle=2003%20BMW%20325xi)