Service bulletins for the 2012 BMW 740i
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.
287 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| B260516 | 2018-12-10. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. ?Service Action: Replace the Flexible Disc on the rear driveshaft Please perform the Service Action procedure the next time the vehicle is in the shop. |
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| B161514 | 2018-12-10. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY. SI B16 15 14 January 2016 Fuel Supply Systems Technical Service.This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B16 15 14 dated December 2014, designates changes to this revision. SUBJECT NVLD Tank Leakage FC 190302 Fuel Tank Ventilation and Purge Air System Micro Leak . The engine malfunction warning is illuminated and the following fault code is stored in the DME memory: FC 190302 Fuel tank ventilation and purge air system micro leak leakage greater than 0_5 mm. CAUSE: Contamination of the NVLD pressure switch diaphragm and/or the contamination of the NVLD dust filter. |
| B010215 | 2018-12-10. Service bulletin. ENGINE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS. "SI B01 02 15 January 2016 Warranties This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 02 15 dated December 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT N54 Engine Fuel Injectors - Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years/120,000 Miles . INFORMATION For the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (""BMW NA"") is extending the limited warranty for the fuel injectors to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date. This ""component-specific"" limited warranty extension applies to defects in materials and workmanship and is subject to the applicable vehicle and coverage eligibility requirements, exclusions and limitations that apply to the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks." |
| 651912 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Headunit-High: Navigation to an iPhone Address Is Inoperative. The route guidance to an address selected from the iPhone address book is inoperative. The navigation system integrated into the Headunit-High (HU-H) is not accepting addresses from the iPhone address book when the state (part of the address) is stored in the abbreviated form (e.g., NY instead of New York). |
| 651612 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. "Headunit-High: Navigation System Cannot Be Activated. The navigation system cannot be activated when entering the 20-digit INITIAL enabling code manually. This occurs after the Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) for the vehicle was already performed and finished. The wrong 20-digit ""enabling code"" was entered during the first attempt; the Headunit-High locks up and the correct ""enabling code"" will not be accepted." |
| 613812 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. "Service Action: Program Control Units (CAS). After programming/coding the vehicle with ISTA/P 2.48.1 or earlier, the Car Access System (CAS) was incorrectly coded. This causes the anti-theft alarm system panic button on the remote control to not function. AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action involves F01, F02, F04, F06, F07, F10, F12, F13 and F25 vehicles which were produced August 2010 to June 2012. In order to determine whether a specific vehicle has had this Service Action completed or is affected by this Service Action, first check the B-pillar label for code number 637. If code number 637 has been punched out, the campaign has already been performed. If code number 637 has not been punched out, it will be necessary to utilize the ""Service Menu"" of DCSnet (Dealer Communication System) or the Key Reader. Based on the response of the system, either proceed with the corrective action or take no further action. Important Note: A campaign can be reserved in ISPA Light as ""Pending"" prior to submission of a claim. If you find this campaign reserved, please verify the reason before attempting to perform this repair." |
| 310412 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. Groaning Noise from Front Axle. Groaning noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or over uneven road surfaces. CAUSE Hydraulic mount in tension strut |
| 122312 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Service Action: Program Control Units (DME). Due to less than optimal DME characteristic map data, cold engine starting performance could be unsatisfactory, leading to a customer complaint. CAUSE Unfavorable DME software |
| 512912 | 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. |
| 310112 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Clicking Noise from Front Axle. Clicking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers). CAUSE Movement between the contact surfaces of the wheel bearing and swivel bearing (knuckle) |
| 130612 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. "N63 and N74 Engine: ISTA/D 2.33 Diagnostic Error in the Low-pressure Fuel Supply Sensor Value. INFORMATION When diagnosing the low-pressure fuel supply sensor with one of the following test plans and ISTA/D 2.33, an error will be encountered in the display. The value of the low-pressure fuel supply sensor will read 0 bar at all times. * B1214_DI6KNDR * D18KHDR * AT1214_DIKNDR * AT1214_DIKHDR Do not replace the low-pressure fuel supply sensor. The operating pressure of the low-pressure fuel supply sensor can found in ""DME Diagnostic Query"" using the following procedure: 1. Exit the test plan and return to the control unit tree. http://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/omcgi.exe?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/14907...11/7/2012 Page 2 of 2 2. Select ""DME"" in the control unit tree. 3. Select "" Call Up ECU Functions."" 4. Select ""Diagnostic Query."" 5. Select ""Fuel Pressure (Low Pressure)."" 6. Select ""Query Status."" The engine must be running to verify operation of the pressure sensor. The software error will be corrected in ISTA/D 2.34, scheduled for release in December 2012. " |
| 651113 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. SEATS. Installation of a new CIS (capacitive sensing passenger occupancy mat) will not enable with ISTA/P. Wrong coding in the spare part from the supplier |
| 640113 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. "IHKA Operating Panel Buttons Are Peeling. INFORMATION As noted in ETK: In case of surface damage to buttons, use the button cap repair kit. Use and claim the part number for the ""Repair kit for button caps"" when performing this repair. Replace ALL the buttons with those included in the kit. Note: Please do not use and claim the part number for the "Repair kit, radio and A/C panel." To ensure the button cap kit with the correct symbols and labels is installed, perform a part number lookup in ETK by VIN. Labor operation code 64 11 326 is a Main labor operation. If you are using a Main labor code for another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 64 11 769 instead." |
| 130712 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. N63 and S63 Engine: High-pressure Fuel Injector Replacement Procedures. The customer complains that one of the following scenarios has been encountered while operating the vehicle: * During a cold start in the morning, the engine runs very roughly and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. * During a hot start, the engine runs very roughly and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. ??While driving or idling, the engine will misfire and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. * Various misfire faults are stored in DME fault memory. CAUSE An internal failure of the high-pressure fuel injector can lead to incorrect operation. |
| 130413 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. N55 Engine: Erroneous Service Engine Soon Lamp Illuminated with Mixture Faults Stored in the DME. INFORMATION An error has been identified in the current version of ETK regarding N55 fuel injector replacement part numbers and production dates. Installing the incorrect injector part number can lead to an erroneous Service Engine Soon lamp illumination and various mixture faults stored in the DME. Correct part numbers and applicable production dates: P/N 13 64 7 639 994 is for all vehicles produced from 7/2013 P/N 13 64 7 597 870 is for all vehicles produced from 1/2011 to 7/2013 P/N 13 53 7 568 607 is for all vehicles produced to 1/2011 It is good practice to verify that the part number being removed from the engine matches the new injector part number, until further notice. When the ETK data is corrected, a notification will be distributed. |
| 651913 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. HU-H: SDARS Radio Stations Cannot Be Stored in PRESET Menu. The SIRIUS/XM satellite radio (SDARS) stations cannot be stored in the PRESET menu. * No fault code related to this issue is stored in the HU-H. * AM/FM radio stations are not affected; they can be stored correctly. Software error in the SDARS control unit integrated in the Headunit-High (HU-H) |
| 650813 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. ? Bang & Olufsen Sound System: Loudspeaker Illumination. One or more of the following situations may occur concerning the illumination of the Bang & Olufsen sound system loudspeakers: * Illumination is insufficient (not bright enough) * Illumination is not available on all loudspeakers * Brightness cannot be adjusted Loudspeaker illumination settings are dependent on the model: * Different brightness characteristics * Not all loudspeakers are illuminated INFORMATION Explain to the customer that loudspeaker illumination can vary from model to model. For an overview of the illuminated loudspeakers, refer to the attachment. IMPORTANT: The current version of the Owner's Manual for 5 Series vehicles is incorrect. On 5 Series vehicles (F07 and F10), only the main loudspeaker (moving part) in the dashboard and the two loudspeakers in the mirror triangles in the front doors are illuminated. The Owner's Manuals for 5 Series vehicles will be corrected with start of production of the MY2014 vehicles (July 2013). |
| 641510 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Fault Code for Ionizer Short to Ground Is Stored in the IHKA. INFORMATION Not applicable. |
| 630513 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. "FRM3 Will Not Communicate with ISTA. When diagnosing the vehicle with ISTA, the FRM3 (Footwell Module) is shown as not responding in the vehicle test. The customer may report one or more of the following malfunctions: 1. Light operation * CCM (Check Control Message) ""Display failure"" * Lighting INOP * Turn signal lights INOP * Break lights INOP * License plate light INOP * Courtesy lights INOP * Instrument cluster w/o light 2. Windows * One or both front windows INOP 3. LIN components https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/15625.1.B630513... 8/29/2013 Page 2 of 2 * CCM ""no blind spot detection"" if equipped * Power mirrors INOP * Seat adjustment INOP 4. Hardware inputs * Door locks INOP * Gear shifts automatically to P * Gear shift lever cannot be moved out of P 5. Electrical steering column adjustment * ELSV (Electric Steering Column Adjustment) INOP CAUSE Various causes include the following: * Blown fuse * Faulty wiring * Faulty component" |
| 310112 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. Clicking Noise from Front Axle. Clicking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers). CAUSE Movement between the contact surfaces of the wheel bearing and swivel bearing (knuckle) |
| BMWNOV0513 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. PARKING BRAKE. A Delivery Stop has been issued on certain 2014 model year F01, F02 and F15 vehicles produced from June 2013 to mid October 2013. A fault in the parking brake (EMF) switch could cause a Check Control message (Parking Brake Failure) to display. However, all braking functions, including the parking brake and switch continue to operate properly in this case. Affected vehicles in center inventory must not be delivered until the parking brake switch has been replaced. Parking brake switches for the F15 must be ordered VIN-specific. Refer to Service Information bulletin B61 20 13 for the part number and complete instructions. Parts for the F01 and F02 are not available at this time. An availability update will be provided by November 20 (1 week). |
| BMWNOV0113 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; PARKING BRAKE. A Delivery Stop has been issued on certain 2014 model year F01, F02 and F15 vehicles produced from June 2013 to mid October 2013. A fault in the parking brake (EMF) switch could cause a Check Control message (Parking Brake Failure) to display. However, all braking functions, including the parking brake and switch continue to operate properly in this case. Affected vehicles in center inventory must not be delivered until the parking brake switch has been replaced. Parking brake switches for the F15 must be ordered VIN-specific. Update: vehicles held at a VDC (port facility) will have the switch replaced before release to a center. Therefore do not order parts for vehicles held at a VDC. Refer to Service Information bulletin B61 20 13 for the part number and complete instructions.Parts for the F01 and F02 are not available at this time. An availability update will be provided by November 20 (1 week). |
| 612213 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. """Increased battery discharge!"" CC Message upon Startup. CAUSE A software error in the Intelligent Battery Sensor causes an incorrect State of Charge (SoC) to be stored in the DME. The power management system then interprets this as a heavily discharged battery and informs the customer via a CC message. In reality, the battery does not have a problem." |
| 612013 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. "Service Action: Replace EMF Switch. An electrical malfunction in the EMF (Electromechanical Parking Brake) switch can cause an erroneous Check Control Message to be displayed. The parking brake functions properly. EMF switch hardware error AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action involves F01, F02 and F15 vehicles which were produced from June 2013 to October 2013. In order to determine whether a specific vehicle has had this Service Action completed or is affected by this Service Action, first check the B-pillar label for code number 658. If code number 658 has been punched out, the campaign has already been performed. If code number 658 has not been punched out, it will be necessary to utilize the ""Service Menu"" of DCSnet (Dealer Communication System) or the Key Reader. Based on the response of the system, either proceed with the corrective action or take no further action." |
| 511613 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT. Bang & Olufsen Sound System: Loudspeaker Cover Rattles. The top center loudspeaker cover rattles when driving on rough roads. CAUSE Poor loudspeaker cover fitment to the speaker assembly |
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