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Service bulletins for the 2014 BMW i3

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.

313 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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B6108152018-11-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. "High-Voltage Charging Cable Lock Malfunction. One of the following situations can occur: ? The vehicle cannot be charged via the high-voltage charging procedure. The indicator light on the charging socket lights up white and does not change colors. ? The high-voltage charging cable cannot be unlocked and disconnected. One of the following faults codes is also stored in the Charging Interface Module (LIM): 805532 ""High-voltage charging socket: Lock on the charging plug, status implausible"" 805503 ""High-voltage charging socket: Charging plug lock, line disconnection"" CAUSE ? The emergency-operation tensioning strap is jammed. ? The actuator drive for the charging socket is not working."
B5114152018-11-13. Service bulletin. STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR; STEERING. Grinding Noise from Steering Wheel when Turning. The customer complains of a noise from the steering wheel while driving. Due to insufficient gap, the steering column lower shroud rubs against the steering wheel.
B3601152018-11-13. Service bulletin. TIRES; WHEELS. Check Control Message: Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) Failure. A Check Control Message states Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) has failed CAUSE Hardware in the remote control unit (FBD3 antenna)
B1212152018-11-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE. Service Engine Soon (MIL): EME FC CF948C. The Service Engine Soon light (MIL) is intermittently illuminated in the instrument cluster (Kombi). This does not affect drivability, and no symptoms are apparent to the customer. CAUSE The following fault code is stored in the fault memory of the Electric Machine Electronics (EME): ? CF948C - Message (actual wheel speed, 0x254) missing, receiver EME, transmitter DSC This fault is stored when the DSC control unit intermittently does not send a particular wheel speed message at the time the EME is expecting to receive it.
B8405142018-11-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. One or both of the situations listed below may be encountered: ? Android device connection stability (dropped calls) ? Third-Party App Metadata: The album art and song title do not update when streaming audio from Pandora or Spotify, etc. New KISU (Customer Initiated Software Update) software is available on the TIS website. This software improves the Bluetooth functionality in our vehicles, and it helps to keep us up-to-date with technology innovation.
B6503152018-11-13. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS. "Airbag Warning Light ON: Fault 930BE3, High-voltage System Shutdown. The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster is on, or the check control message (CCM) ""Restraint system faulty"" is displayed. The advance crash safety module (ACSM4I) control has fault code 930BE3 ""High-voltage system switch-off (EME/convenience charging electronics/auxiliary battery): Resistance too high"" stored. A sporadically poor connection causes high resistance in the airbag ignition circuit."
B6135142018-11-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. "General Electrical Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 35 14 dated December 2014. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Displayed Range Is Lower After Programming. After the vehicle is programmed with ISTA/P 3.53.3 (i-level I001-14-07-503), the displayed vehicle range in the instrument cluster is lower than prior to the software update. The actual range that the vehicle is capable of achieving on a full charge has not changed. The difference between the displayed range and actual range is always conservative, yet this difference varies based on driving profile. When driving primarily at highway speeds, the difference between displayed and actual range is within a few percent of each other. When driving primarily with a low speed/city profile, the gap may widen to as much as 20% or more. Software improvements have been made to the range algorithm to improve its accuracy in all driving scenarios. These updates are available with ISTA/P 3.55.0 (I-level I001-15-03-501). In addition, the following enhancements are integrated into this new I-level: ? The state of charge (SOC) percentage is visible in the upper left corner of the Kombi. It has been added to the board computer display in order for the customer to better manage the vehicle range. ? During vehicle charging with the doors locked, the charge port is also locked. However, now when charging commences, the charge port will be unlocked to allow for hospitality charging (charger sharing). ? REx only - if the SOC reaches 2.0% with the REx running, the message ""Low Battery. Power Reduction Possible."" will appear in the Kombi. In addition to the range display, the customer may notice that the vehicle's range has decreased as outside temperatures have gotten colder. This is most noticeable in extreme cold climates, and when preconditioning is not used. This situation does not indicate a problem and is independent of the range display algorithm. CAUSE The algorithm
B6105152018-11-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. 12-volt Battery Terminal Adapter Slightly Loose. The 12-volt battery adapter appears to be slightly loose. The cable connection on the positive or negative terminal can be slightly moved or turned. It is normal for vehicles to have slight play in the adapter for battery connections. Vehicles produced prior to April 3, 2014 may have excessive play because the mounting screw is not microencapsulated and can loosen further.
B5105152018-11-13. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. Groaning Noise when Opening and Closing Rear Doors. INFORMATION Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle/SAV Limited Warranty. Repairing One Side https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/220...4/6/2015
B2701152018-11-13. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. PERFORM THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES BEFORE CUSTOMER DELIVERY OR THE NEXT TIME THEY ARE IN THE SHOP FOR MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS. SUBJECT Service Action: Replace Park Lock Actuator. Unfavorable tolerances in the park lock actuator may lead to a functional failure or unusual noises when it is activated. As a result, the park lock actuator must be replaced on affected vehicles. Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until this issue is corrected. Vehicles at ports of entry will be repaired prior to dealer delivery.
B1212152018-11-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Service Engine Soon (MIL): EME FC CF948C. The Service Engine Soon light (MIL) is intermittently illuminated in the instrument cluster (Kombi). This does not affect drivability, and no symptoms are apparent to the customer. CAUSE The following fault code is stored in the fault memory of the Electric Machine Electronics (EME): ? CF948C - Message (actual wheel speed, 0x254) missing, receiver EME, transmitter DSC This fault is stored when the DSC control unit intermittently does not send a particular wheel speed message at the time the EME is expecting to receive it.
8401152018-11-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT. "MSUBJECT iPhone and iOS 8.x Information. INFORMATION With the release of iOS 8.0, please be aware of the important functional change noted below: Scenario: z The customer leaves the vehicle and turns the phone off. z He or she turns the phone back on. z The customer then enters the vehicle, but does not unlock the phone prior to turning the vehicle on. https://www.minitis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/20701.1.M840115....3/2/2015 Page 2 of 2 Result: z The phone reconnects to the Bluetooth system (normal). z However, the contact list is not transferred (not normal). z The contact list in the iDrive will be empty. z The call list in the Kombi will display only phone numbers, but no names. z The hands-free system works for accepting calls and conversing on calls started on the phone. Solution: z Prior to the customer entering the vehicle, he or she must unlock the phone at least once (passkey). With the release of Apple's new iPhone 6, 6 Plus and iOS 8.x software, there have been many questions regarding the new phone and software. The information in the attachment to this Service Information will help answer these questions. A printed copy can be given to the customer if needed. The attachment provides information on the differences between the new iPhone 6, 6 Plus and the previous versions, along with Apple software improvements in the following areas: 1. Visual comparison 2. Connectivity 3. Functionality Refer to the PDF file in the ""Attachment"" section of this bulletin for complete details. Information on the iPhone 6 is also available via the following website: www.miniusa.com/bluetooth NOTE: This SI will be updated as new information is received. "
7101152018-11-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B71 01 15 dated January 2015. PERFORM THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES BEFORE CUSTOMER DELIVERY OR THE NEXT TIME THEY ARE IN THE SHOP FOR MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Service Action: Retrofit Emissions Label for I01 and I12. The model year is incorrect on the emissions compliance label on certain I01 and I12 vehicles produced from November 1, 2014 through December 22, 2014. Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until this issue is corrected. Vehicles at ports of entry will be repaired prior to dealer delivery.
6513122018-11-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 13 12 dated September 2012. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Headunit High: Navigation System Road Map Usage. INFORMATION The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609. This change will affect the navigation system road map data support process and the warranty spare parts processes for the HU-H. For the US market, all vehicles will come pre-loaded from the factory with the latest navigation system road map database version that was available at the time of vehicle production. Therefore, there will be no physical copy of the navigation system road map data media DVD set or USB stick placed in these vehicles at the Vehicle Distribution Center (VDC). NOTE: Additionally, all replacement HU-H parts come with a pre-loaded version of the current available navigation system road map database installed. A set of DVD copies of the navigation system road map database, HU-H NAVI Road Map North America NEXT, is shipped to all BMW centers through the automatic tool shipment program with each release of a navigation system road map database. IMPORTANT: Additional copies or earlier NAV road map database versions cannot be ordered individually! Therefore, please take special care to archive the HU-H NAV road map DVD sets! The NAV road map data on the DVD set can also be installed into the Network Attached Storage (NAS). From there it then can be installed onto the HU-H in the vehicle, using the Integrated Service Technical Application for Programming (ISTA/P). For installation of the navigation system road map data media DVD set onto the Network Attached Storage (NAS), please contact your ISPI NEXT Administrator. In addition to this procedure, it is also possible to download the NAV road map data on the DVD set directly to the hard disc drive (HDD) integrated in the HU-H by inserting the DVDs one by one into the HU-H internal DVD
6139142018-11-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. SUBJECT 12V Battery Discharge Message (CCM 794) After Charging. When starting the vehicle after fully charging it over a period of several hours, a 12V battery discharge Check Control Message (CCM 229) is present. The CCM is displayed immediately after start-up, and goes away after driving a short distance. Generally, no drivability concerns are present but in isolated cases, a complete discharge of the 12V battery is possible. In this situation, the vehicle cannot be started until the 12V battery is charged. Only vehicles with an I-level of between I001-14-07-500 and I001-14-11-502 are affected. Fault code 8040B9: De-activation of terminal 30B: Top startability limit reached, is stored in the BDC. CCM 229 is shown when running the ISTA Service Function to read out check control messages. This Service Function can be run using the following path: Service Function/06_Vehicle information/Check Control messages. CAUSE A software error in the REME was introduced with I-level I001-14-07-500.
6101152018-11-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. SUBJECT Discharged 12V Battery. If the 12V battery is discharged, it can be recharged with an AC fast charger (level 2). However, there may be a delay of up to 30 minutes before charging starts. CAUSE Software error in the Convenience Charging Electronics (KLE)
3207142018-11-13. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; POWER TRAIN; STEERING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; LANE DEPARTURE. "SUBJECT Sporadic Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Warning Lamp when Starting Drive Readiness. An EPS warning lamp may intermittently light up in the instrument cluster when starting drive readiness. No steering assistance is available at this time. After a terminal change (switching the ignition off and on again), the warning lamp is no longer illuminated. Software error in the EPS control unit Fault code ""FC 4823E6-Internal control unit-power pack faulty"" may be stored in the EPS."
3206142018-11-13. Service bulletin. STEERING:COLUMN; STEERING. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 32 06 14 dated October 2014. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Noises and/or Play Around Steering Column. Rattling and/or clunking noises can be heard around the steering column; and/or a relatively large amount of play can be felt in the steering wheel when it is moved up and down. Excessive steering column tolerances
B6518162018-11-13. Service bulletin. STEERING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. AIRBAG WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED. The airbag warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up while the vehicle is in motion. The airbag control unit (ACSM4) contains the following fault(s): 930904 - Drivers airbag interval stage 1, resistance too high 93090A - Drivers airbag interval stage 2, resistance too high Tension caused by harness cable tie on short jumper harness located between steering column slip ring and driver's airbag creates excess resistance.
B6115162018-11-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. "CCM ""CHARGING NO LONGER POSSIBLE"" DURING OR AFTER TRANSPORT MODE. After removing transport mode certain fault codes may be store erroneously. These include 21E633, 222805, and 222834. Erroneous fault entry from KLE and EME during transport mode."
B5118162018-11-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM FADING. INFORMATION Wood trim and leather upholstery have inherent variations in color and texture, dependent upon being properly cleaned and maintained. These items may lighten or darken due to age or exposure to sunlight; this is not a defect in materials or workmanship.
B3205142018-11-13. Service bulletin. STEERING. "Steering Wheel Does Not Return to Center. INFORMATION Do not replace any parts for this complaint. The return behavior is inherent in the design of the EPS. Attention: An EPS ""break in"" period of approximately 2000 miles is required. Once this phase is completed, the level of friction is significantly reduced and no longer affects the return to center. Please use this information to educate the customer on the ""break in"" period of the EPS. If the customer complaint is still there after the ""break in"" period, program the vehicle with ISTA/P 3.59.0 or higher Target integration level: S15A-16-07-501 For information on programming and coding with ISTA/P, refer to CenterNet / Aftersales Portal / Service / Workshop Technology / Vehicle Programming. Always connect a BMW approved battery charger/power supply (SI B04 23 10). WARRANTY INFORMATION Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks or the BMW Certified Pre-Owned Program. Defect Code: 32 13 02 "
B6119152018-11-05. Service bulletin. STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR; STEERING:COLUMN; STEERING. Grating or Scraping Noise When Turning Steering Wheel. There is a grating or scraping noise when the steering wheel is turned. The noise comes from the steering column switch cluster (SZL), coil spring or steering wheel. CAUSE When the steering wheel is turned, the connection between the steering wheel and the steering column switch cluster causes torsional stress, which creates a noise in the coil spring cassette.
B5118152018-11-05. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH; STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE. A Check Control Message is displayed for the Tailgate Lock Open. A Check Control Message is displayed indicating that the tailgate is open, even though it is mechanically closed. CAUSE Faulty tailgate lock or incorrect adjustment.
B3601152018-11-05. Service bulletin. TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS. Check Control Message: Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) Failure. A Check Control Message states Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) has failed CAUSE Hardware in the remote control unit (FBD3 antenna)

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