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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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6129142018-11-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. High-Voltage Battery Stops Charging. INFORMATION Only properly trained personnel, who have passed all applicable technical training courses, should perform any maintenance or repairs on any Hybrid or Electric Vehicle. Work performed by unqualified persons may result in severe injury or damage to the vehicle. Additional information may be found in REP 61 00... Observe safety instructions when handling electric vehicles. Remove workshop mode from the EME by performing test plan "Charge management function" (ABL_DIT_AT6144_LADEMNGT). This test plan can be found in Function Structure / 01 Powertrain / Charge / Charge management function. Once the test plan has been performed, please verify that proper charging operation has resumed. WARRANTY INFORMATION Not applicable.
6128142018-11-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Charging Concerns. INFORMATION Only properly trained personnel, who have passed all applicable technical training courses, should perform any maintenance or repairs on any Hybrid or Electric Vehicle. Work performed by unqualified persons may result in severe injury or damage to the vehicle. Additional information may be found in REP 61 00... Observe safety instructions when handling electric vehicles. Inspect all HV connectors on the KLE If a KLE connector is found to be loose or not connected, inspect the connector and the KLE for damage to the connectors, damage to the contacts, or overheating. https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/16626.1.B61281... 12/24/2014 Page 2 of 2 If any damage or overheating is found, replace the affected HV cable and KLE. If no connection problems are found, or if the concern/relevant fault code is still present after replacement, continue with normal diagnosis. NOTE: Prior to replacing any HV components, refer to SI B00 03 06 to determine if a TC PuMA case is required.
6127142018-11-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Low Cost Charging Functionality. INFORMATION Refer to the attachment for the operation, description and settings of the Low Cost Charging feature.
3402142018-11-26. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Noises when Braking. INFORMATION Not applicable. Low frequency grating noises occur when using the service brakes. These noises may be most noticeable when the parking assistant feature is activated. High frequency grating noises occur when coming to a stop and gently applying the service brakes.
3206142018-11-26. Service bulletin. STEERING. Noises and/or Play Around Steering Column. Page 1 of 1 October 2014 Technical Service Rattling noises can be heard around the steering column and/or a relatively large amount of play can be felt in the steering wheel. Excessive steering column tolerances
3205142018-11-26. 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. An EPS "break in" period of approximately 625 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. WARRANTY INFORMATION Not applicable. [ Copyright (c)2014 BMW of North America, Inc. ] https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/16633.1.B32051... 12/24/2014
3106142018-11-26. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. Front Axle Noise when Turning at Low Ambient Temperatures.
1232142018-11-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Service Engine Soon (MIL) Lamp Illuminated with No Relevant Faults. INFORMATION If an i3 or i8 is brought in for service with a Service Engine Soon (MIL) lamp illuminated, or with a customer concern that the MIL is intermittently illuminated, troubleshoot with ISTA/D. If these diagnostics do not lead to a root cause and a solution, do the following: Do not clear faults with ISTA/D. Use an aftermarket OBD scan tool to read out any P-codes that are present. Record any and all P-codes. Submit a TC PuMA case entitled Check Engine Light - No Relevant Faults to either "BMW i3 Powertrain Components" or "i8 Powertrain Components." The P-code and diagnosis summary should also be included.
B6518162018-11-26. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS. 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.
B6126172018-11-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. Charging of the high voltage battery is interrupted and will not complete. A change in the job structure in ISTA causes the BDC to open the 30B relay unexpectedly.
0121142018-11-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. BMW i Charging Station/Wallbox: Limited (Parts) Warranty Policy, Procedures and Servicing. BMW NA, Schneider Electric (the BMW i Charging Station/Wallbox manufacturer), Bosch Automotive Aftermarket Service Solutions (BMW's Installation Services provider, when applicable) and your BMW i center will be working together to support component replacements and repairs that are eligible for coverage under the BMW i Charging Station Limited Warranty. This bulletin provides the procedures for the applicable process flows and claim submissions for the BMW i Charging Station/Wallbox, including labor costs for those customers that purchased the Bosch installation and service through your BMW i center.
0006142018-11-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. BMW Early Warning Information Program. To ensure both initial and long-term quality, we are asking for your participation in the BMW Early Warning Information program. We would like feedback on the BMW models shown in the table below, which will be updated as new models launch.
6513142018-11-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). Service Action: i3 Business Navigation - Retrofit. Business Navigation (option 606) is a 100% option for 2014 model year US market i3 vehicles. During the affected production period, some i3s were inadvertently produced without navigation. The following procedure will describe how to retrofit Business Navigation to the affected vehicles. This procedure includes changing all necessary hardware, changing the Vehicle Order, and updating the vehicle software.
5121142018-11-13. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. Front Door Makes Rattling Noise. The customer complains of a rattling noise from the front door when driving on rough roads. CAUSE The door lock actuating rod vibrates/rattles against the door lock.
5120142018-11-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Driver's Footwell Trim Rattles. The customer complains of rattling noises from the driver's side pedal area. CAUSE The retaining tab for the footrest cover bracket rattles against the trim panel.
6110142018-11-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Fault Code 21F046 Stored in SME. The following fault is stored in the high-voltage battery management electronics (SME): 21F046 - HVS heating: Heating element short circuit. This fault is not typically present. When the fault is stored, no check control messages or functional problems are evident. CAUSE Software or hardware error in the SME
6109142018-11-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. High-voltage Battery Charging Recommendations. INFORMATION Only properly trained personnel, who have passed all applicable technical training courses, should perform any maintenance or repairs on any Hybrid or Electric Vehicle. Work performed by unqualified persons may result in severe injury or damage to the vehicle. Additional information may be found in REP 61 00... Observe safety instructions when handling electric vehicles. There are several options for charging the high-voltage battery in the I01. The charging requirements vary depending on how the vehicle is being used. Refer to the following scenarios for the appropriate charging recommendations. In addition, certain precautions must be followed during charging to prevent damage to certain high-voltage components. Diagnosis: * During diagnostic work on the vehicle, a charging cable must be connected via the vehicle's charge port. A level 1 (Occasional Use Cable), level 2 (Wallbox), or DC charger may be used. Repair work: * During non-electrical or low-voltage repair work which is not associated with the drivetrain or any highvoltage components: * The vehicle must be turned off (KL0) and plugged in using an HV charging cable, i.e., Level 1 Occasional Use Cable. * During work on, or near high-voltage components or any drivetrain components: * o The high-voltage system must be shut down by properly trained personnel via Repair Instruction REP 61 25 900. If the vehicle needs to be turned on during the repair process, the vehicle should be connected to a workshop power supply at the 12V service posts on the Electric Machine Electronics (EME). Programming: * During programming with ISTA/P, the high-voltage system must be shut down by properly trained personnel. * A workshop power supply, e.g., DUETRONIC 1600, must be connected to the 12V service posts on the EME. External power supply (low-voltage - 12V): * An external power supply such as a workshop or showroom power supply may be used, but certain precautions mu
2701142018-11-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE:HYDRAULIC:ACTUATOR; PARKING BRAKE. Parking Lock Cannot Be Engaged or Disengaged. When attempting to engage or disengage the park position in the transmission, the parking lock actuator may not respond. This condition may be intermittent or permanent. The customer will see the position indicator on the gear selector (GWS) flashing "N" or "P," and a Check Control Message will be present stating "Drive Faulty" or "Secure vehicle against rolling away". One or more of the following faults will be stored in the Electric Machine Electronics (EME): * 222D25 - Parking lock actuator: No change in the PS position * 222D26 - Parking lock actuator: Requested position could not be reached * 222D29 - Parking lock FUSI: Level1/level2 fault NOTE: If the parking lock cannot be engaged, the vehicle must be secured against rolling by applying the parking brake. CAUSE 1. Internal failure of the park lock actuator or 2. Software error
3202142018-11-13. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; STEERING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Power-assisted Steering Intermittently Not Available at Engine Start-up. An EPS warning lamp may light up intermittently in the instrument cluster at Drive Readiness. At the same time, the power-assisted steering is unavailable. After switching the ignition off and on again, the steering is available again. No fault codes are stored in the fault code memory of the electric power steering (EPS-I1). Electric Power Steering (EPS).
8405142018-11-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Service Action: Bluetooth Software (KISU Data) Update. This Service Action is being released to improve customer satisfaction as we strive to be number 1 in the JD Power Initial Quality Survey (IQS). This new KISU software improves the Bluetooth functionality in our vehicles, and it helps keep us up-to-date with technology innovation. Please implement the Bluetooth Software Update Service Action. This Service Action will be in effect until March 2015. Thank you for your continuous support. Improved KISU data (Customer Initiated Software Update) is now available for installation in these vehicles via the USB port. Improved functionality for COMBOX: z Detailed view of the text messages z Android device connection stability (linked contacts causing BT disconnection) Improved functionality for HU-H: z Reconnection strategy z 3rd Party App Metadata - Album art and song title Note: This Service Action is to be completed only at the dealer. You (dealers) will be receiving vehicles from the VDCs that will require this service action to be completed prior to customer delivery.
8404122018-11-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 5, 5S, 5C, 4S, 4, and 3GS with iOS 8.x Information. INFORMATION There is one major difference in functionality since iOS 8.0 was released. Scenario: z The customer leaves the vehicle and turns his or her phone off. z He or she turns the phone back on. z He or she enters the vehicle, but does not unlock the phone and start driving. Result: z The phone reconnects to the Bluetooth system (normal). z However, it does not transfer the contact list (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 they must unlock the phone (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: z www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth website NOTE: This SI will be updated as new information is received.
6522142018-11-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). Automated Activation of Navigation System During PDI/QC1. INFORMATION Important: The INITIAL NAV enabling code no longer needs to be pre-ordered through the Parts department! When the vehicle is connected to the diagnostic system ISTA to perform PDI/QC1, the step to activate the navigation system (part of Delete Transport Mode) will automatically request the INITIAL NAV enabling code (VIN-specific) without pre-ordering the enabling code. This enabling code will be automatically delivered through ISTA and it then activates the navigation system. Note: This VIN-specific NAV enabling code is then also automatically stored in the Repair Kit in the Aftersales Assistance Portal (ASAP). The automated INITIAL NAV enabling code request and activation of the navigation system will take no longer than 1 minute. After finishing "Delete Transport Mode," the navigation system in the vehicle will be active without entering the 20-digit INITIAL NAV enabling code manually or in ISTA. If the navigation system is not active and asking for the enabling code, turn off the ignition and wait for the head unit to enter sleep mode (approx. 3 minutes). After that, turn on the ignition again. The head unit will start up and the navigation system is activated. If the INITIAL NAV enabling code for first-time activation of the navigation system is not requested or delivered automatically, it still can be ordered manually through the Parts department and activated in the vehicle through the iDrive controller, by entering the 20-digit enabling code manually.
6136142018-11-13. Service bulletin. SEATS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Service Action: Replace Neck Warmer Control Unit. The control unit for the rear seat neck warmer may not be coded correctly. This causes the neck warmer to malfunction. Incorrect coding of the neck warmer control unit
6135142018-11-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT. 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 differnece 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. In addition, the customer may notice that the vehicles 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 that determines the displayed range, was changed with the 14-07-503 software level. The result of the changed algorithm is that the display is too conservative.
6131142018-11-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Service Action: Replace Convenience Charging Electronics (KLE). A faulty capacitor fitted in the convenience charging electronics (KLE) could cause increased vehicle charging times. This will only occur when charging the vehicle with a Level 2 charger.

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