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Service bulletins for the 2016 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.

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

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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.
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
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)
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)
B6510152018-11-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). NAV Road Map Installation Using USB Stick. INFORMATION The Navigation road map can be installed onto the head unit in the vehicle using a USB stick connected to the USB connector in the center console in the vehicle. ? 32GB USB stick is necessary ? Desired NAV road map version can be retrieved from the HDD-Update console PROCEDURE 1. Copy the desired NAV road map from the HDD-Update console onto a 32GB USB stick. Refer to Attachment. 3. When prompted, enter the 20-digit enabling code. 4. Start the NAV road map installation and follow the on-screen instructions. WARRANTY INFORMATION Not applicable. ATTACHMENTS View PDF attachment B651015_Attachment.
B6135142018-11-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. "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. ? On vehicles from 3/2015 production, hospitality charging (charger sharing) has been added. This feature will automatically unlock the charge port when the vehicle is fully charged and still plugged in. This feature is not backwards-compatible to vehicles produced prior to 3/2015. ? 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 that determines the displayed range, was changed with the 14-07-503 software level. The r
B6118152018-11-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Charging is not Possible, or is Reduced. ? Charging is no longer possible, or is only possible with restricted charging power, or: ? When charging the vehicle, the indicator light around the charging socket lights up red and the external circuit breaker (inside the A/C charger or A/C power supply) activates. CAUSE Hardware fault in the Electric Motor Electronics (EME), or the Convenience Charging Electronics (KLE).
B5116152018-11-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS. "Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until the label is removed. Vehicles at ports of entry will be remedied prior to dealer delivery. On affected vehicles, there is an incorrect label regarding the appropriate engine oil. Affected vehicles can be identified with a ""Vehicle Comment"" in the DCS Warranty Vehicle Inquiry or ISPA Light. Remove the engine oil label (located in the front or rear of the hood)."
B1232142018-11-05. Service bulletin. ENGINE. "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. During diagnosis, refer to the functional description (FUB), Troubleshooting Malfunction Indicator Lamp I01. This document explains the rationale behind what triggers an MIL on an electrified vehicle, as well as some diagnostic hints. If these diagnostics do not lead to a root cause and a solution, continue with the following: ? Do not clear faults with ISTA/D. ? Use the recommended ACTRON OBD scan tool to read out any code (P or U code) that is present. The ACTRON scan tool was sent to BMW centers via the automatic tool shipment program. For more information on this tool, refer to SI B04 18 15. ? Record any and all P/U codes. ? Look up the relevant code[s] in the attached document, SAE_P-Code_List.pdf. This list provides the description for BMW specific P/U codes. ? Match the P/U code[s] to the fault codes stored in the vehicle. Typically the P/U code description is very close to the fault code title. - NOTE: Even though multiple OBD-relevant fault codes may be stored in the vehicle, the P/U code displayed is what triggered the MIL. Therefore, continue diagnostics for the fault code associated with the P/U code displayed. ? If no P/U codes are displayed and ISTA/D diagnostics are inconclusive, submit a TC PuMA case entitled Check Engine Light - No Relevant Faults to either ""BMW i3 Powertrain Components"" or ""i8 Powertrain Components"" for further assistance. -The P code and diagnosis summary should be included in the case."
B6509152018-11-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT. HU-H: Headunit Resets Intermittently or Permanently. The HU-H (Headunit-High) resets intermittently or permanently. ? The display is inoperative and there is no audio output ? Automatic system start-up after a couple of seconds CAUSE Software error in the HU-H
B6304152018-11-05. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS. "Traces of Condensation Appear in Rear Tailgate Lights After removing the rear circuit board, dry out the lens area with an adjustable temperature heat gun. It is important that the temperature not be higher than 140 F, to avoid damage to the lens and LED. . INFORMATION Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks. Defect Code:63 21 15 48 00Rear light, rear lid leaking Or: If you are using a Main labor code for another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 63 21 800 instead. Work time labor operation code 63 99 000 is not considered a Main labor operation. Also, since the ""work time"" FRU allowance to be claimed is specified, a separate punch time is not required. Other Repairs If the leak checking results in other eligible and covered work, claim this work with the applicable defect code and/or labor operations listed in KSD2. Overlapping Labor - Associated and/or Other Repairs If invoicing KSD2 flat rate labor operation codes for the additional repair work results in overlapping labor being claim, invoice work time labor operation 00 50 000 for the additional time (FRU) minus the overlap instead. On the repair order and in the claim comment section, please identify the labor operations labor operation code 00 50 000 replaces and itemize claimed FRU amount. Work time labor operation code 00 50 000 is not considered a Main labor operation. Associated Repairs: When work time labor operation 00 50 000 is used as an extension of the repair outlined in this bulletin, a separate defect code and punch time(s) are not required. Other Repairs: When work time labor operation 00 50 000 is used for work that will be claimed under different defect codes, separate punch time(s) are required."
B6135142018-11-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. "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. ? On vehicles from 3/2015 production, hospitality charging (charger sharing) has been added. This feature will automatically unlock the charge port when the vehicle is fully charged and still plugged in. This feature is not backwards-compatible to vehicles produced prior to 3/2015. ? 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 that determines the displayed range, was changed with the 14-07-503 software level. The r
B6107152018-11-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. "Charging Stops when Using ""Occasional Use"" Cable. When charging the vehicle with the Occasional Use Cable (OUC), and the charge rate set to ""Min"" in the CID, charging may switch off during the charge cycle. In rare cases, the vehicle may not start the charging cycle at all. The following fault is stored in the Electric Machine Electronics (EME): 0x222843 - charging management: Charging target not reachable (power of charger too low) Updated software is available to prevent this situation from recurring. CAUSE The EME software had a minimum charging power threshold of 600W. On the ""Min"" charge setting in the CID, the target charging current is 6 amps. Therefore, if the available voltage at the wall socket dips below 100 volts at any time, charging will be switched off."
B5112152018-11-05. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT. Front Door Trim Panel Loose. The door trim panel is loose or has a visible gap in the area near the B-pillar. The yellow door trim panel securing clips are not robust.
B3602152018-11-05. Service bulletin. TIRES:VALVE; WHEELS. Valve Stem Replacement with Wheel Electronics. INFORMATION The valve stems are single-use only, and must be replaced every time the wheel electronics are replaced. If you loosen the nut (1), you must replace the valve stem. Failure to replace the valve stem will lead to a pressure leak. The proper repair procedure can be found in REP 3611533. Not applicable. [ Copyright (c)2015 BMW of North America, Inc. ] Page 1 of 3 Page 1 of 1 https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/232...6/4/2015 https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/232...6/4/2015 Page 1 of 3 https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/232...6/4/2015
B1220152018-11-05. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. "Service Engine Soon (MIL): RDME FC 120006. The Service Engine Soon light (MIL) is intermittently illuminated in the instrument cluster, and fault code 120006 ""Information engine switch-off time: too long compared to cooling of engine coolant"" is stored in the RDME. CAUSE Software error, faulty component, or cooling issue"
6138142018-11-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. ?SI B61 38 14 February 2015 General Electrical SystemsTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 38 14 dated January 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Drivetrain Malfunction (CCM 794) with Isolation Faults. The Drivetrain Malfunction check control message (CCM 794) is displayed, either while driving or when starting up. The following faults are stored in the vehicle: EME: 22280F and/or 222814 SME: 21F0E3 and/or 21F0E4 When the CCM is present, there are no apparent drivability concerns. After allowing the vehicle to rest and then restart, the CCM typically does not reappear. CAUSE The cause of an isolation fault is generally a resistance between HV+ or HV- and the shield/chassis ground, which is below a predetermined threshold. The following procedure addresses these faults when caused by a defect in the cable between the HV battery and the EME, as well as when excess moisture is present inside the REx eMachine. This moisture condenses and triggers the above-mentioned faults after a long REx runtime followed by rapid cooling.

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