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If the situation is currently present, sit in the seat and move the seat to a slightly different position. The POL (Passenger Occupancy Light) light should now function correctly. In some cases, the Air bag Warning Light was illuminated, and the following Advanced Crash Safety Module (ACSM) fault is stored: 930A1C - Front passenger seat occupancy detection transmitting fault (moisture)","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2026/MC-11028928-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2026/MC-11028928-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/11028928"},{"nhtsa_id":11019575,"type":"warranty_extension","type_name":"Warranty extension","date_added":"2025-06-17","date":"2025-06-10","document_id":"B720125","mfr_campaign":"6577900600","component":"AIR BAGS","summary":"The Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Front Passenger’s Seat Occupancy Capacitive Interior Sensor (CIS) Mat for defects in materials and/or workmanship that causes a false seat occupancy alert to occur has been extended to 10 years / 120,000 miles as determined from the vehicle's original in-service / first delivery date.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2025/MC-11019575-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2025/MC-11019575-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/11019575"},{"nhtsa_id":11018552,"type":"warranty_extension","type_name":"Warranty extension","date_added":"2025-05-26","date":"2025-05-01","document_id":"B720125","mfr_campaign":"6577900600","component":"AIR BAGS","summary":"A situation may occur where the front passenger seat is not occupied; however, a “fasten seat belt” warning and a front passenger seat air bag deactivation message appears. If the situation is currently present, sit in the seat and move the seat to a slightly different position. The POL (Passenger Occupancy Light) light should now function correctly. In some cases, the Air bag Warning Light was illuminated, and the following Advanced Crash Safety Module (ACSM) fault is stored: 930A1C - Front passenger seat occupancy detection transmitting fault (moisture)","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2025/MC-11018552-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2025/MC-11018552-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/11018552"},{"nhtsa_id":11017101,"type":"warranty_extension","type_name":"Warranty extension","date_added":"2025-04-18","date":"2025-04-18","document_id":"B720125","mfr_campaign":"6577900600","component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; AIR BAGS","summary":"The Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Front Passenger’s Seat Occupancy Capacitive Interior Sensor (CIS) Mat for defects in materials and/or workmanship that causes a false seat occupancy alert to occur has been extended to 10 years / 120,000 miles as determined from the vehicle's original in-service / first delivery date.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2025/MC-11017101-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2025/MC-11017101-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/11017101"},{"nhtsa_id":11000579,"type":"warranty_extension","type_name":"Warranty extension","date_added":"2024-05-31","date":"2024-05-02","document_id":"B010324","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"ENGINE","summary":"EVAP SYSTEM PURGE (VENT) VALVE EXT LTD WTY (ELW) 15/150","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-11000579-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-11000579-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/11000579"},{"nhtsa_id":10252038,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2024-04-01","date":"2024-03-04","document_id":"B120721","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","summary":"Check Control message (CCM) indicates: (ID 213): Stop, exercising due care. Voltage supply The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following DME Fault Code: 21B209 - Starter alternator / belt for 48V system (OSA_RIEMEN_RISS): Belt betweenCombustion engine and starter generator torn And/or one or more of the following other issues are also occurring: Noise in the area of the belt drive. Odor from the engine compartment. Smoke formation in the area of the belt drive. Drive belt damaged or prematurely worn. Torn drive belt.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10252038-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10252038-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10252038"},{"nhtsa_id":10252031,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2024-04-01","date":"2024-03-14","document_id":"B630418","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","summary":"One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10252031-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10252031-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10252031"},{"nhtsa_id":10249437,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2024-02-01","date":"2024-01-16","document_id":"B510819","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","summary":"The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10249437-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10249437-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10249437"},{"nhtsa_id":10249032,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2024-02-01","date":"2024-01-05","document_id":"B610524","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","summary":"The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3). FaultB7F8F9 â“ âHU-H: Resetâ will be stored in the HU-H3.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10249032-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10249032-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10249032"},{"nhtsa_id":10249027,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2024-02-01","date":"2024-01-11","document_id":"B611305","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","summary":"The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle “discharged battery” complaints.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10249027-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10249027-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10249027"},{"nhtsa_id":10249017,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2024-02-01","date":"2024-01-04","document_id":"B320223","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"STEERING","summary":"SITUATION Unusual noises occur only when operating the steering column in the axial direction. 1. A one-time thump sound at the start of movement Shortly after the steering column starts moving, retracting, or extending, a one-time thump noise is heard. See attached video V32 03 23 2. Humming noise while steering column extends in the axial direction. The sound is only heard when the steering column is extended, not when the steering column is retracted. When the steering column starts to move in the extended direction, the humming noise can be heard. See attached video V32 04 23","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10249017-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10249017-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10249017"},{"nhtsa_id":10249015,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2024-02-01","date":"2024-01-05","document_id":"B160123","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","summary":"A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system(NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). For this condition, the following fault is stored in the DME: 190302 - fuel tank ventilation and scavenging air system, micro-leak: leakage more than 0.5mm For: Model vehicles other that the ones listed above, or for EVAP faults related to a “large leak,” after confirming that the fuel filler cap is fitted properly, then, proceed to follow the corresponding test plan","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10249015-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10249015-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10249015"},{"nhtsa_id":10245367,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-12-06","date":"2023-11-09","document_id":"B120721","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","summary":"Check Control message (CCM) indicates: (ID 213): Stop, exercising due care. Voltage supply The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following DME Fault Code: 21B209 - Starter alternator / belt for 48V system (OSA_RIEMEN_RISS): Belt betweenCombustion engine and starter generator torn And/or one or more of the following other issues are also occurring: Noise in the area of the belt drive. Odor from the engine compartment. Smoke formation in the area of the belt drive. Drive belt damaged or prematurely worn. Torn drive belt.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10245367-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10245367-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10245367"},{"nhtsa_id":10245365,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-12-06","date":"2023-11-13","document_id":"B011423","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","summary":"PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE (PCV) EXTENDED LTD WTY 15 YEARS/150,000 MILES","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10245365-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10245365-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10245365"},{"nhtsa_id":10242694,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-09-25","date":"2023-08-01","document_id":"B520121","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"SEATS","summary":"?The front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10242694-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10242694-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10242694"},{"nhtsa_id":10242691,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-09-25","date":"2023-08-01","document_id":"B320223","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"STEERING","summary":"?Unusual noises occur only when operating the steering column in the axial direction.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10242691-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10242691-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10242691"},{"nhtsa_id":10239614,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-07-24","date":"2023-06-01","document_id":"B640821","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM","summary":"The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more (38 F to 60 F +) without changing any climate control settings.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10239614-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10239614-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10239614"},{"nhtsa_id":10239611,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-07-24","date":"2023-06-01","document_id":"B630821","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","summary":"Headlight check control (CC) message 128 \"High beam headlight failure\" is displayed. The following fault codes are stored during a vehicle test: 80419A - Left high-beam headlight: Short circuit and/or 8041A5 - light outputs: Number of permitted short circuit cycles exceeded","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10239611-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10239611-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10239611"},{"nhtsa_id":10239605,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-07-24","date":"2023-06-01","document_id":"B340914","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"WHEELS","summary":"The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warning light comes on while driving. The following DSC fault codes for the wheel speed sensors are stored: 480712 and/or 480715 and/or 480718 and/or 48071B They cannot be cleared, even though the wheel speed sensors work correctly and no problem can be found with the wiring harness.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10239605-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10239605-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10239605"},{"nhtsa_id":10239604,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-07-24","date":"2023-06-01","document_id":"B320420","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"STEERING","summary":"A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10239604-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10239604-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10239604"},{"nhtsa_id":10239602,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-07-24","date":"2023-06-01","document_id":"B160123","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","summary":"A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system (NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). For this condition, the following fault is stored in the DME: 190302 - fuel tank ventilation and scavenging air system, micro-leak: leakage more than 0.5 mm.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10239602-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10239602-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10239602"},{"nhtsa_id":10239595,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-07-24","date":"2023-06-01","document_id":"B011219","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY","summary":"Radiator Grille Upper and Lower Active Air Flaps limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10239595-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10239595-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10239595"},{"nhtsa_id":10238090,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-06-26","date":"2023-05-01","document_id":"B651523","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","summary":"After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10238090-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10238090-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10238090"},{"nhtsa_id":10238083,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-06-26","date":"2023-05-01","document_id":"B610123","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","summary":"Due to a software error, the vehicle sporadically does not achieve sleep mode. As a result, the 12-volt battery becomes discharged and may cause a no-start condition.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10238083-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10238083-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10238083"},{"nhtsa_id":10238081,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-06-26","date":"2023-05-01","document_id":"B514616","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE","summary":"Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10238081-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10238081-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10238081"}],"next_cursor":"2023-06-26_10238081","note":"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.","attribution":[]}