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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":10249016,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2024-02-01","date":"2024-01-09","document_id":"B310124","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"SUSPENSION","summary":"With the vehicle is on a lift and the front struts are in the extended position, there may be a cracking and orclicking type noise when turning the steering wheel left/right. See attached video V31 01 24. The sound can reoccur when the vehicle is lowered, and the wheels are once again under load. The noise might also be heard for a short time while driving.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10249016-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-10249016-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10249016"},{"nhtsa_id":10244237,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-11-01","date":"2023-10-13","document_id":"B340714","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","summary":"Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop. 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Emergency call location data is unaffected.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10235205-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10235205-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10235205"},{"nhtsa_id":10235202,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-05-01","date":"2023-03-01","document_id":"B630917","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","summary":"Exterior rear lights do not work.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10235202-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10235202-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10235202"},{"nhtsa_id":10233158,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2023-03-20","date":"2023-02-01","document_id":"B340921","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"SERVICE BRAKES","summary":"A turbine-like noise can be heard from the rear axle while deceleration during the first 300 miles of operation when braking from low speed.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10233158-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10233158-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10233158"},{"nhtsa_id":10227568,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2022-12-12","date":"2022-10-01","document_id":"B650414","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"LANE DEPARTURE; UNKNOWN OR OTHER; AIR BAGS; SEATS:BARRIERS; BACK OVER PREVENTION","summary":"According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code \"930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction\" is stored. The fault may or may not currently be present. Or 2. ACSM fault code \"930A1C - Front passenger seat occupancy detection transmitting fault(moisture)\" is stored. 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Note: Opening, closing and starting via the BMW Digital Key or the Digital Key Card are not affected.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2022/MC-10218384-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2022/MC-10218384-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10218384"},{"nhtsa_id":10214990,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2022-07-05","date":"2022-05-01","document_id":"SIB651312","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","summary":"The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. The Headunit High 2 (HU-H2), also called NBT-EVO, superseded the NBT HU and was introduced in 3/2014. This uses map North America EVO. The Headunit High 4 (HU-H4, also called MGU21) superseded the MGU starting with certain MY2021 vehicles with option code 6U3 Live Cockpit Professional. This uses map North America JOY. The ENTRY Media/Navigation (HU-B) is the low line business version of the navigation system and was introduced in 3/2014. This uses map North America ROUTE. The ENTRY NAV EVO (HU-B2) replaced Entry Media/Navigation as the low-line business version and was introduced in certain MY2018 vehicles. 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This would lead to loss of coolant from the engine.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2022/MC-10214256-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2022/MC-10214256-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10214256"},{"nhtsa_id":10205068,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2021-12-20","date":"2021-11-01","document_id":"B640613","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL","summary":"Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10205068-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10205068-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10205068"},{"nhtsa_id":10204660,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2021-12-13","date":"2021-09-01","document_id":"B651312","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)","summary":"The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). 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As a side effect of the highest possible brake performance, customers are likely to hear noises due to the extremely resilient materials. In the same conversation, inform the customer that his/her braking performance can help ensure that the noises do not occur or disappear quickly.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10203336-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10203336-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10203336"},{"nhtsa_id":10203335,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2021-11-08","date":"2021-09-01","document_id":"B340921","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY","summary":"A turbine-like noise can be heard from the rear axle while deceleration during the first 300 miles of operationwhen braking from low speed.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10203335-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10203335-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10203335"},{"nhtsa_id":10201141,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2021-09-07","date":"2021-07-01","document_id":"B341019","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","summary":"Inform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and M Carbon Ceramic (optional) brakes are high-performance brake systems which are designed for sporty, dynamic driving styles. As a side effect of the highest possible brake performance, customers are likely to hear noises due to the extremely resilient materials In the same conversation, inform the customer that his/her braking performance can help ensure that the noises do not occur or disappear quickly.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10201141-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10201141-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10201141"},{"nhtsa_id":10200489,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2021-08-23","date":"2021-05-01","document_id":"B840221","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL","summary":"TELEMATICS UNIT RETROFIT TO 4G CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY: The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10200489-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10200489-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10200489"}],"next_cursor":"2021-08-23_10200489","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":[]}