Service Bulletin

2021 BMW 330i Parking Assistance System Failed TSB

BMW has issued a manufacturer communication (NHTSA ID 10184593) regarding a "PARKING ASSISTANCE SYSTEM FAILED" message and other check control messages appearing in 2021 BMW 330i, M340i, and 330e vehicles during parking maneuvers.

ByAhmet Topcu — Founder & Editor-in-Chief2021 BMW 330i
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Symptoms of Parking Assistance System Failure

Owners of certain 2021 BMW models may experience a "PARKING ASSISTANCE SYSTEM FAILED" message displayed in the vehicle's check control messages (CCM) system. This issue specifically occurs when utilizing the Parking Maneuvering Assistance (PMA) system or during any parking maneuver. The appearance of these messages indicates a problem with the vehicle's parking assistance functionality.

Diagnosis and Trigger Conditions

The primary trigger for the "PARKING ASSISTANCE SYSTEM FAILED" message and other related check control messages is the active use of the Parking Maneuvering Assistance (PMA) system or general parking maneuvers. This suggests the fault is directly related to the sensors and software involved in these operations. If your BMW 330i parking assistance system is exhibiting these symptoms, it's likely occurring under these specific conditions.

Manufacturer Communication Details

This issue is addressed in a manufacturer communication, NHTSA ID 10184593. This document highlights the problem of the BMW 330i parking assistance system failing and displaying various check control messages. While the summary provided does not detail specific repair steps, it acknowledges the existence of the problem within the electrical system's ADAS parking assist sensors.

What Owners Should Do

If you own a 2021 BMW 330i, M340i, or 330e and are experiencing "PARKING ASSISTANCE SYSTEM FAILED" messages or other check control messages during parking, it is recommended to contact your authorized BMW dealership. They can diagnose the specific cause of the parking assistance system malfunction and perform any necessary repairs or software updates as outlined in the manufacturer's communication.


Source: NHTSA ID 10184593

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