2022-2025 BMW i-Series Coolant Leak at Changeover Valve
BMW has issued Service Information Bulletin SIB 17 01 24 to address coolant leaks and low heater output in 2022-2025 BMW i-Series vehicles. This issue is typically caused by leaking coolant changeover valves and may trigger various fault codes and warning messages.
También aplica a
- BMW i4
- 2022–2024
- BMW i5
- 2025
- BMW i7
- 2023–2025
- BMW iX
- 2022–2025
Symptoms
Owners of 2022-2025 BMW i-Series vehicles affected by this issue may notice several symptoms related to a BMW i-Series coolant leak:
- Visible coolant leaking from under the car.
- Reduced or low heater output inside the vehicle cabin.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the common signs of a coolant leak in my BMW i-Series vehicle?
- Common signs include visible coolant leaking from under the car, reduced heating performance inside the cabin, and potentially a "Drive, you can continue driving" (ID49) message on your dashboard.
- Which fault codes are associated with the BMW i-Series coolant leak issue?
- Several fault codes may indicate this issue, including 224163, 8049AA, 80124F, 224F60, 224111, and 224107, all pointing to issues with the electric auxiliary heater or coolant system.
- Is the repair for the BMW i-Series coolant leak covered under warranty?
- Yes, the repair for this coolant leak issue, as described in BMW Service Information Bulletin SIB 17 01 24, is covered under the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty or the BMW Certified Pre-Owned Program, if applicable.
- Can I perform the coolant leak repair myself on my BMW i-Series?
- No, due to the involvement of high-voltage battery components and specialized procedures, this repair must only be performed by properly trained and certified BMW technicians to ensure safety and proper function.
- How many coolant changeover valves might my BMW i-Series have?
- The number of coolant changeover valves varies by model: BMW i4 (G26) and i7 (G70) typically have one, BMW iX (i20) has two, and BMW i5 (G60) has three.
What BMW i5 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 3 model years.
- 31
- Owner complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 70
- Service bulletins
- 6
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 3
- Injuries reported
The 2024 model year
21 complaints, the 1st most of 3 model years on file. Owners reported 2 crashes, 0 fires and 0 injuries for this year, which also has 10 recalls on file.
Engine, the system this article covers, accounts for 2 of 31 complaints (6%), including 1 for 2024.
Complaints by model year
| 2024 | 21 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8 | |
| 2026 | 2 |
Most-reported systems
- Service Brakes — 13
- Electrical System — 10
- Forward Collision Avoidance — 7
- Electronic Stability Control (Esc) — 5
- Hydraulic — 4
Latest recalls for the 2024 model year
- 26V422000 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic (Jul 2026)
- 26V096000 — Electrical System (Feb 2026)
- 25V395000 — Electrical System (Jul 2025)
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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