2024 BMW i5, i7, i4 Electric Auxiliary Heater Delivery Stop

BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop, identified as SIB 64 06 25, affecting a limited number of Model Year 2024 BMW i4, i5, and i7 vehicles. This delivery stop, effective May 16, 2025, concerns the electric auxiliary heater in these vehicles. For potential owners interested in a 2024 BMW i5 Electric Auxiliary Heater, this means there will be a delay in delivery for affected units.

A delivery stop is a measure taken by a manufacturer to prevent the sale or delivery of new, certified pre-owned, or used vehicles that have an identified issue requiring a repair. Unlike a recall, which typically addresses vehicles already in customer hands, a delivery stop applies to vehicles still within the dealership's inventory or in transit. Its purpose is to ensure that any potential safety or quality concerns are addressed before the vehicle reaches a customer.

The Electric Auxiliary Heater Issue

The electric auxiliary heater is a component in electric vehicles designed to provide supplemental heating for the cabin, especially in colder temperatures, without relying solely on the vehicle's primary propulsion system. While the specific nature of the defect requiring this delivery stop has not been detailed in the initial bulletin, the issuance of SIB 64 06 25 indicates a significant concern that must be resolved prior to vehicle delivery. This issue specifically impacts the 2024 BMW i5 Electric Auxiliary Heater, among others.

Critical Warnings for Dealerships and Consumers

BMW has issued explicit instructions regarding vehicles subject to this delivery stop. These warnings are crucial for both dealerships and potential buyers:

• "Do not deliver to a customer, a New, Certified Pre-Owned or Used vehicle subject to a Delivery Stop, until the vehicle is repaired."
• "Do not use or sell replacement equipment/parts subject to a Delivery Stop."

These instructions mean that any affected 2024 BMW i4, i5, or i7 vehicle cannot be sold or delivered to a customer until the necessary repair or update related to the electric auxiliary heater is completed. Furthermore, dealerships are prohibited from using or selling any replacement parts that are also subject to this delivery stop.

What This Means for Potential Buyers

If you have ordered or are considering purchasing a 2024 BMW i4, i5, or i7 produced within the specified dates, your vehicle may be subject to this delivery stop. This will result in a delay in receiving your vehicle until BMW provides and implements a resolution. It is advisable to contact your BMW dealer to inquire about the status of any specific vehicle you are interested in. They can check the vehicle's VIN against the campaign status to confirm if it is affected by SIB 64 06 25.

Next Steps and Resolution

BMW has stated that the bulletin will be updated once additional information, including the specific repair procedure, becomes available. Until then, affected vehicles will remain in dealer inventory or at port, awaiting the necessary fix. Owners and prospective buyers should monitor official BMW communications or consult their dealership for updates on the resolution of the 2024 BMW i5 Electric Auxiliary Heater issue and the lifting of Delivery Stop SIB 64 06 25.

Source: NHTSA ID: 11018736