2023-2024 BMW X1 Check Control Messages 460 and 461

BMW has issued Service Information Bulletin (SIB) 61 05 27 to address specific BMW X1 check control messages related to the 12V battery in certain 2023-2024 BMW X1 (U11 development series) vehicles. This bulletin is part of BMW's Early Quality Feedback (EQF) process, designed to identify and resolve customer-relevant faults early in the production cycle.

The SIB 61 05 27 requests that technicians report any issues or solutions related to Check Control Messages (CCM) 460 and 461 through the TSARA (Technical Support and Research Assistant) system. This proactive approach helps BMW quickly implement solutions and improve vehicle quality.

Symptoms

Owners of affected 2023-2024 BMW X1 vehicles may observe specific warning messages on their instrument cluster. These BMW X1 check control messages are directly related to the 12V battery's condition, particularly during vehicle transport or shortly after delivery.

Two primary Check Control Messages (CCM) are identified:

• Check Control 460: This message is associated with the text "Replace battery." It indicates that the 12V battery's current state of charge during transport is problematic, suggesting the battery may have preliminary damage.
• Check Control 461: This message is associated with the text "Battery: Battery charge %0". It signifies that the 12V battery's state of charge during transport is too low, requiring a recharge.

These messages highlight potential battery health issues that could arise before a vehicle is even delivered to the customer.

Important Notes for Owners

BMW has provided crucial information regarding the scope and handling of these BMW X1 check control messages:

• Limited Vehicle Scope: The issues described in SIB 61 05 27 primarily affect vehicles with a very low mileage. The total distance covered by the affected vehicles is limited to a maximum of 124 miles (200 km). If your vehicle has significantly more mileage, these specific early quality feedback conditions may not apply.
• TSARA "Information Only" Cases: BMW is collecting data on these issues through TSARA "Information Only" cases. It is important for owners to understand that these specific "Information Only" cases are not intended for diagnosis assistance. If you are experiencing a vehicle issue that requires immediate diagnosis and repair, your service center should submit a standard TSARA case for assistance.

What Owners Should Know

While SIB 61 05 27 is primarily an internal communication for technicians to report data, it informs owners about potential early-life battery issues in their 2023-2024 BMW X1. If you encounter either "Replace battery." or "Battery: Battery charge %0" messages, especially on a new vehicle with low mileage, it indicates your vehicle might be part of this early quality feedback process.

BMW is actively monitoring these conditions to ensure rapid defect elimination and to provide timely service solutions. Technicians are instructed to report details such as the reason for the Check Control message, environmental conditions, and any reference to service solutions when creating a TSARA case. This data collection helps BMW improve future vehicle quality.

For additional information regarding TSARA case creation guidelines, BMW references bulletins "SI B00 01 23 “TSARA INFO ONLY CASE SUBMISSION GUIDELINES" and "SI B00 02 19 "BMW GROUP TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND NEW TSARA HOTLINE".

NHTSA ID: 10250373