2022-2023 BMW X1/X2 Gear Selector Switch Malfunction
BMW has issued Service Information Bulletin SIB 61 03 23 (Revision 2) to address issues with the Gear Selector Switch (GWS) buttons and indicator lighting in 2022-2023 BMW X1 and X2 models. This malfunction is typically caused by a damaged ribbon cable within the shift box.
Gilt auch für
- BMW X1
- 2022
- BMW X2
- 2022–2023
BMW has released Service Information Bulletin SIB 61 03 23 (Revision 2), superseding the November 2023 version of SI B61 03 23, to address issues with the Gear Selector Switch (GWS) buttons and indicator lighting. This bulletin applies to certain 2022-2023 BMW X1 Sports Activity Vehicles and X2 Sports Activity Coupes produced between January 1 and September 30, 2022. This repair is classified as "MOBILE FRIENDLY."
Symptoms
Owners of affected vehicles may notice a BMW X1 gear selector switch malfunction where the buttons on the GWS do not respond, or the function indicator lighting has failed. These issues indicate a problem with the gear selector mechanism.
Fault Codes / DTCs
When diagnosing the BMW X1 gear selector switch malfunction, one or more of the following fault codes may be stored in the GWS fault memory:
- 80268E: Park button sticking
- 80268F: Parking button defective
- 802680: Functional display defective
- 802681: Locator lighting defective
- 802691: Release button faulty
These codes specifically point to various failures within the gear selector switch unit.
Cause
The root cause of the BMW X1 gear selector switch malfunction is identified as damage to the ribbon cable located within the shift box (Selector Lever).
Repair Procedure Summary
To correct the BMW X1 gear selector switch malfunction, technicians should follow a specific procedure. This involves first performing a vehicle test using ISTA to read fault memory and diagnose any relevant issues. Next, the 12V vehicle battery must be disconnected. The core of the repair is to replace the entire shift box (Selector Lever), following repair instructions 61 31 861, titled "Replace the gearshift bracket for the gear selector switch (After vehicle diagnosis)." After replacement, the 12V battery is reconnected, and ISTA is used to clear any fault codes that may have been induced by the defective ribbon cable. Finally, the vehicle undergoes a sleep cycle (up to 30 minutes until the hazard warning switch light goes out), after which the vehicle is woken up, and the functionality of the GWS is verified.
Claim Information
This repair is covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks or the BMW Certified Pre-Owned Program. The defect code associated with this issue is 6131711500, described as an "Electric gear selector switch, Permanent malfunction." Technicians will use specific labor operations such as 00 00 006 or 00 00 556 for vehicle testing, 61 21 528 for supporting voltage, and 61 31 861 for the switch box replacement. For diagnosis work time, reference SI B01 01 20 or B01 07 20.
What Owners Should Do
If you are experiencing symptoms of a BMW X1 gear selector switch malfunction, such as non-responsive buttons or failed indicator lighting, contact your authorized BMW dealership. They will perform diagnostics to confirm the issue and carry out the necessary repair under warranty.
Source: NHTSA ID 10253730
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What BMW X1 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 14 model years.
- 853
- Owner complaints
- 27
- Recalls
- 556
- Service bulletins
- 40
- Crashes reported
- 17
- Fires reported
- 42
- Injuries reported
The 2023 model year
71 complaints, the 6th most of 14 model years on file. Owners reported 2 crashes, 0 fires and 0 injuries for this year, which also has 6 recalls on file.
Power Train, the system this article covers, accounts for 125 of 853 complaints (15%), including 6 for 2023.
Complaints by model year
| 2013 | 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 114 | |
| 2015 | 94 | |
| 2016 | 163 | |
| 2017 | 164 | |
| 2018 | 60 | |
| 2020 | 13 | |
| 2023 | 71 | |
| 2024 | 30 | |
| 2025 | 17 |
Most-reported systems
- Electrical System — 164
- Service Brakes — 136
- Air Bags — 128
- Power Train — 125
- Engine — 106
Latest recalls for the 2023 model year
- 26V422000 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic (Jul 2026)
- 24V739000 — Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (Oct 2024)
- 24V697000 — Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (Sep 2024)
Recent owner reports about power train
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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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