2022-2023 BMW Delivery Stop: Integrated Braking System

Why this Delivery Stop Matters

BMW has issued Service Information Bulletin SIB 34 04 25 (Revision 1), a delivery stop for certain 2022-2023 BMW vehicles. This action addresses an internal data input error that causes specific fault memories to be permanently stored within the Integrated Braking System Control Unit.

While this BMW integrated braking system fault does not affect the immediate use of the vehicle by the customer, the permanent storage of these fault memories does not comply with legal specifications set by authorities like the California Air Resources Board (CARB). This delivery stop ensures that all affected vehicles meet regulatory standards before customer delivery.

What's Affected

This delivery stop applies to various 2022-2023 BMW models, including the X5, X6, X7, 5 Series, and 7 Series, as well as the X1 and X2 Sports Activity Vehicles. The affected vehicles were produced between July 12, 2021, and November 30, 2023. The issue specifically concerns the Integrated Braking System Control Unit.

The Underlying Issue

The core problem is a data input error that leads to the permanent storage of certain fault memories within the Integrated Braking System Control Unit. Although this BMW integrated braking system fault does not impact the vehicle's functionality for the customer, these stored fault memories are not compliant with legal requirements, particularly those from the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The repair involves a software update to correct this internal data anomaly.

Important Warnings for Owners and Dealers

BMW has issued strict guidelines regarding this delivery stop. Dealers are explicitly instructed:

• "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."

It is also important for owners to know that "The fault has no effect on the use of the vehicle by the customer." This indicates that while the issue requires a fix for compliance, it does not pose an immediate operational or safety concern for vehicles already on the road.

Repair Procedure Summary

The correction for the BMW integrated braking system fault involves updating the vehicle software. This can be done either via Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) or through ISTA programming at a BMW dealership. RSU is the preferred method if available for the specific vehicle.

For vehicles requiring ISTA programming, the procedure involves several steps:

1. Determine I-Level: The vehicle's current I-level must be identified using AIR or the Key Reader/Aftersales Workplace (AWP) application.
2. Software Update: If the I-level is lower than the required 24-11-574 (for F95, F96, G05, G06, G07, G60, G70 models) or 24-11-567 (for U10, U11 models), the vehicle must be programmed using ISTA 4.52.3x (released March 18, 2025) or higher.
3. Programming Steps: This includes connecting a battery charger and the programming system (ISTA 4), determining and working through the measures plan, following a rework list, and performing a vehicle test. Fault memory will be deleted if needed.

The repair code associated with this action is 0034180300, which covers programming control units for the integrated braking system. This Service Information Bulletin SIB 34 04 25 replaces an earlier version of SIB 34 04 25 dated April 2025.

Required Tools or Parts

No new parts are required for this repair. The procedure is solely a software update. However, technicians must use a BMW-approved battery charger/power supply during the programming process, as outlined in SI B04 23 10, to ensure stable voltage.

Owner Action

If you own a 2022-2023 BMW X5, X6, X7, 5 Series, 7 Series, X1, or X2, you should check with your BMW dealer to determine if your vehicle is subject to this delivery stop. Vehicles requiring this campaign will show as “Open” in BMW's internal systems. The software update will be performed free of charge under warranty.

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NHTSA ID: 11017300