2021-2022 BMW X-Series/3-Series Lower Air Flap ELW
BMW has issued Service Information Bulletin (SIB) 01 03 25, extending the limited warranty for the Radiator Grille's Lower Active Air Flap Assembly to 15 years or 150,000 miles. This covers certain 2021-2022 BMW X5, X6, X7, and 3-Series vehicles experiencing operational issues.
Si applica anche a
- BMW 330i
- 2021–2022
- BMW X5
- 2022
- BMW X6
- 2021–2022
- BMW X7
- 2021–2022
BMW has issued Service Information Bulletin (SIB) 01 03 25, announcing an extended limited warranty (ELW) for the Radiator Grille's Lower Active Air Flap Assembly. This warranty extension applies to certain 2021-2022 BMW X5, X6, X7, and 3-Series vehicles, covering defects in materials and/or workmanship for 15 years or 150,000 miles from the vehicle's original in-service date.
This bulletin, SIB 01 03 25, supersedes a previous bulletin, SI B01 03 25, dated April 2025 (note: the original document contains a typo for the superseded bulletin date, but this is the reference provided). The extension aims to address potential operational issues with the lower active air flap assembly that may occur over time.
Important Warnings and What Owners Should Know
BMW has provided several key points for owners regarding this extended limited warranty:
- Not a Recall: This bulletin is a notice of a limited warranty extension and is explicitly NOT a notice of a Recall or Service Action. Owners should understand this distinction.
- No Immediate Repair Required: There is no immediate repair required unless your BMW vehicle is currently experiencing a problem related to the lower active air flap assembly.
- Customer Notification: BMW NA will be sending VIN-specific customer notification letters to affected owners.
- Exclusions: The extended warranty does not cover lower air flap assembly damage or other issues caused by outside influences. It also excludes issues with the upper air flap assembly and repairs performed using non-genuine BMW parts.
Symptoms of a Faulty Lower Active Air Flap
If your vehicle's lower active air flap assembly develops an operational issue, you may notice the following symptoms:
- Check Control Messages (CCM): Your vehicle's instrument cluster may display
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the BMW SIB 01 03 25 about?
- Service Information Bulletin (SIB) 01 03 25 announces an extended limited warranty for the Radiator Grille's Lower Active Air Flap Assembly on certain 2021-2022 BMW X5, X6, X7, and 3-Series models. The warranty is extended to 15 years or 150,000 miles.
- What are the symptoms of a problem with the 2021 BMW X5 lower active air flap?
- If your vehicle's lower active air flap assembly has an operational issue, you may see 'check control messages' (CCM) displayed on your instrument cluster, and/or the 'Malfunction Indicator Lamp' (MIL) may illuminate.
- Is SIB 01 03 25 a recall?
- No, BMW explicitly states that this bulletin is a notice of a limited warranty extension and is NOT a recall or service action. There is no immediate repair required unless your vehicle is currently experiencing the problem.
- How can I get reimbursed for a previous repair to my lower active air flap assembly?
- If you previously paid for a qualifying repair to your lower active air flap assembly, you may be eligible for reimbursement. You can submit a request online at www.BMW-RP.com using the reference 'BMW ELW Lower Active Air Flap 15Y150M'. You will need to provide documentation like your repair order, invoice, and proof of payment.
- What is the repair for the 2021 BMW X5 lower active air flap issue?
- The repair procedure typically involves replacing the lower air flap assembly and/or updating the vehicle's software to optimize its operation. Your authorized BMW center will perform a diagnosis to determine the necessary steps.
What BMW X5 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 27 model years.
- 3,423
- Owner complaints
- 114
- Recalls
- 1,651
- Service bulletins
- 120
- Crashes reported
- 159
- Fires reported
- 132
- Injuries reported
The 2021 model year
112 complaints, the 14th most of 27 model years on file. Owners reported 10 crashes, 3 fires and 7 injuries for this year, which also has 12 recalls on file.
Structure, the system this article covers, accounts for 128 of 3,423 complaints (4%), including 4 for 2021.
Complaints by model year
| 2001 | 160 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 195 | |
| 2008 | 235 | |
| 2009 | 157 | |
| 2011 | 331 | |
| 2012 | 295 | |
| 2013 | 162 | |
| 2015 | 152 | |
| 2019 | 194 | |
| 2021 | 112 |
Most-reported systems
- Engine — 749
- Air Bags — 663
- Electrical System — 587
- Power Train — 475
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 335
Latest recalls for the 2021 model year
- 22V267000 — Visibility (Apr 2022)
- 21V156000 — Seats (Mar 2021)
- 21V096000 — Back Over Prevention (Feb 2021)
Recent owner reports about structure
Lower tailgate failed and caused me to dump a load of groceries on a busy highway. Vehicle was inspected and it was determined that a spindle connected to a motor had failed. The tailgate must be opened and closed manually now.
Read owner complaints →This is a new bmw x5 2 months old with 2000 miles. The vehicle was parked not running with no power in my garage. On saturday morning it spontaneously combusted into flames.
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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