2024 BMW X7 Rear Bumper Bracket Delivery Stop SIB 51 32 24

BMW has released Service Information Bulletin (SIB) 51 32 24, effective December 2, 2024, to address a potential issue with the rear bumper bracket in certain 2024 BMW X7 Sports Activity Vehicles. This bulletin, which supersedes SI B41 08 24, outlines a delivery stop and a repair procedure for vehicles that may experience a loose short-range radar sensor (SRR sensor).

The 2024 BMW X7 rear bumper bracket issue specifically affects vehicles produced on October 14, 2024, equipped with option codes 05AS (Active Driving Assistant) and/or 5AU (Driving Assistance Pro). The primary concern is that the short-range radar sensor (SRR sensor) on the right rear of the vehicle may come loose while driving.

Symptoms

Owners of affected 2024 BMW X7 vehicles may notice a fault in the driver assistance system. This fault is typically displayed to the customer via a "check control message (CCM)" on the instrument cluster. In some instances, the performance of the driver assistance function may be reduced or may not function at all, particularly when the vehicle is being approached from the right rear.

Diagnosis and Trigger Conditions

The issue stems from a loose short-range radar sensor (SRR sensor) located on the right rear of the vehicle. This condition is specific to 2024 BMW X7 models (G07 E-Series) produced on October 14, 2024, that are equipped with either the 05AS Active Driving Assistant or 5AU Driving Assistance Pro option codes. The SRR sensor is clipped into the rear of the vehicle, and if it becomes loose, it can interfere with the proper operation of the driver assistance systems.

Repair Procedure Summary

The repair for the 2024 BMW X7 rear bumper bracket involves replacing the right rear mounting bracket. Technicians are instructed to follow the detailed repair instructions outlined in ISTA/AIR document 51 12 160. This procedure ensures the proper seating and security of the short-range radar sensor.

Required Parts

To perform this repair, the following part is required:

• Part Number: 51 12 8 084 142
• Description: Mount, bumper rear right
• Quantity: 1

Additional materials such as fluids, lubricants, one-time use screws, nuts, and seals, as specified by ISTA repair instructions, ETK, or AIR, should also be used and invoiced separately.

Important Information for Owners

This action is primarily a delivery stop, meaning it applies to vehicles in dealer inventory that have not yet been delivered to customers. It also applies to vehicles that arrive at a BMW service center and show this action as