BMW 230i Service Bulletins
152 manufacturer communications on file.
- July 23, 2026•Document ID: 11035404Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B652026
- Date Added:
- July 31, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe Central Information Display (CID) side of the Multifunction Display (MFD) may flicker intermittently. Theflickering manifests itself in three phases: The image is distorted The central information display turns black (black screen) The image is OK again The complete flickering episode with all the above-mentioned three phases only lasts about half a second intotal each time.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - July 17, 2026•Document ID: 11035492OtherVISIBILITY/WIPER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B064026
- Date Added:
- August 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryMirror Glass Return
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - July 15, 2026•Document ID: 11035403Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651926
- Date Added:
- July 31, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryActivation of the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant voice is not possible via the Multifunction Steering Wheel (MFL) button and/or via the Central Information Display (CID). Intelligent voice control via the wake-up word “Hey BMW” is possible.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - July 10, 2026•Document ID: 11035396EmissionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120326
- Date Added:
- July 31, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDue to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even though the underlying malfunction has already been rectified. This does not comply with the statutory OBD specifications.
Associated Products (41)Associated Documents - July 1, 2026•Document ID: 11034464Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B630426
- Date Added:
- July 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe front interior reading light(s) (arrows) willrandomly turn ON and OFF while driving. The reading lights are normally activated bytouching the small icons
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - June 30, 2026•Document ID: 11034457Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B512022
- Date Added:
- July 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhile driving on rough roads, a cracking sound is heard coming from the headliner area.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - June 27, 2026•Document ID: 11034458Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B520120
- Date Added:
- July 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhen getting in or out of the vehicle, a groaning noise can be heard from the opening (aperture) in the seat backrest. The noise may be heard from one or both of the front seats.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - June 26, 2026•Document ID: 11035496Warranty Program/ExtensionENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B010224
- Date Added:
- August 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - June 23, 2026•Document ID: 11034469Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651826
- Date Added:
- July 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIf BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is active in the vehicle, once the customer exits the vehicle and a newkey cycle starts, the Intelligent Personal Assistant is deactivated and no longer available.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - June 19, 2026•Document ID: 11034449Warranty Program/ExtensionELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120326
- Date Added:
- July 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDue to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even though the underlying malfunction has already been rectified. This does not comply with the statutory OBD specifications.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - June 17, 2026•Document ID: 11034468Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651726
- Date Added:
- July 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAfter a factory reset of the head unit, the navigation voice input cannot be activated or deactivated.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - June 13, 2026•Document ID: 11034466Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651226
- Date Added:
- July 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe voice command to deactivate Automatic Engine Start/Stop function can also trigger the activation ofIconic Sounds.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - June 11, 2026•Document ID: 11034462Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610126
- Date Added:
- July 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDuring vehicle start-up the Secure Element (SE) of the BCP may fail causing communication errors. TheCheck Control message “Drive carefully. Driving stabilisation.” will appear. In addition, the fault memoryentries below will be stored within 40 seconds of each other. ACSM: 02010A - Coding: Coding data not qualified VIP: 02390A - VIP control unit: Coding data not released, signature IB: 02290A - DSC control unit: Coding data not released, signature HKFM: 020D0A - HKFM: Coding data are not qualified
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - June 4, 2026•Document ID: 11034467Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651426
- Date Added:
- July 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe vehicle may experience various operational issues with Apple CarPlay Projected Modes such as: Dropped connections No automatic reconnection Display errors
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - May 11, 2026•Document ID: 11033031Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B180125
- Date Added:
- June 1, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDISCOLORIZATION OF EXHAUST SYSTEM REAR SILENCER
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - May 6, 2026•Document ID: 11032729Warranty Program/ExtensionENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B010126
- Date Added:
- May 18, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.
Associated Products (20)Associated Documents - May 5, 2026•Document ID: 11032744Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B652025
- Date Added:
- May 18, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAfter replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD), the Central Information Display (CID) is black. The backlight of the CID is illuminated, and touch function does register an audible sound.
Associated Products (27)Associated Documents - May 5, 2026•Document ID: 11032730Warranty Program/ExtensionENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B010224
- Date Added:
- May 18, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date.
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - May 4, 2026•Document ID: 11032743Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B641224
- Date Added:
- May 18, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary1. Use of aftermarket accessory hang-on cellular phone holders and/or air fresheners can break the instrument panel air vent slats. Damage and/or issues caused by outside influences are not covered under the BMW limited warranties. Originally, the air vent slats were only repairable by replacing the entire front center dash vent assembly; which in some applications, also included the IHKA control module.
Associated Products (19)Associated Documents - May 4, 2026•Document ID: 11032740Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B630925
- Date Added:
- May 18, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAfter programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSU to 25-07-5xx, some of the interior ambient lighting strips (examples circled) may no longer function properly.
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