BMW X3 Service Bulletins
382 manufacturer communications on file.
- June 12, 2024•Document ID: 11002864Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsUNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650121
- Date Added:
- July 2, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNo Bass or a cracking noise can be heard from the bass speakers.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - June 4, 2024•Document ID: 11002861Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650421
- Date Added:
- July 2, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA rattling/ droning noise is heard in the vehicle interior when the air conditioning (AC) is activated. Vibrationsare felt in the driver’s footwell.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - May 30, 2024•Document ID: 11000616Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651224
- Date Added:
- June 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe Central information Display (CID) screen goes black and the Headunit (HU-H3) resets sporadically.After a short period of time, the function of the CID and HU-H3 is available again. Additionally, fault code B7F8F9 – “HU-H: Reset” will be stored in the HU-H3. The issue may occur multiple times while driving longer distances. CAUSE Unfavorable
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - May 3, 2024•Document ID: 11000500Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B270220
- Date Added:
- May 29, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThere is a jerking or shuddering during either or both of the following: Cornering or accelerating from low speeds Driving with low to medium loads There are no warning lights or Check Control messages.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - April 4, 2024•Document ID: 10253326Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B410722
- Date Added:
- May 3, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhile driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - March 14, 2024•Document ID: 10252033Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B310122
- Date Added:
- April 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDuring inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/o router CV boots.
Associated Products (25)Associated Documents - March 14, 2024•Document ID: 10252031Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B630418
- Date Added:
- April 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryOne or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
Associated Products (39)Associated Documents - February 16, 2024•Document ID: 10250374Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B640422
- Date Added:
- March 2, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAn interference noise (groaning noise) can be heard from within the heating and air-conditioning unit in thecenter of the instrument panel. The groaning noise always occurs when either a ventilation flap, air stratification flap or the recirculated airflap moves to a different position. Due to the complex design of the heating and air-conditioning unit, the kinematics causing it (top or bottom,left or right) may not be able to be precisely located. Depending on the vehicle model, the number of servomotors (and the associated kinematics unit) varies.Various models use either 2 or 3 servomotors.
Associated Products (32)Associated Documents - January 29, 2024•Document ID: 10249425Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B170122
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe Check Control message below appears even though the coolant level is not below minimum when theengine is cold. Check Control message (ID 166): Top up coolant.
Associated Products (18)Associated Documents - January 16, 2024•Document ID: 10249437Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B510819
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Associated Products (77)Associated Documents - January 11, 2024•Document ID: 10249027Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611305
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle âÂÂdischarged batteryâ complaints.
Associated Products (194)Associated Documents - January 9, 2024•Document ID: 10249016Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B310124
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWith the vehicle is on a lift and the front struts are in the extended position, there may be a cracking and orclicking type noise when turning the steering wheel left/right. See attached video V31 01 24. The sound can reoccur when the vehicle is lowered, and the wheels are once again under load. The noise might also be heard for a short time while driving.
Associated Products (20)Associated Documents - January 8, 2024•Document ID: 10249024Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B541119
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThis bulletin outlines known areas of possible water entry, operational noise, or wind noise for the vehicles listed above. It serves only as a diagnostic resource in troubleshooting complaints from the roof area. This bulletin and the associated attachments are designed to provide one single diagnostic resource for troubleshooting all known issues related to the panoramic sunroof of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles which have quality improvement measures already in place.
Associated Products (18)Associated Documents - January 8, 2024•Document ID: 10249018Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B360121
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAt low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned. This can be felt (jerking)/ heard via an acoustic acknowledgement (clunk) as seen at the 11 second mark of the video. See attached video V36 01 21.
Associated Products (77)Associated Documents - January 5, 2024•Document ID: 10249032Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610524
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3). FaultB7F8F9 ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂàÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂHU-H: ResetÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂàwill be stored in the HU-H3.
Associated Products (79)Associated Documents - January 5, 2024•Document ID: 10249015Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B160123
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system(NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). For this condition, the following fault is stored in the DME: 190302 - fuel tank ventilation and scavenging air system, micro-leak: leakage more than 0.5mm For: Model vehicles other that the ones listed above, or for EVAP faults related to a âÃÂÃÂlarge leak,âÃÂàafter confirming that the fuel filler cap is fitted properly, then, proceed to follow the corresponding test plan
Associated Products (70)Associated Documents - December 20, 2023•Document ID: 10247566Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B320523
- Date Added:
- January 3, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe bolting of the sensor housing on the steering gear may not have been carried out correctly. The originalbolting may cause a low offset in the sensor signal and result in a noticeable asymmetry of the steering assistance.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - December 15, 2023•Document ID: 10247574Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B521823
- Date Added:
- January 3, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA noise can be heard from underneath the seat while the seat is being moved either forwards or backwards. This can occur to the driverâÂÂs and/or the passengerâÂÂs front seat.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - November 28, 2023•Document ID: 10246225Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650122
- Date Added:
- December 6, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes is stored in the ACSM (air bag control unit): 930949 - Knee airbag, driver: short circuit to negative terminal 93094F - Knee airbag, front passenger: short circuit to negative terminal 93094C - Knee airbag driver's side: Resistance too great 930952 - Knee airbag, front passenger: Resistance too great
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - November 17, 2023•Document ID: 10246223Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B320523
- Date Added:
- December 6, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective November 17, 2023) on certain Model Year 2024 BMWvehicles that were produced between August 18, 2023, and September 29, 2023. 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 DeliveryStop. The bulletin will be updated when additional information becomes available.
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