BMW XM Service Bulletins
159 manufacturer communications on file.
- September 17, 2026•Document ID: 11037531Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611826
- Date Added:
- September 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDue to unfavorable software, the Storage Management Electronics (SME) will not show fault codes that trigger the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) when performing ISTA Service Function "Display Permanent SAE Fault Codes." As a result, workshops will have to identify SME-specific permanent SAE (emission related) Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) stored in the vehicle during diagnosis or when preparing a vehicle for a State Emission Inspection and Maintenance through a workaround procedure.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - September 10, 2026•Document ID: 11037533Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B631123
- Date Added:
- September 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryMoisture, condensation, and/or fogging are visible in one or both Daytime Running Lights (DRL) upper headlight assemblies.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - September 8, 2026•Document ID: 11037532Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B630526
- Date Added:
- September 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAfter programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSUto I-level …26-03-5xx, customer may reportsome of the interior ambient lighting strips(arrows) may begin to fail sporadically after adeep sleep cycle. This concern is temporary and the interiorambient lighting will be restored on its ownafter the vehicle is locked/unlocked or colorselection setting is changed.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - August 22, 2026•Document ID: 11036435OtherUNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B064326
- Date Added:
- August 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFastening Elements Return
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - August 20, 2026•Document ID: 11036381Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B630526
- Date Added:
- August 27, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAfter programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSUto I-level …26-03-5xx, some of the interiorambient lighting strips (arrows) may begin tofail sporadically after a deep sleep cycle.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - August 20, 2026•Document ID: 11036380Service CampaignELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B340124
- Date Added:
- August 27, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAfter replacement of the Integrated Braking system (IB)/Power Brake the total distance covered might belower than when handed over to the workshop for the repair.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - August 12, 2026•Document ID: 11036376Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B110326
- Date Added:
- August 26, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThis Service Bulletin provides instructions to clean the intake valves using the BMW Carbon Blaster Tool P/N 81 29 2 208 034 and the S68T / XB1T Kit P/N 83 30 5 BAD 3D5. Refer to SI B04 12 11 for existing documentation about the carbon blaster tool and SI B04 02 26 for the S68T /XB1T tool kit.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - August 6, 2026•Document ID: 11036432OtherENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B064126
- Date Added:
- August 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFan Return
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - 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 16, 2026•Document ID: 11035392Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B110326
- Date Added:
- July 31, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThis Service Bulletin provides instructions to clean the intake valves using the BMW Carbon Blaster Tool
Associated Products (6)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 (42)Associated Documents - June 30, 2026•Document ID: 11034451Service CampaignSTRUCTURE:BODY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B310525
- Date Added:
- July 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe torsion spring may break at the point where it is connected to the active front stabilizer (anti-roll bar)links. A broken active stabilizer (anti-roll bar) will cause noise as you continue driving.
Associated Products (2)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: 11034455Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B410126
- Date Added:
- July 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe plug for the rear finish plate was not mounted in the factory.
Associated Products (1)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 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 (28)Associated Documents - May 4, 2026•Document ID: 11032739Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610926
- Date Added:
- May 18, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAn error in the Battery Management Electronics (SME) can lead to an interruption in communication, which can lead to the high-voltage system being turned off. The error is indicated by a Check Control message, and it is generally possible to continue driving until the vehicle is parked.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - April 29, 2026•Document ID: 11031872Service CampaignSTRUCTURE:BODY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B410126
- Date Added:
- May 1, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDelivery Stop - Tail Panel Plug
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - April 23, 2026•Document ID: 11031569Service CampaignELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610926
- Date Added:
- April 27, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAn error in the Battery Management Electronics (SME) can lead to an interruption in communication, which can lead to the high-voltage system being turned off. The error is indicated by a Check Control message, and it is generally possible to continue driving until the vehicle is parked.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - April 9, 2026•Document ID: 11031576Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610324
- Date Added:
- April 27, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryGen 5 BEV/PHEV vehicles may set the Combined Charging Unit (CCU) in programming abort due to no communication to the HV charge socket electronics.
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