2022-2023 BMW X1 Front Door Clacking Sound TSB 51 19 23

BMW has released Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 51 19 23 to address a specific issue affecting certain 2022-2023 BMW X1 (U11 E-Series) vehicles. Owners may notice a distinct "clacking" sound when operating the front doors. This bulletin provides diagnostic information and a repair procedure to resolve the BMW X1 clacking sound.

This TSB applies to BMW X1 Sports Activity Vehicles (U11 E-Series) produced between August 1, 2022, and April 30, 2023.

Symptoms

Owners of affected vehicles will primarily experience a "clacking" sound when opening the front door(s). This noise indicates a problem with the door's mechanical components and can be a source of annoyance.

Cause

The root cause of the BMW X1 clacking sound is identified as a loose bolt that secures the front door brake. Over time, this bolt can loosen, leading to the audible noise during door operation.

Repair Procedure Summary

To correct the issue, technicians are instructed to replace the affected front door(s) brake bolt. The procedure involves removing the existing loose bolt and installing a new one. It is crucial that the new bolt is tightened to the specified torque of 33 Nm to ensure proper function and prevent recurrence of the issue. The repair code for this action is 5121073900, labeled as "Door stop, front Unpleasant noises."

Required Parts

The specific part required for this repair is a screw, also referred to as a bolt. The part number is 07 14 8 866 475. Depending on whether one or both front doors are affected, either one or two of these screws will be needed.

Warranty Information

This repair is covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks. The claim information specifies various labor operations for diagnosis and repair, including codes like 51 00 001* for localizing body complaints and 51 99 000 for replacing the front door brake screw(s). Technicians should refer to related Service Information Bulletins SI B01 01 20 or B01 07 20 for detailed procedures on documenting and claiming diagnosis work time.

Important Information for Owners

BMW has provided an attached video, V51 10 23, to assist technicians in understanding the issue. While this repair is considered "mobile friendly" for technicians, owners experiencing a BMW X1 clacking sound should schedule an appointment with an authorized BMW service center to have the door brake bolt inspected and replaced.

Source: NHTSA ID 10245371