BMW 230i Service Bulletins (2024)
44 manufacturer communications on file.
- September 9, 2026•Document ID: 11037505Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B121126
- Date Added:
- September 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryPotential customer complaints with no fault codes stored / No MIL displayed. 1. “Rough idle after idling for a longer period of time” 2. “Vehicle feels like it is misfiring at idle” The automatic Start/Stop function is deactivated. The vehicle is stopped and the engine runs at idle speed. After prolonged idle operation (approximately 30 to 50 seconds), a slight jolt or slight change in idlespeed may be noticeable. There are no relevant errors in the DME fault code memory. No mixture control error, no misfiring, no error relating to a relevant component of the drive system. Motor vehicles affected: 1. Only MHEVs (mild hybrid electric vehicle) with crankshaft-driven starter generator. 2. Only vehicles with optional equipment 01CE = recuperation system 3. Affected I-levels: I-level 24-07-500 or higher
Associated Products (9)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 - 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 InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:BODY
- 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 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 - 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 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 - April 6, 2026•Document ID: 11031574Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B320123
- Date Added:
- April 27, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhen turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises may be heard.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - March 11, 2026•Document ID: 11030061EmissionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120326
- Date Added:
- March 13, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW AG is conducting Voluntary Emissions Recall (effective March 11, 2026) on certain Model Year 2023 -2026 BMW vehicles that were produced between January 14, 2022, and September 16, 2025.
Associated Products (38)Associated Documents - February 23, 2026•Document ID: 11029068Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B330125
- Date Added:
- February 27, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary“Rattling” noises heard from the area of the luggage compartment when driving over a rough road surface.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - October 3, 2025•Document ID: 11024211Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840625
- Date Added:
- October 9, 2025
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIn some situations, an emergency call may be triggered in the vehicle without either the customer pressing the SOS Call button, or an airbag deployment event. In some cases, the customer may not even be inside the vehicle.
Associated Products (42)Associated Documents - September 17, 2025•Document ID: 11024208Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B512222
- Date Added:
- October 9, 2025
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHood lever is pulled twice but the hood only achieves the pre-latch position on both sides.
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - August 8, 2025•Document ID: 11021817Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B320123
- Date Added:
- August 13, 2025
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhen turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises may be heard.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - June 27, 2025•Document ID: 11020066Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B410525
- Date Added:
- July 2, 2025
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhile attempting to fuel/charge the vehicle,the fuel/charge door will not open.
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - May 30, 2025•Document ID: 11018732Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B660725
- Date Added:
- May 31, 2025
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe speed limit warning adopted speed, which is set by the customer, is automatically reverting to lowervalue after an extended duration of the sleep cycle.
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