BMW X7 Service Bulletins (2021)
292 manufacturer communications on file.
- September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10204661Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662419
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryVehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle maynot start when placing the key against the steering column.
Associated Products (86)Associated Documents - September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10204660Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651312
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. The Headunit High 2 (HU-H2), also called NBT-EVO, superseded the NBT HU and was introduced in 3/2014. This uses map North America EVO. The Headunit High 3 (HU-H3, also called MGU) superseded the NBT-EVO starting with certain MY2019 vehicles with option code 6U3 Live Cockpit Professional or 6U2 Live Cockpit Plus. This uses map North America LIVE. The ENTRY Media/Navigation (HU-B) is the low line business version of the navigation system and was introduced in 3/2014. This uses map North America ROUTE. The ENTRY NAV EVO (HU-B2) replaced Entry Media/Navigation as the low-line business version and was introduced in certain MY2018 vehicles. This uses map North America WAY.
Associated Products (108)Associated Documents - September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10204659Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B640821
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more (38F to 60F +) without changing any climate control settings. In some cases the air conditioning may have stopped blowing cold air altogether.
Associated Products (74)Associated Documents - September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10203340Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610721
- Date Added:
- November 8, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryGroaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the vehicle,when turning the steering wheel.
Associated Products (169)Associated Documents - September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10203339Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B520921
- Date Added:
- November 8, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNoise is heard from the seat frame/rail assembly when activating the seat motors.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10203334Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B340720
- Date Added:
- November 8, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDSCi units which potentially have a faulty hydraulic valve were installed in the vehicles. The affected unitsmay activate a sporadic red-colored Check Control Message.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10204625Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB340721
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhen starting the vehicle vehicle at standstill, various yellow Check Control Messages CCMs appear. ID code 00042: Brake system. Additional notes: Avoid abrupt braking as far as possible. Drive at a moderate speed. Have it checked by your nearest Service Center. ID code 2046: Braking force assistance. Additional notes: Braking force assistance failure. Higher pedal force required for vehicle deceleration. Drive at a moderate speed. Have it checked by your nearest Service Center.
Associated Products (44)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10202474Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB 62 03 21
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhen the vehicle is operated in Sport Mode, the engine speed is no longer displayed in the BMW Head-Up Display (HUD).
Associated Products (98)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10202471Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB 61 09 21
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCheck control message (CCM-ID 49) "You can continue driving. Drivetrain". In addition, the following information is shown on the Central Information Display (CID): "You can continue to drive. No roadside assistance necessary. To avoid subsequent damage, arrange an appointment with your Service Partner".
Associated Products (82)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10202469Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB 61 04 21
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe customer may complain of a check control message stating "Safe share detected" (CCM-ID 953). Check control message can be verified by checking key reader information or performing the Check control message history service function.
Associated Products (61)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10202468Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB 61 01 21
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary48 V battery may become totally discharged, and possible replacement needed if: a) The vehicle has been charged using a 12 V charger with the hood closed during a long stationary period, the. For example, the showroom or storage. b) Vehicles stored for an extended period connected to a low output solar or trickle charger. c) Vehicles stored for an extended period with no charger connected and not properly maintained 12 V battery.
Associated Products (36)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10201149Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662919
- Date Added:
- September 7, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe top view image of the vehicle is misaligned when observed in the Control Information Display (CID). When the vehicle is parked in a parking spot with line markings, it is clearly noticed in the CID that the lines are not parallel to the side of the vehicle. This may be noticed on either the driver side, passenger side or both.
Associated Products (89)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10201148Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651721
- Date Added:
- September 7, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe BMW key card cannot be activated. The activation menu in the BMW iDrive is missing.
Associated Products (61)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10201144Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B511821
- Date Added:
- September 7, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe center console (armrest) may not open.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10201143Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B511721
- Date Added:
- September 7, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe tailgate will not completely open and will not close completely. In most cases, the tailgate will release and open only a short distance before stopping. In some situations, a humming noise can be heard, but no activation can be seen.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - June 1, 2021•Document ID: 10200247Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651121
- Date Added:
- August 9, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySiriusXM satellite radio is not working and does not display a channel list.
Associated Products (94)Associated Documents - June 1, 2021•Document ID: 10200241Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B630418
- Date Added:
- August 9, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryOne or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
Associated Products (74)Associated Documents - June 1, 2021•Document ID: 10200237Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610421
- Date Added:
- August 9, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe customer may complain of a check control message stating "Safe share detected" (CCM-ID 953). Check control message can be verified by checking key reader information or performing the Check control message history service function.
Associated Products (63)Associated Documents - June 1, 2021•Document ID: 10200236Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY; SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B520920
- Date Added:
- August 9, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryVarious concerns about the third row of seats: 1. Head restraint (aka headrest), on one or both sides, cannot be folded down. 2. Third-row seating, on one or both sides, cannot be folded down.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - June 1, 2021•Document ID: 10200234Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; SEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B520121
- Date Added:
- August 9, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFront seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted
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