BMW M3 Service Bulletins (2021)
64 manufacturer communications on file.
- January 8, 2026•Document ID: 11027766Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B410725
- Date Added:
- January 23, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhile driving on a smooth and/or unevenroad, a “cracking” sound is heard from therear wheel arch area (highlighted in orange) on either the right or left side.
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - August 20, 2025•Document ID: 11022101Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B410725
- Date Added:
- August 24, 2025
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhile driving on a smooth and/or uneven road, a “cracking” sound is heard from the rear wheel arch area (highlighted in orange) on either the right or left side.
Associated Products (22)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 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 - October 13, 2023•Document ID: 10244237Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B340714
- Date Added:
- November 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFunctional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop. CAUSE Material-
Associated Products (40)Associated Documents - June 1, 2023•Document ID: 10239611Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B630821
- Date Added:
- July 24, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHeadlight check control (CC) message 128 "High beam headlight failure" is displayed. The following fault codes are stored during a vehicle test: 80419A - Left high-beam headlight: Short circuit and/or 8041A5 - light outputs: Number of permitted short circuit cycles exceeded
Associated Products (69)Associated Documents - June 1, 2023•Document ID: 10239610Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B630321
- Date Added:
- July 24, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCondensation is present on the inner surfaces in one or both taillights (circled).
Associated Products (39)Associated Documents - June 1, 2023•Document ID: 10239602Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B160123
- Date Added:
- July 24, 2023
- 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 0.5 mm.
Associated Products (67)Associated Documents - June 1, 2023•Document ID: 10239601Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120323
- Date Added:
- July 24, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop effective June 6, 2023 on certain Model Year 2023 - 2024 BMW vehicles that were produced between October 26, 2022 and May 8, 2023.
Associated Products (65)Associated Documents - May 1, 2023•Document ID: 10238081Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B514616
- Date Added:
- June 26, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryUpon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
Associated Products (81)Associated Documents - March 1, 2023•Document ID: 10235206Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsLANE DEPARTURE:LANE KEEP:NAVIGATION SYSTEM/SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B841422
- Date Added:
- May 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCustomer is shown an incorrect GPS location in the vehicle (i.e., Nav Map, coordinates).
Associated Products (71)Associated Documents - March 1, 2023•Document ID: 10235203Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651623
- Date Added:
- May 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCustomer states there is no audio playback (telephony, navigation, radio) and system sounds (PDC, turn indicators, acoustic signals) may also have failed.
Associated Products (75)Associated Documents - March 1, 2023•Document ID: 10235198Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620223
- Date Added:
- May 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIn SPORT mode, a black square appears in the RPM gauge (tachometer) section of the instrument cluster display.
Associated Products (22)Associated Documents - March 1, 2023•Document ID: 10235180Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B320123
- Date Added:
- May 1, 2023
- 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 (34)Associated Documents - February 1, 2023•Document ID: 10233162Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:WIRELESS CHARGER/CRADLE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610120
- Date Added:
- March 20, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCustomer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downward hand pressure is maintained.
Associated Products (30)Associated Documents - February 1, 2023•Document ID: 10233158Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B340921
- Date Added:
- March 20, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA turbine-like noise can be heard from the rear axle while deceleration during the first 300 miles of operation when braking from low speed.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - December 1, 2022•Document ID: 10230740Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B841422
- Date Added:
- January 30, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCustomer is shown an incorrect GPS location in the vehicle (i.e., Nav Map, coordinates).
Associated Products (60)Associated Documents - December 1, 2022•Document ID: 10230739Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B841222
- Date Added:
- January 30, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective November 10, 2022) on a small number of Model Year 2023 BMW vehicles that were produced between August 8, 2022 and October 18, 2022.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - December 1, 2022•Document ID: 10230729Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B512222
- Date Added:
- January 30, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHood lever is pulled twice but the hood only achieves the pre-latch position on both sides.
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