BMW M550i Service Bulletins
169 manufacturer communications on file.
- April 1, 2022•Document ID: 10212786Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B121021
- Date Added:
- May 31, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe customer complains that under moderate throttle application or on deceleration after throttle application, a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Associated Products (15)Associated Documents - April 1, 2022•Document ID: 10212785Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B110621
- Date Added:
- May 31, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryInformation updated about engine oil filter cap drain plug. When performing an engine oil service on vehicles equipped with a N63M, N63B or S63M engines; the ETK states to use "Set oil filter element" P/N 11 42 5 A33 C42 or P/N 11 42 5 A33 C43. The part numbers are not available at the moment.
Associated Products (22)Associated Documents - April 1, 2022•Document ID: 10212784Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B110521
- Date Added:
- May 31, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe belt pulley on the mechanical coolant pump may fracture allowing the engine drive belt to come off the coolant pump and alternator.
Associated Products (23)Associated Documents - March 1, 2022•Document ID: 10211809Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; STEERING; LANE DEPARTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B661519
- Date Added:
- May 16, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe steering intervention for Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is too strong (severe), which can create an uncomfortable feeling for the driver. Background: Steering intervention helps keep the vehicle in the lane if the system detects that a lane marking has been crossed. The steering intervention can be noticed on the steering wheel and can be manually overridden at any time.
Associated Products (36)Associated Documents - March 1, 2022•Document ID: 10211808Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B640322
- Date Added:
- May 16, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNo heater output in passenger area.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - February 1, 2022•Document ID: 10214254Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsBACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B090321
- Date Added:
- June 21, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIn some rare cases a customer vehicle might be excluded from one or more Remote Software Upgrade(RSU) campaigns. This SIB gives an overview how to identify these vehicles and how to proceed in case of a customer complaint.
Associated Products (25)Associated Documents - February 1, 2022•Document ID: 10212528Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651221
- Date Added:
- May 31, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective June 9, 2021) on certain Model Year 2021 BMW vehicles that were produced between May 7, 2021 and May 21, 2021. The Receiver Audio Module (RAM) will need to be added to the affected vehicles.
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - February 1, 2022•Document ID: 10212523Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610222
- Date Added:
- May 31, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Service Action on certain Model Year 2019-2020 BMW Plug-In Hybrid-Electric (PHEV) vehicles that were produced between March 25, 2019, and October 17, 2020.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - January 1, 2022•Document ID: 10208181Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620122
- Date Added:
- February 22, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTemporary black screen in the instrument cluster.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - January 1, 2022•Document ID: 10208176Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B110521
- Date Added:
- February 22, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe belt pulley on the mechanical coolant pump may fracture allowing the engine drive belt to come off the coolant pump and alternator.
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - December 1, 2021•Document ID: 10206693Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840917
- Date Added:
- January 24, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhile using the wireless charger, one or both of the following may occur: 1) The BMW display key or mobile phone becomes hot to the touch. 2) The device switches off due to over temperature (built-in device protection).
Associated Products (25)Associated Documents - December 1, 2021•Document ID: 10206692Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840621
- Date Added:
- January 24, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe SIM card installed in the telematics control unit (ATM2) connects to different mobile providers' networks. However, due to a missing parameter, this does not work and can cause disruption in BMW ConnectedDrive services in areas with insufficient network coverage.
Associated Products (25)Associated Documents - December 1, 2021•Document ID: 10206690Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662419
- Date Added:
- January 24, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryVehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
Associated Products (22)Associated Documents - December 1, 2021•Document ID: 10206688Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B652121
- Date Added:
- January 24, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySiriusXM satellite radio is not working and does not display a channel list.
Associated Products (25)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205616Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsBACK OVER PREVENTION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B320420
- Date Added:
- December 27, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205615Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsBACK OVER PREVENTION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B121221
- Date Added:
- December 27, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary???Due to an unfavorable operating point primarily in the low-end torque range, the fuel vapor scavenging that takes place in that range may result in incorrect detection of a mixture that is too rich. As a result, an incorrect mixture adaptation value is stored.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205614Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B121121
- Date Added:
- December 27, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary???When charging the vehicle with an Occasional Use Charger (OUC) after previously using a Wallbox charger, the selected charging current might not be displayed correctly in the instrument cluster.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205613Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B121021
- Date Added:
- December 27, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe customer complains that under moderate throttle application or on deceleration after throttle application, a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205612Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B090121
- Date Added:
- December 27, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW offers a new special ISTA Installation made available for Roadside Assistance / Mobile Service technicians.
Associated Products (23)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205602Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER:INTERCOOLER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B010221
- Date Added:
- December 27, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFor the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Charge Air Intercooler to: 15 years/150,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date.
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