BMW M550i Service Bulletins
169 manufacturer communications on file.
- November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205601Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B010121
- 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 delivery unit with in-tank pump to: 15 years/150,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205600Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B001020
- Date Added:
- December 27, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW of North America (BMW NA) has made information available online to customers about software versions, including any changes to vehicle functionality that will result from each update.
Associated Products (23)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205095Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611621
- Date Added:
- December 20, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe "energy management" Check control message (ID code 415) is falsely displayed when entering the vehicle.
Associated Products (25)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205093Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE SENSOR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611421
- Date Added:
- December 20, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe BMW Gesture Control function may fail permanently as a result of high temperature fluctuations.
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205091Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B540521
- Date Added:
- December 20, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe sunroof will not operate in either direction.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205089Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B511921
- Date Added:
- December 20, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA faulty componnent inside the trunk spindle drive.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205070Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650919
- Date Added:
- December 20, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCustomer states the following about their vehicle: active radio or music source is interrupted, the navigation is no longer available, a black screen is shown in the Control Display, the system works again after a short interruption.
Associated Products (25)Associated Documents - October 1, 2021•Document ID: 10204533Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B090321
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- 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 (23)Associated Documents - October 1, 2021•Document ID: 10204532Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B090221
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWith the introduction of BMW Remote Software Upgrade, all Service Pack 18 vehicles and partial Service Pack 15 vehicles may receive new functionalities or modifications in their features with a new Software Update.
Associated Products (23)Associated Documents - 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 (21)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 (13)Associated Documents - September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10204658Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B640721
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryOnly warm air comes out of the vents despite the air conditioning being switched on. The status indicator LED on the air conditioning control panel (IHKA) lights up green.
Associated Products (7)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 (26)Associated Documents - September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10203338Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B511314
- Date Added:
- November 8, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe trunk lid/hatch does not open fully when unlatched with remote or hands-free operation.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10203333Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120821
- Date Added:
- November 8, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhen 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 (11)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10204620Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB120421
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA software optimization affecting vehicle performance has been made available.
Associated Products (4)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 (25)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 (19)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 (21)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.
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