BMW X3 Service Bulletins
382 manufacturer communications on file.
- October 23, 2023•Document ID: 10244269Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTENNA
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B653323
- Date Added:
- November 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDue to an improper process during vehicle production, the roof-mounted antenna housing may not be correctly affixed to the roof, and water could enter the vehicle.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - October 18, 2023•Document ID: 10244239Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY; STRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B540421
- Date Added:
- November 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThis situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
Associated Products (19)Associated Documents - September 29, 2023•Document ID: 10242967Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MCAS4023
- Date Added:
- October 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW AG has requested the inspection of all dealer stock of the following part number(s) listed below to ensure the spacer is conformed to drawing.
Associated Products (56)Associated Documents - September 28, 2023•Document ID: 10242970Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B240423
- Date Added:
- October 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective September 28, 2023) on certain Model Year 2023 BMWvehicles that were produced between January 23, 2023, and June 15, 2023.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - September 12, 2023•Document ID: 10242879Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B513019
- Date Added:
- October 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA groaning noise is present from the door frame of any door, most commonly when driving over rough roadsor during body flex. This situation may be worse in vehicles which are regularly waxed in the area of the door jamb. Note: This service information bulletin contains diagnostic and repair information which was previouslyincluded in an NED test plan that has been removed.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - September 11, 2023•Document ID: 10242874Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B652823
- Date Added:
- October 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCustomers may be experiencing one or more of these following issues with Bluetooth operation: Bluetooth cannot be switched on or off in the head unit (HU-H4) Paired mobile devices cannot be deleted Customer is unable to make phone calls or stream music with mobile device Customer is unable to connect a new mobile device via Bluetooth Mobile device does not automatically reconnect via Bluetooth in the next drive cycle (after short sleep cycle)
Associated Products (28)Associated Documents - September 6, 2023•Document ID: 10242871Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B661323
- Date Added:
- October 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryVarious Check Control messages (CCM) can be displayed to the customer, which indicate a restrictedfunction or an unavailability of the driver assistance systems or driver assistance functions. During the diagnosis, the following fault memory entries are entered individually or in combination: 800AC4 - Camera calibration failed 800AC8 - Permanent calibration error 800A24 - Temporary software fault 800ABE - KAFAS camera: Field of view permanently faulty This only affects vehicles with the following optional equipment: 5AU Driving AssistantProfessional.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - August 1, 2023•Document ID: 10242699Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER; STRUCTURE; VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610220
- Date Added:
- September 25, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?When driving over uneven pavement or cobblestones, a knocking noise is present from the passenger side front area (A pillar). Once the vehicle is driven on a flat, even surface; the noise is no longer present.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - August 1, 2023•Document ID: 10242696Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE; VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B540123
- Date Added:
- September 25, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?Water leaking into the vehicle from the headliner/microphone area.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - August 1, 2023•Document ID: 10242692Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B410722
- Date Added:
- September 25, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhile driving the vehicle on normal roads at 10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - August 1, 2023•Document ID: 10242690Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION; STEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B310223
- Date Added:
- September 25, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?Disturbing noises (thump/pop) when reversing slowly near the steering wheel limit position; for example, when leaving a parking space.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - August 1, 2023•Document ID: 10242686Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120423
- Date Added:
- September 25, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?An unapproved nut was used for the ground point for the chassis ground.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - August 1, 2023•Document ID: 10242529Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsLANE DEPARTURE; AIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650122
- Date Added:
- September 18, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently.
Associated Products (6)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: 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 - June 1, 2023•Document ID: 10239599Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B090221
- Date Added:
- July 24, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWith the introduction of the BMW Remote Software Upgrade, all Service Pack 18 vehicles and partial Service Pack 15 vehicles may receive new functionality or modifications in their features.
Associated Products (62)Associated Documents - May 1, 2023•Document ID: 10238091Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651921
- Date Added:
- June 26, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective October 15, 2021) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced between September 28, 2021 and October 8, 2021. The issue involves the Active Crash Safety Module (ACSM) sensor.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - May 1, 2023•Document ID: 10238090Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651523
- Date Added:
- June 26, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAfter programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.
Associated Products (44)Associated Documents - May 1, 2023•Document ID: 10238088Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B640523
- Date Added:
- June 26, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCheck Engine Light is illuminated, check control message indicates ""bring in for service"". The faults themselves and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) have no functional effect on the vehicle. There are multiple missing message fault codes (DTC) stored in the integrated automatic heating/air conditioning system (IHKA) control unit."
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