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NHTSA 10162427: Convertible Top Does Not Open Properly
Convertible Top Does Not Open Properly on BMW E82/E88 models (2008–2013); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10162427 · Jul 2019
What it covers
A service bulletin tells BMW technicians how to diagnose or fix a known issue. It is not a recall: a repair under a bulletin is normally paid by the owner unless the car is still under warranty or a warranty extension applies.
Convertible Top Does Not Open Properly. When opening the convertible top, the interior cover flap remains open. CAUSE: The cable for the flap operation is either kinked or dislodged.
Details
| Bulletin number | NHTSA 10162427 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10162427 |
| Document IDs filed | 540810 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 128i, 135i |
| Model years | 2008–2013 |
| Chassis | E82, E88 |
| Engines | N52, N54, N55 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Equipment Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Structure › Body › Roof And Pillars |
Model, year and engine coverage comes from NHTSA's records. Not every car in this range is affected; the official document lists the exact production dates and conditions.
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