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NHTSA 11029010: Front control arm fault codes

Front control arm fault codes on BMW G20/G29/F30/F34 models (2019); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.

BMW over-the-air update · NHTSA ID 11029010 · Feb 2026

What it covers

BMW can deliver this update remotely. A BMW center can also install it.

It was found that the rubber mounts of the wishbone or the tension strut were not correctly pressed in due to a manufacturing fault at the supplier's end. This can lead to an acoustic abnormality in the vehicle.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Official document on NHTSA (PDF) →

Details

Bulletin numberNHTSA 11029010
NHTSA ID11029010
Document IDs filedInVeh-InApp-Comm
TypeOver-the-air update
Date
Models330i, Z4
Model years2019
ChassisG20, G29, F30, F34
EnginesB46/B48, B58
Component (NHTSA)Suspension

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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Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.

Source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communications (public data). BimmerBench is not affiliated with BMW or NHTSA. The title and description above are our own plain-English summary; the full bulletin is BMW's document, linked above.

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