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SIB 09 01 16: Fault codes software update

Fault codes software update on BMW F16 models (2015–2016); BMW released a software update.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10151069 · Feb 2016 · also written SI B09 01 16, B090116

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.

Official document on NHTSA (PDF) →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 09 01 16
Also written: SI B09 01 16, B090116, 09 01 16, SIB-09-01-16, SI B090116
NHTSA ID10151069
Document IDs filedB090116
TypeService bulletin
Date
ModelsX6
Model years2015–2016
ChassisF16
EnginesN55, N57, N63
Component (NHTSA)Electrical System › Software

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.

Related bulletins

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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