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SIB 12 07 15: Engine reduced power
Engine reduced power on N63 engines (2011–2014); BMW gives an inspection and repair procedure.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10147597 · Jan 2015 · also written SI B12 07 15, B120715
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.
SUBJECT ALPINA N63TU Overboost Faults Set at High Altitude. The ""Drivetrain Malfunction"" Check Control Message is displayed when driving under certain engine operating conditions and at high altitude (above 6500 ft/2000 m). The engine has reduced power until the ignition is cycled off and back on.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 12 07 15 Also written: SI B12 07 15, B120715, 12 07 15, SIB-12-07-15, SI B120715 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10147597 |
| Document IDs filed | 120715 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 1 Series M, ActiveHybrid 7, ACTIVEHYBRID 7 |
| Model years | 2011–2014 |
| Chassis | E82, F01, F02 |
| Engines | N63 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Engine |
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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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.