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SIB 12 08 17: Catalytic converter fault codes
Catalytic converter fault codes on BMW F15 models (2014–2017); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10149227 · May 2017 · also written SI B12 08 17, B120817
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.
Powertrain faults due to chafing of engine wiring harness.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 12 08 17 Also written: SI B12 08 17, B120817, 12 08 17, SIB-12-08-17, SI B120817 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10149227 |
| Document IDs filed | B120817 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | X5 |
| Model years | 2014–2017 |
| Chassis | F15 |
| Engines | N20, N55, N57, N63 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Engine Power Train |
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.