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SIB 12 14 16: Battery inspection
Battery inspection on BMW F15 models (2016–2017); BMW released a software update.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10151306 · May 2016 · also written SI B12 14 16, B121416
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.
Service Action: Program control units (DME data status). The high-voltage battery's life may be reduced when charging the high-voltage battery while the vehicle is in motion. AFFECTED VEHICLES Certain VINs (not all) produced between August 7, 2015 and April 19, 2016.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 12 14 16 Also written: SI B12 14 16, B121416, 12 14 16, SIB-12-14-16, SI B121416 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10151306 |
| Document IDs filed | B121416 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | X5 |
| Model years | 2016–2017 |
| Chassis | F15 |
| Engines | N20, N55, N57, N63 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery |
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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