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SIB 12 24 11: Check engine light

Check engine light on BMW E60/E61/F10 models (2008–2011); BMW released a software update.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10042664 · Sep 2011 · also written SI B12 24 11, B122411

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.

Information is being provided regarding the off and on flashing light or service engine soon illumination while vehicle is in transportation mode.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Find it on NHTSA.gov →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 12 24 11
Also written: SI B12 24 11, B122411, 12 24 11, SIB-12-24-11, SI B122411
NHTSA ID10042664
Document IDs filedSIB-12-24-11
TypeService bulletin
Date
Models5 Series, 5 Series
Model years2008–2011
ChassisE60, E61, F10
EnginesN20, N52, N54, N55, N57, N62, N63
Component (NHTSA)Electrical System
Engine And Engine Cooling › 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.