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SIB 12 38 15: Fault codes software update
Fault codes software update on BMW I01/I12/I15 models (2014–2016); BMW released a software update.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10147815 · Nov 2015 · also written SI B12 38 15, B123815
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.
Various Software Fixes and Improvements. A number of undesirable conditions exist in these vehicles. This bulletin addresses the following customer complaints, system faults and improvements: ? Broken motor mount potential - (i3, SI B22 01 15) ? Low Cost Charging complaints - (i3) ?
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 12 38 15 Also written: SI B12 38 15, B123815, 12 38 15, SIB-12-38-15, SI B123815 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10147815 |
| Document IDs filed | B123815 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | I3, I8 |
| Model years | 2014–2016 |
| Chassis | I01, I12, I15 |
| Engines | B38, Electric, W20 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Electrical System Engine And Engine Cooling |
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.