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SIB 26 01 16: Transmission noise
Transmission noise on BMW E90/E92/E93/F07 and other models (2013–2018); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10151358 · Jun 2016 · also written SI B26 01 16, B260116
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.
Vibration or Knocking Noise from the Center of the Vehicle. When accelerating, there is a knocking, or vibration, felt from the center of the vehicle. This sensation can be easily duplicated when accelerating with the transmission in 2nd or 3rd gear (manual mode). Torque flex in the rear driveshaft.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 26 01 16 Also written: SI B26 01 16, B260116, 26 01 16, SIB-26-01-16, SI B260116 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10151358 |
| Document IDs filed | B260116 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 328i, 330i, 335i, 340i, 428i, 430i, 435i, 440i, 5 Series Gran Turismo |
| Model years | 2013–2018 |
| Chassis | E90, E92, E93, F07, F30, F31, F32, F33, F34, F36 |
| Engines | B46/B48, B58, N20, N52, N55, N63 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Power Train Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft |
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.