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SIB 32 02 15: Steering noise

Steering noise on BMW I12/I15 models (2014–2016); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10147196 · Jul 2015 · also written SI B32 02 15, B320215

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.

Crackling Noises from Area Around Steering Column. There are crackling noises from the area around the steering column when steering into bends or maneuvering

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Official document on NHTSA (PDF) →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 32 02 15
Also written: SI B32 02 15, B320215, 32 02 15, SIB-32-02-15, SI B320215
NHTSA ID10147196
Document IDs filedB320215
TypeService bulletin
Date
ModelsI8
Model years2014–2016
ChassisI12, I15
EnginesB38
Component (NHTSA)Steering
Steering › Column

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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