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SIB 33 03 14: Shock absorbers new-car delivery hold
Shock absorbers new-car delivery hold on BMW F15/E70 models (2010–2015); unsold cars were held for inspection and repair before delivery.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10148095 · Jun 2014 · also written SI B33 03 14, B330314
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/Delivery Stop: Rear Shock Absorber Guide Support. Some rear shock absorbers may have been assembled with the incorrect guide support. These incorrect guide supports will cause a rattling noise within a low mileage.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 33 03 14 Also written: SI B33 03 14, B330314, 33 03 14, SIB-33-03-14, SI B330314 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10148264, 10056094, 10148095 (revisions) |
| Document IDs filed | 330314, SIB-33-03-14 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | (first filed Apr 2014) |
| Models | X5 |
| Model years | 2010–2015 |
| Chassis | F15, E70 |
| Engines | M57, N20, N52, N55, N57, N62, N63 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Equipment Suspension Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-powered Axle Assembly Suspension › Rear › Shock Absorber |
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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