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SIB 33 03 16: Strut service information

Strut service information on BMW F87 models (2016–2018); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10151360 · Jun 2016 · also written SI B33 03 16, B330316

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: REWORK SCREW CONNECTION FOR V-STRUT CROSSBEAM. The two outer screws fitted for the V-strut crossbeam under the vehicle are too long.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Official document on NHTSA (PDF) →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 33 03 16
Also written: SI B33 03 16, B330316, 33 03 16, SIB-33-03-16, SI B330316
NHTSA ID10151360
Document IDs filedB330316
TypeService bulletin
Date
ModelsM2
Model years2016–2018
ChassisF87
EnginesN55
Component (NHTSA)Suspension

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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