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SIB 34 02 16: Axle squeak

Axle squeak on BMW E70 models (2011–2013); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10151262 · Apr 2016 · also written SI B34 02 16, B340216

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.

Squeaking Brakes on the Front Axle for the E70 and E71. A squeaking noise can be heard from the front axle during braking. Front axle brake system

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Official document on NHTSA (PDF) →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 34 02 16
Also written: SI B34 02 16, B340216, 34 02 16, SIB-34-02-16, SI B340216
NHTSA ID10151262
Document IDs filedB340216
TypeService bulletin
Date
ModelsX5
Model years2011–2013
ChassisE70
EnginesN55, N57, N63
Component (NHTSA)Service Brakes

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.

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