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SIB 41 02 09: Axle class-action settlement

Axle class-action settlement on BMW E90/E92/E93 models (2007–2010); covers eligible repairs and reimbursement under the court settlement.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10033135 · Oct 2009 · also written SI B41 02 09, B410209

What it covers

A warranty extension means BMW will repair the listed part at no cost on eligible cars within the stated age and mileage. Check eligibility for your VIN with a BMW center before paying for this repair.

Rear axle carrier (sub frame) support proposed class action settlement. Under certain circumstances, a fracture in the steel body structure could form in the area around one of the rear axle carrier mounting points.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Find it on NHTSA.gov →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 41 02 09
Also written: SI B41 02 09, B410209, 41 02 09, SIB-41-02-09, SI B410209
NHTSA ID10033135
Document IDs filedSIB-41-02-09
TypeService bulletin
Date
Models3 Series
Model years2007–2010
ChassisE90, E92, E93
EnginesN52, N54, N55
Component (NHTSA)Structure
Structure › Body
Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-powered Axle Assembly

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.