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SIB 51 02 26: Body service information
Body service information on BMW G45 models (2025–2026); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 11027987 · Jan 2026 · also written SI B51 02 26, B510226
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.
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Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 51 02 26 Also written: SI B51 02 26, B510226, 51 02 26, SIB-51-02-26, SI B510226 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 11027987 |
| Document IDs filed | B510226 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | X3 |
| Model years | 2025–2026 |
| Chassis | G45 |
| Engines | B46/B48, B58 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Structure › Body |
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.