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SIB 51 06 16: Sunroof noise

Sunroof noise on BMW F30/F31/F34 models (2014–2016); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10151103 · Feb 2016 · also written SI B51 06 16, B510616

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.

SUBJECT Whistling Noise from the B-pillar. A whistling noise can be heard from the left or right side B-pillar area when the sunroof is open or tilted at highway speeds. Edge protection on the B-pillar

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Official document on NHTSA (PDF) →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 51 06 16
Also written: SI B51 06 16, B510616, 51 06 16, SIB-51-06-16, SI B510616
NHTSA ID10151103
Document IDs filedB510616
TypeService bulletin
Date
Models328i, 335i
Model years2014–2016
ChassisF30, F31, F34
EnginesN20, N55
Component (NHTSA)Structure › Frame And Members
Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof 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.

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