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SIB 51 12 13: Power window squeak

Power window squeak on BMW E70/E71/E72 models (2007–2014); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10150223 · Aug 2013 · also written SI B51 12 13, B511213

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.

Grating Noise from Side Window Defroster Vent. The customer may notice a grating or creaking noise coming from the instrument panel at the extreme left or right side. It is only heard when the vehicle is in motion.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Official document on NHTSA (PDF) →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 51 12 13
Also written: SI B51 12 13, B511213, 51 12 13, SIB-51-12-13, SI B511213
NHTSA ID10150223
Document IDs filed511213
TypeService bulletin
Date
ModelsX5, X5 M, X6, X6 M
Model years2007–2014
ChassisE70, E71, E72
EnginesM57, N52, N54, N55, N57, N62, N63, S63
Component (NHTSA)Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Fan/Motor

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.

Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.

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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