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SIB 51 13 16: Difficult to Unlock Vehicle with Mechanical Key
Difficult to Unlock Vehicle with Mechanical Key on BMW I12/I15 models (2014–2019); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10151316 · May 2016 · also written SI B51 13 16, B511316
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.
Difficult to Unlock Vehicle with Mechanical Key. Lock cylinder difficult to turn when unlocking with mechanical key. CAUSE Door lock actuator
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 51 13 16 Also written: SI B51 13 16, B511316, 51 13 16, SIB-51-13-16, SI B511316 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10151316 |
| Document IDs filed | B511316 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | I8 |
| Model years | 2014–2019 |
| Chassis | I12, I15 |
| Engines | B38 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch Structure › Body › Door |
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.