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SIB 51 20 15: Power window noise

Power window noise on BMW I12/I15 models (2014–2016); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10147248 · Sep 2015 · also written SI B51 20 15, B512015

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.

Window Regulator Noise when Opening or Closing Side Window. A loud cracking noise from the front door power window regulator occurs when opening or closing the right side or left side window. CAUSE Faulty power window regulator

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Official document on NHTSA (PDF) →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 51 20 15
Also written: SI B51 20 15, B512015, 51 20 15, SIB-51-20-15, SI B512015
NHTSA ID10147248
Document IDs filedB512015
TypeService bulletin
Date
ModelsI8
Model years2014–2016
ChassisI12, I15
EnginesB38
Component (NHTSA)Visibility › Power Window Devices And Controls

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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