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SIB 51 31 16: Shock absorbers cracking
Shock absorbers cracking on BMW E90/E92/E93/F30 and other models (2012–2017); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10146829 · Sep 2016 · also written SI B51 31 16, B513116
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.
HOOD GAS-FILLED SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNT IS BROKEN. Hood gas filled shock absorber is loose or broken, the hood does not remain in the opened position. Gas filled shock absorber mounting point has broken free from the body.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 51 31 16 Also written: SI B51 31 16, B513116, 51 31 16, SIB-51-31-16, SI B513116 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10146829 |
| Document IDs filed | B513116 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 320i, 328d, 328i, 330e, 330i, 335i, 340i, 428i, 430i, 435i, 440i, ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Model years | 2012–2017 |
| Chassis | E90, E92, E93, F30, F31, F32, F33, F34, F36 |
| Engines | B46/B48, B58, N20, N47, N52, N55 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Fuel System Gasoline |
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.