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SIB 51 35 16: Paint on the b-pillar is scratched/damaged
Paint on the b-pillar is scratched/damaged on BMW F22/F23/F32/F33 and other models (2014–2017); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10146832 · Sep 2016 · also written SI B51 35 16, B513516
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.
PAINT ON THE B-PILLAR IS SCRATCHED/DAMAGED. Paint on B-pillar is scratched. Especially noticeable on dark colored paint. Door seal is rubbing against entry opening surfaces.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 51 35 16 Also written: SI B51 35 16, B513516, 51 35 16, SIB-51-35-16, SI B513516 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10146832 |
| Document IDs filed | B513516 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 228i, 230i, 428i, 430i, 435i, 440i, M235i, M240i, M4, X1, X1 SAV |
| Model years | 2014–2017 |
| Chassis | F22, F23, F32, F33, F36, F48, F82, F83 |
| Engines | B46/B48, B58, N20, N55, S55 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Structure |
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.