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SIB 52 15 19: Seat noise
Seat noise on BMW F01/F02/F06/F12 and other models (2012–2017); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10168001 · Oct 2019 · also written SI B52 15 19, B521519
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.
FRONT SEAT HAS SIDE TO SIDE PLAY AND CAN MAKE NOISES WHEN CORNERING. Either or both of the front seats has side to side (lateral) play, and can make noises when cornering.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 52 15 19 Also written: SI B52 15 19, B521519, 52 15 19, SIB-52-15-19, SI B521519 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10168001 |
| Document IDs filed | B521519 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 640i, 650i, B7 ALPINA, M6 |
| Model years | 2012–2017 |
| Chassis | F01, F02, F06, F12, F13 |
| Engines | N55, N63, S63 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Seats |
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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