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SIB 56 01 22: Heater failure
Heater failure on BMW I20 models (2022–2024); BMW repairs affected cars free under a service campaign.
BMW service campaign · NHTSA ID 11000507 · May 2024 · also written SI B56 01 22, B560122
What it covers
A service campaign is a fix BMW performs free on affected cars. Ask a BMW center whether it is open on your VIN.
The i20 has a front ornamental grille with radome* heating. The radome heating is intended to melt snowdeposits in cold weather to ensure the safe function of the sensors behind it. Due to a manufacturing defectin the component, the heater circuits may be interrupted, and the radome heating may fail.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 56 01 22 Also written: SI B56 01 22, B560122, 56 01 22, SIB-56-01-22, SI B560122 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 11000507 |
| Document IDs filed | B560122 |
| Type | Service campaign |
| Date | |
| Models | IX |
| Model years | 2022–2024 |
| Chassis | I20 |
| Engines | Electric |
| Component (NHTSA) | Electrical System |
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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Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.
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.