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SIB 61 01 16: Steering service information
Steering service information on BMW F25/F26 models (2014–2016); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10151013 · Jan 2016 · also written SI B61 01 16, B610116
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.
The Windshield Wipers Come On Erroneously. The windshield wipers come on by themselves without activating the switch. This can happen at vehicle start or while driving. Communication error between the SZL (Steering Column Switch Center) and the JBBF (Junction Box Co Driver).
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 61 01 16 Also written: SI B61 01 16, B610116, 61 01 16, SIB-61-01-16, SI B610116 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10151013 |
| Document IDs filed | B610116 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | X3, X4 |
| Model years | 2014–2016 |
| Chassis | F25, F26 |
| Engines | N20, N47, N55 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Electrical System Steering Visibility/Wiper |
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.