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SIB 61 03 26: Several complaints are possible

Several complaints are possible on BMW G05/G09/G60/G70 and other models (2025–2026); BMW gives an inspection and repair procedure.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 11030054 · Mar 2026 · also written SI B61 03 26, B610326

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.

Several complaints are possible: Vehicle does not start Gear cannot be engaged Various Check Control Messages Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on Several Check Control messages are possible: “It is possible to continue driving. High-voltage system.” “You can continue driving.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Official document on NHTSA (PDF) →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 61 03 26
Also written: SI B61 03 26, B610326, 61 03 26, SIB-61-03-26, SI B610326
NHTSA ID11030054
Document IDs filedB610326
TypeService bulletin
Date
Models550e, 750e, M5, X5 plug-in hybrid, XM
Model years2025–2026
ChassisG05, G09, G60, G70, G90
EnginesB58, N63, S68
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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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.

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