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SIB 61 05 16: Horn failure
Horn failure on BMW I12/I15 models (2014–2017); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10151184 · Mar 2016 · also written SI B61 05 16, B610516
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 Horns Fail to Operate. When the horn is activated, one or both horns fail to work. Mechanical defect of the horn(s)
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 61 05 16 Also written: SI B61 05 16, B610516, 61 05 16, SIB-61-05-16, SI B610516 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10151184 |
| Document IDs filed | B610516 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | I8 |
| Model years | 2014–2017 |
| Chassis | I12, I15 |
| Engines | B38 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Electrical System › Horn |
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.