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SIB 61 09 16: Check engine light software update

Check engine light software update on BMW F15 models (2014–2017); BMW released a software update.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10147027 · Aug 2016 · also written SI B61 09 16, B610916

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.

Charging Not Possible - KLE Fault 21E715. The following conditions may exist: Charging is either stopped mid-charge or will not initiate. The corona ring around the charge port blinks red. Check engine light is turned on.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Official document on NHTSA (PDF) →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 61 09 16
Also written: SI B61 09 16, B610916, 61 09 16, SIB-61-09-16, SI B610916
NHTSA ID10147027
Document IDs filedB610916
TypeService bulletin
Date
ModelsX5
Model years2014–2017
ChassisF15
EnginesN20, N55, N57, N63
Component (NHTSA)Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Equipment
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

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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