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SIB 61 10 11: Unknown or other reduced power

Unknown or other reduced power on BMW E71 models (2008–2011); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10041409 · Aug 2011 · also written SI B61 10 11, B611011

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.

E72. The vehicle may not start or have a loss of power while driving. A malfunction light may be on with trouble codes.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Find it on NHTSA.gov →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 61 10 11
Also written: SI B61 10 11, B611011, 61 10 11, SIB-61-10-11, SI B611011
NHTSA ID10041409
Document IDs filedSIB-61-10-11
TypeService bulletin
Date
ModelsX6
Model years2008–2011
ChassisE71
EnginesN54, N55, N63
Component (NHTSA)Unknown Or Other

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.

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