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SIB 61 21 12: Wipers failure

Wipers failure on BMW E92/E93/F30 models (2012); BMW released a software update.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10045299 · Jul 2012 · also written SI B61 21 12, B612112

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.

Due to software error in front electronic module, windshield wipers fails to operate properly.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Find it on NHTSA.gov →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 61 21 12
Also written: SI B61 21 12, B612112, 61 21 12, SIB-61-21-12, SI B612112
NHTSA ID10045299
Document IDs filedSIB-61-21-12
TypeService bulletin
Date
Models3 Series
Model years2012
ChassisE92, E93, F30
EnginesN20, N52, N54, N55
Component (NHTSA)Electrical System › Software
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.

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