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SIB 61 28 12: Key fob warning message
Key fob warning message on BMW E90/E92/E93/F30 and other models (2012–2013); BMW gives an inspection and repair procedure.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10150229 · Aug 2013 · also written SI B61 28 12, B612812
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.
Key Intermittently Not Detected and Not Possible to Start Engine. Intermittently it is not possible to start the engine. Terminal 15 cannot be switched on. The remote control key is not detected inside the vehicle.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 61 28 12 Also written: SI B61 28 12, B612812, 61 28 12, SIB-61-28-12, SI B612812 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10150229 |
| Document IDs filed | 612812 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 320i, 328i, 335i, ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Model years | 2012–2013 |
| Chassis | E90, E92, E93, F30, F31, F34 |
| Engines | N20, N52, N55 |
| 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.