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SIB 63 02 12: Heavy condensation on xenon headlights

Heavy condensation on xenon headlights on BMW E83/F25 models (2010–2011); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10044026 · Apr 2012 · also written SI B63 02 12, B630212

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.

Heavy condensation on xenon headlights. In heavy rain conditions or high humidty, condensation may build up inside one or both headlight(s). The condensation is still present even after a few dry days.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Find it on NHTSA.gov →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 63 02 12
Also written: SI B63 02 12, B630212, 63 02 12, SIB-63-02-12, SI B630212
NHTSA ID10044026
Document IDs filedB63-02-12
TypeService bulletin
Date
ModelsX3, X3 SAV
Model years2010–2011
ChassisE83, F25
EnginesN52, N55
Component (NHTSA)Exterior Lighting › Headlights

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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