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SIB 64 03 18: Air conditioning new-car delivery hold
Air conditioning new-car delivery hold on BMW F15/F16 models (2014–2018); unsold cars were held for inspection and repair before delivery.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10149542 · Oct 2018 · also written SI B64 03 18, B640318
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.
An incorrect refrigerant was used to fill the refrigerant circuit in the affected vehicles after assembly. AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action involves X5 or X6 (Only 8 vehicles) vehicles produced from January 16 to February 19, 2018.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 64 03 18 Also written: SI B64 03 18, B640318, 64 03 18, SIB-64-03-18, SI B640318 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10136356, 10145302, 10149542 (revisions) |
| Document IDs filed | B640318 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | (first filed Mar 2018) |
| Models | X5, X6 |
| Model years | 2014–2018 |
| Chassis | F15, F16 |
| Engines | N20, N55, N57, N63 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Engine And Engine Cooling Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner |
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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