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SIB 65 12 18: Airbag indicator light remains on after seat occupancy mat replacement
Airbag indicator light remains on after seat occupancy mat replacement on BMW F39/F48/I01/I12 and other models (2014–2019); the fix is replacing the affected part.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10153774 · Jan 2019 · also written SI B65 12 18, B651218
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.
AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT REMAINS ON AFTER SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT REPLACEMENT. The airbag indicator light illuminates after replacing the CIS (Capacitive Interior Sensing) mat.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 65 12 18 Also written: SI B65 12 18, B651218, 65 12 18, SIB-65-12-18, SI B651218 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10153774 |
| Document IDs filed | B651218 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | I3, I8, X1, X2 |
| Model years | 2014–2019 |
| Chassis | F39, F48, I01, I12, I15 |
| Engines | B38, B46/B48, Electric, W20 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Air Bags Electrical System › Software |
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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