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SIB 65 36 09: Airbag warning message

Airbag warning message on BMW E53/E70/E71/E82 and other models (2006–2011); BMW released a software update.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10037078 · Sep 2010 · also written SI B65 36 09, B653609

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.

The airbag warning lamp is illuminated due to a software error.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Find it on NHTSA.gov →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 65 36 09
Also written: SI B65 36 09, B653609, 65 36 09, SIB-65-36-09, SI B653609
NHTSA ID10037078
Document IDs filedSIB-65-36-09
TypeService bulletin
Date
Models1 Series, 3 Series, X5, X5 SAV, X6
Model years2006–2011
ChassisE53, E70, E71, E82, E88, E90, E92, E93
EnginesM54, M57, N52, N54, N55, N62, N63
Component (NHTSA)Air Bags
Electrical System › Software
Electrical System › Wiring

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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