2023 BMW 3 Series TSBs
31 Technical Service Bulletins across 11 categories
Categories
Infotainment
7 bulletinsThe Central information Display (CID) screen goes black and the Headunit (HU-H3) resets sporadically.After a short...
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period of time, the function of the CID and HU-H3 is available again. Additionally, fault code B7F8F9 HU-H: Reset will be stored in the HU-H3. The issue may occur multiple times while driving longer distances. CAUSE Unfavorable
The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3).
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FaultB7F8F9 HU-H: Reset will be stored in the HU-H3.
Customers may be experiencing one or more of these following issues with Bluetooth operation: Bluetooth cannot be...
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switched on or off in the head unit (HU-H4) Paired mobile devices cannot be deleted Customer is unable to make phone calls or stream music with mobile device Customer is unable to connect a new mobile device via Bluetooth Mobile device does not automatically reconnect via Bluetooth in the next drive cycle (after short sleep cycle)
Intermittently the GPS location in 3 Party Navigation Apps (i.e., Apple Maps, Google Maps, Waze) will drift fromthe correct location.
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In addition, the location of the vehicle in the My BMW app may be incorrect. BMW Navigation isnot affected.
Central information display.
Customer is shown an incorrect GPS location in the vehicle (i.e., Nav Map, coordinates).
Visible white spots on the edge of the central information display (CID) from being touched with a finger.
Other
5 bulletinsIn vehicles that are not mapped to a BMW ID, the manual time setting option is not selectable (greyed-out)in the System Settings menu.
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Time cannot be manually set in the vehicle.
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective September 28, 2023) on certain Model Year 2023 BMWvehicles that were...
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produced between January 23, 2023, and June 15, 2023.
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective November 10, 2022) on a small number of Model Year 2023 BMW vehicles that...
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were produced between August 8, 2022 and October 18, 2022.
There is a howling or whistling noise from under the vehicle at 30 -37 mph (50 -60 km/h) when driving after a cold...
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start, when the outside temperature is 32F (0C) or lower.
A cracking, metallic noise from under the center of the vehicle.
Engine
4 bulletinsCheck Control message (CCM) indicates: (ID 213): Stop, exercising due care.
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Voltage supply The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following DME Fault Code: 21B209 - Starter alternator / belt for 48V system (OSA_RIEMEN_RISS): Belt betweenCombustion engine and starter generator torn And/or one or more of the following other issues are also occurring: Noise in the area of the belt drive. Odor from the engine compartment. Smoke formation in the area of the belt drive. Drive belt damaged or prematurely worn. Torn drive belt.
An interference noise (groaning noise) can be heard from within the heating and air-conditioning unit in thecenter of the instrument panel.
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The groaning noise always occurs when either a ventilation flap, air stratification flap or the recirculated airflap moves to a different position. Due to the complex design of the heating and air-conditioning unit, the kinematics causing it (top or bottom,left or right) may not be able to be precisely located. Depending on the vehicle model, the number of servomotors (and the associated kinematics unit) varies.Various models use either 2 or 3 servomotors.
Check Control message (CCM) indicates: (ID 213): Stop, exercising due care.
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Voltage supply The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following DME Fault Code: 21B209 - Starter alternator / belt for 48V system (OSA_RIEMEN_RISS): Belt betweenCombustion engine and starter generator torn And/or one or more of the following other issues are also occurring: Noise in the area of the belt drive. Odor from the engine compartment. Smoke formation in the area of the belt drive. Drive belt damaged or prematurely worn. Torn drive belt.
This is the companion to SPL Parts, Inc.'s SB 23-01 mailed by private label independent distributor Turner Motorsports.
Lighting
3 bulletinsThere is a jerking or shuddering during either or both of the following: Cornering or accelerating from low speeds...
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Driving with low to medium loads There are no warning lights or Check Control messages.
There is a jerking or shuddering during either or both of the following: Cornering or accelerating from low speeds...
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Driving with low to medium loads There are no warning lights or Check Control messages.
Certain vehicles with a Wireless Charging Tray installed may experience operation issues with ComfortAccess or remote...
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functions.
Electrical
3 bulletinsThe electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years.
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This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle discharged battery complaints.
Customer states one of the front seats is inoperative.
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The seat heater and power supply are inoperative. During the vehicle test, the seat module does not respond. The power supply fuse for the seat module isfound to have blown.
SPL Parts, Inc. manufacturers and distributes aftermarket lower control arms for dedicated competition vehicles and...
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"track day" cars some of which may be used on both track and highway. SB 23-01 adresses proper installation torque of cap bolt fasteners attaching SPL's aftermarket lower control arms, recurring inspection and confirmation of torque setting and removal and replacement of damaged or under torqued fasteners to reduce risk of premature failure and accident. SB-23-01 was mailed, emailed and posted on SPL website to known resellers, race teams and users of the affected parts and is being submitted here as required by part 579.5. Vehicle Applications include: BMW series 1,2,3,& 4, 2008-2023; Chevrolet Camaro 26-2023, Cadillac ATS, CTS 2016-2019; Ford Mustang 2015-2023; Toyota Supra 2020-2023.
Steering
2 bulletinsAt low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e.
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when parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned.
At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e.
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when parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned. This can be felt (jerking)/ heard via an acoustic acknowledgement (clunk) as seen at the 11 second mark of the video. See attached video V36 01 21.
Body & Paint
2 bulletinsThe basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
A groaning noise is present from the door frame of any door, most commonly when driving over rough roadsor during body flex.
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This situation may be worse in vehicles which are regularly waxed in the area of the door jamb. Note: This service information bulletin contains diagnostic and repair information which was previouslyincluded in an NED test plan that has been removed.
Fuel System
2 bulletinsA vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system(NVLD natural vacuum leak detection).
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For this condition, the following fault is stored in the DME: 190302 - fuel tank ventilation and scavenging air system, micro-leak: leakage more than 0.5mm For: Model vehicles other that the ones listed above, or for EVAP faults related to a large leak, after confirming that the fuel filler cap is fitted properly, then, proceed to follow the corresponding test plan
Uneven ambient lighting emission (bright spots/dark spots) on the door trim panel.
HVAC & Climate
1 bulletinA rattling/ droning noise is heard in the vehicle interior when the air conditioning (AC) is activated.
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Vibrationsare felt in the drivers footwell.
Software & Calibration
1 bulletinBMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective November 17, 2023) on certain Model Year 2024 BMWvehicles that were...
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produced between August 18, 2023, and September 29, 2023. Do not deliver to a customer, a New, Certified Pre-Owned or Used vehicle subject to a Delivery Stop,until the vehicle is repaired. Do not use or sell replacement equipment/parts subject to a DeliveryStop. The bulletin will be updated when additional information becomes available.
Pre-Delivery & Maintenance
1 bulletinBMW AG has requested the inspection of all dealer stock of the following part number(s) listed below to ensure the...
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spacer is conformed to drawing.