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2023 BMW 330I TSBs

52 Technical Service Bulletins across 13 categories

Infotainment

10 bulletins
11032744

After replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD), the Central Information Display (CID) is black.

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The backlight of the CID is illuminated, and touch function does register an audible sound.

11005242

It is not possible to complete the setup of the BMW Digital Key function in the vehicle with a smartphone.

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The main digital key cannot be paired using the My BMW App. The digital key pairing process does notrespond after the message Please place your smartphone on the NFC tray appears in the CentralInformation Display (CID). No function is available with the NFC (near-field commumication) card either.

11002864

No Bass or a cracking noise can be heard from the bass speakers.

11000616

The 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

10249032

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.

10242874

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)

10236398

Central information display.

10235206

Customer is shown an incorrect GPS location in the vehicle (i.e., Nav Map, coordinates).

10235203

Customer states there is no audio playback (telephony, navigation, radio) and system sounds (PDC, turn indicators,...

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acoustic signals) may also have failed.

10230740

Customer is shown an incorrect GPS location in the vehicle (i.e., Nav Map, coordinates).

Engine

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11032731

The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15...

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years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date.

11009555

When turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises...

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may be heard.

10252038

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.

10250374

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.

10245367

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.

10242688

?A software error may cause an unwanted pressure pulsation in the transmission during a "Remote Engine Start."

10236387

Engine Variants Updated.

10236218

In hot ambient conditions, if the engine was running for a prolonged time while the vehicle is stationary, a jolt may be...

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experienced while lightly accelerating.

10235180

When turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises...

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may be heard.

Other

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10239601

BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop effective June 6, 2023 on certain Model Year 2023 - 2024 BMW vehicles that were...

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produced between October 26, 2022 and May 8, 2023.

10236236

Issues with the various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (KAFAS system) can possibly lead to...

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following customer complaints: KAFAS camera system deactivates itself, due to system restrictions that are not clear to the customer KAFAS camera system cannot be activated due to system restrictions that are not clear to the customer Road signs are sporadically not detected.

10235179

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 32 F (0 C) or lower.

10233169

BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective October 25, 2021) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced after October 25, 2021.

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Due to supply chain limitations, certain vehicles were produced without a CID with touch function and and without Reversing Assistant.

10233162

Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug.

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Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downward hand pressure is maintained.

10233157

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 32 F (0 C) or lower. The noise goes away as the vehicle/driveline reaches operating temperature.

10230739

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.

Body & Paint

5 bulletins
11017506

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 th e area of the door jamb.

10249437

The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.

10242879

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.

10238081

Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.

10230729

Hood lever is pulled twice but the hood only achieves the pre-latch position on both sides.

Electrical

5 bulletins
10249027

The 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.

10249023

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.

10239611

Headlight check control (CC) message 128 "High beam headlight failure" is displayed.

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The following fault codes are stored during a vehicle test: 80419A - Left high-beam headlight: Short circuit and/or 8041A5 - light outputs: Number of permitted short circuit cycles exceeded

10238083

Due to a software error, the vehicle sporadically does not achieve sleep mode.

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As a result, the 12-volt battery becomes discharged and may cause a no-start condition.

10235191

Due to a software error, the vehicle sporadically does not achieve sleep mode.

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As a result, the 12-volt battery becomes discharged and may cause a no-start condition.

Lighting

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11022101

While driving on a smooth and/or uneven road, a cracking sound is heard from the rear wheel arch area (highlighted in...

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orange) on either the right or left side.

11017084

A vehicle listed above may arrive with a Check Control Message (CCM), and/or malfunction indicator lamp(MIL) illuminated.

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After carrying out the vehicle test, one or more of the stored faults indicate that the operation of the frontbottom active air flap is obstructed or blocked.

10239610

Condensation is present on the inner surfaces in one or both taillights (circled).

10236233

When unlocking the vehicle, the welcome light in the headlight "lights up eratically."

Fuel System

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10249015

A 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

10239602

A 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 0.5 mm.

10233166

Due to component-related supply issues, the central information displays (CID) in some of the Model Year 2022 vehicles...

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listed above were produced without the integrated touch screen function.

Transmission

3 bulletins
10239603

BMW AG has issued an Emissions Recall (effective March 17, 2023) on a certain Model Year 2021 - 2023 BMW vehicles that...

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were produced between June 16, 2020, and December 13, 2022. Due to a software failure, there is the possibility that the transmission does not go into "sleep mode" if the car is turned off.

10235196

The gear selector switch (GWS) consists of the control electronics circuit and the selector lever.

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The sensors for recording the gearshift lever position and for inhibiting inadvertent gearshifts are integrated in the control electronics.

10235178

BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop: Due to a software failure, there is the possibility that the transmission does not go...

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into "sleep mode" if the car is turned off.

Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

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10242967

BMW 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.

10235205

The 3G network in the US has been shut down.

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This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via the Voice over LTE (VoLTE) function. For this purpose, the SIM card must perform an IMS registration in the mobile communication network. Due to a production error, the telematics control units were delivered without an IMS configuration. The Connected Drive voice services (Concierge Call, BMW Assistance, and emergency call voice) can no longer be used regionally in the US in vehicle with telematics control units ATM-1 and TCB-4G. Voice control of the vehicle and all other telephone (paired mobile devices) functions are not affected. Emergency call location data is unaffected.

Steering

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10249018

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.

Suspension

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10241366

The left front suspension's aluminum strut dome (general area circled) was incorrectly riveted to the body's wheel-well.

Hybrid & EV

1 bulletin
10239609

A limited number of the G20 PHEVs may not have been supplied with an Occasional Use Charging (Standard OUC/Level 1/Mode...

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2) cable in error.

Software & Calibration

1 bulletin
10239599

With the introduction of the BMW Remote Software Upgrade, all Service Pack 18 vehicles and partial Service Pack 15...

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vehicles may receive new functionality or modifications in their features.