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2023 BMW 530I TSBs

60 Technical Service Bulletins across 13 categories

Other

10 bulletins
11033032

Noises from the front axle when driving over rough road surfaces, or when turning.

11031871

Popping noise from the front axle when cornering and driving on uneven road surfaces.

11014657

The clear coat on the carbon fiber MPerformance rear spoiler is delaminating.

11006748

The usage of the Highway Assist Hands-Off function (option code 5AX) is not possible.

11005233

When driving over rough surfaces, a low-frequency rattling noise can be heard inside the vehicle's cabin.The noise...

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typically sounds as though it is coming from the front right footwell area.

10252041

1. The center air vent on the left (a) is closed.

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All other air vents on the left side then only blow cold air intothe passenger area. OR 2. Both center (b) air vents are closed. All other air vents then only blow cold air into the passenger area. OR 3. The center air vent on the right (c) is closed. All other air vents on the right side then only blow cold airinto the passenger area.

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.

10235181

A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.

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.

Body & Paint

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11024206

The front and/or rear doors only close if increased force is exerted, or with increased closing speed.

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.

11012082

The tailgate/trunk will not latch when closed.

10252032

A squeaking sound is heard when folding either of the exterior mirrors assemblies in or out.

10249437

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

10245422

Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle.

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Depending on the vehicles equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation (folding the mirrors/blinking confirmation) is noticeable. Additionally, the red anti-theft alarm LED in the interior mirror does not briefly flash every 2 seconds, indicating the alarm is armed.

10238081

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

10218376

A limited amount of Model Year 2022/2023 (MY22/23) vehicles were produced with non-functional smart opener control units.

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The Smart Opener is part of the Comfort Access feature, enabling to open the trunk lid or tailgate using the foot kicking motion beneath the rear bumper.

Lighting

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11035396

Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay...

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happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even though the underlying malfunction has already been rectified. This does not comply with the statutory OBD specifications.

11015859

Light Alloy Rim Return

11006766

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.

10252031

One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.

10244243

Upon performing a vehicle read out, faultcode (CD0D16- Control unit light (BEL)(LIN): Wrong variant installed) is...

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stored inthe BCP (Basic Central Platform). Note: Functionality of the exterior lights and switch is fully operational when fault code is present.

10235200

One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.

Engine

6 bulletins
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.

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.

10247567

Engine will crank but not start.

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There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: 032B43 - Low fuel pressure system, electric fuel pump: pressure value too low CDA594 - Message (- 0x33E) missing, receiver DME, transmitter TFE

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.

10236387

Engine Variants Updated.

10225126

Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start...

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when placing the key against the steering column.

Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

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11019563

As a result of a data input error, certain fault memories are permanently stored.

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The permanent storage offault memories does not comply with the legal specifications of the authority (California Air Resources Board CARB). The fault has no effect on the use of the vehicle by the customer.

11017300

As a result of a data input error, certain fault memories are permanently stored.

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The permanent storage offault memories does not comply with the legal specifications of the authority (California Air Resources Board CARB). The fault has no effect on the use of the vehicle by the customer.

11017273

As a result of a data input error, certain fault memories are permanently stored.

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The permanent storage offault memories does not comply with the legal specifications of the authority (California Air Resources Board CARB). The fault has no effect on the use of the vehicle by the customer.

11017083

As a result of a data input error, certain fault memories are permanently stored.

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The permanent storage offault memories does not comply with the legal specifications of the authority (California Air Resources Board CARB). The fault has no effect on the use of the vehicle by the customer.

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.

Electrical

6 bulletins
11016446

A check control message is displayed, indicating that the parking assistance systems have limitedfunctionality due to...

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errors detected within PDC sensors. The warning indicates parking assistance featureshave limited functionality while the errors continue to be detected. Following faults may be stored 8031BA Ultrasonic Sensor Rear Side Left Software Error 8031CO Ultrasonic Sensor Rear outer left Software Error 8031AE Ultrasonic Sensor Rear Outer Right Software Error 8031A8 Ultrasonic Sensor Rear Side Right Software Error 8031B4 Ultrasonic Sensor Rear Middle Right Software Error 8031C6 Ultrasonic Sensor Rear Middle Left Software Error 8031CD Ultrasonic Sensor Voltage Supply Sensors Back: Short Circuit 8031CC Ultrasonic Sensor Voltage Supply Front: Short Circuit 8031CA Ultrasonic Sensors Front Extraneous Noise

10252134

The following fault is stored in the DME during the pre-delivery inspection (PDI, aka Quality Certification 1,QC1): ...

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224123 Coolant pump for low-temperature cooling circuit, internal test: Blockage detected

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.

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.

Infotainment

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11002657

Quality improvements and robustness measures are to be implemented on the affected vehicles via thissoftware update.

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The software update improves functions in the following areas of the vehicle: Bluetooth malfunctions The start-up phase of the head unit (HU) has been shortened (faster start of the operating system) The number of disconnections from Apple CarPlay have been reduced Vehicle access and the drive-ready state have been improved The AC charging abort error has been fixed Remote Control Parking without function

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.

10238090

After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly...

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fails.

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.

10224210

The sound output intermittently drops out entirely.

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This can be reproduced with all audio sources as well as telephone and voice output.

Fuel System

4 bulletins
11030061

BMW AG is conducting Voluntary Emissions Recall (effective March 11, 2026) on certain Model Year 2023 -2026 BMW vehicles...

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that were produced between January 14, 2022, and September 16, 2025.

11019554

EMISSIONS RECALL 25E-A02: PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS

10239614

The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still.

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The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more (38 F to 60 F +) without changing any climate control settings.

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.

Steering

3 bulletins
11034465

Customer may feel something transmitted via the steering column while turning the steering wheel.

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There may also be coolant lost accompanied by a check control message: Top up coolant.

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.

10249017

SITUATION Unusual noises occur only when operating the steering column in the axial direction.

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1. A one-time thump sound at the start of movement Shortly after the steering column starts moving, retracting, or extending, a one-time thump noise is heard. See attached video V32 03 23 2. Humming noise while steering column extends in the axial direction. The sound is only heard when the steering column is extended, not when the steering column is retracted. When the steering column starts to move in the extended direction, the humming noise can be heard. See attached video V32 04 23

Transmission

2 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.

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.

Air Bags & Safety

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11024211

In some situations, an emergency call may be triggered in the vehicle without either the customer pressing the SOS Call...

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button, or an airbag deployment event. In some cases, the customer may not even be inside the vehicle.

HVAC & Climate

1 bulletin
10252133

When the interior temperature of the vehicle is between 5 F (-15 C) and 23 F (-5 ), the defroster function is limited;...

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and the interior doesnt heat up quickly enough.

Software & Calibration

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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.