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2022 BMW M550I TSBs

44 Technical Service Bulletins across 13 categories

Other

8 bulletins
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.

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.

10230726

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.

10230725

A cracking, metallic noise from under the center of the vehicle.

10225117

The BMW Gesture Control function may fail permanently as a result of high temperature fluctuations.

Infotainment

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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.

10230740

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

10227575

The customer complains that the radio stations change by themselves.

10227566

After programming, the customer may complain that the Sport Mode display is not fully displayed in the instrument cluster.

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Instead of a red background in sport mode, the background is displayed in blue (like ECO PRO mode).

10227558

After opening the vehicle with the radio remote control and changing the profile, the exterior mirror settings are lost.

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.

Body & Paint

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10249437

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

10242698

?The sunroof will not operate in either direction.

10238081

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

10228433

The sunroof will not operate in either direction.

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There are NO faults stored related to the sunroof. If the vehicle has any faults stored related to the sunroof, this bulletin does not apply.

10218418

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. 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 Delivery Stop.

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.

Electrical

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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.

10224185

Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension.

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For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Leak Diagnosis Module with hose assembly (NVLD, shown) to: 15 years/150,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date. For eligible MY 2017 BMW 530i Sedan and xDrive (B460) vehicles that are currently registered in the State of California (CA) or a State that has fully adopted the State of California PZEV/SULEV regulation (CT, ME, MD, MA, NJ, NY, RI, and VT), the standard component-related coverage for the NVLD is 15 years/150,000 miles. This component-specific limited warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship. This coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusions that apply to the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks. Over time, the Leak Diagnosis Module (NVLD) (with connected hose) component material may fail, this can create a fine leak to develop in the Evaporative Emission Control System (EVAP). Should this occur, corresponding fault codes will be stored in the DME memory and the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) will illuminate.

Engine

3 bulletins
10242688

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

10230724

Coolant leaking from the engine compartment.

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Traces of coolant leaking from the expansion tank of the low temperature cooling system.

10224186

Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension.

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For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Radiator Grille Upper and Lower Active Air Flaps to: 15 years/150,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date. 1. Air flap control (link) active, upper (G12, G30 and G32) 2. Air flap control (drive), active, upper 3. Air flaps, upper (assembly) 4. Air flaps, lower (assembly) For eligible MY 2017 BMW 530i (B460) vehicles that are currently registered in the State of California (CA) or a State that has fully adopted the State of California PZEV/SULEV regulation (CT, ME, MD, MA, NJ, NY, RI, and VT), the standard emission-related coverage for the Radiator Front Grille Air Vent Flaps is15 years/150,000 miles. This component-specific limited warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship.' This coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusions that apply to the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks. A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) may be illuminated with faults stored related to the upper and/or lower active air flap(s). Potential causes include: Faulty upper air flap link (G12, G30, G32) Faulty upper air flap actuator (G01, G02, G12, G30, G32) Faulty upper flap assembly (G01, G02, G12, G30, G32) Faulty lower air flap assembly (G01, G02, G12, G30, G32) Software error in the DME affecting the upper flap (G01, G02 only) Or: Upon visual inspection, the passenger side upper active air flaps are either stuck open or closed, and they will not move and there are no faults stored for the active air flaps (With no check control message or check engine light or displaying)

Fuel System

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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.

10230734

Due to a software error, Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) and Remote Support are currently not possible.

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Additionally, the Integrated Owner's Handbook cannot be displayed.

Lighting

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10252031

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

10235200

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

Software & Calibration

2 bulletins
10242694

?The front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted.

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.

Steering

2 bulletins
10242691

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

10230732

The saved steering column positions, vertical and horizontal, are not stored long term.

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.

Brakes

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10244237

Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop.

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Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

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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.

Air Bags & Safety

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10227568

According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop.

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1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. The fault may or may not currently be present. Or 2. ACSM fault code "930A1C - Front passenger seat occupancy detection transmitting fault(moisture)" is stored. The fault may or may not currently be present.