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2024 BMW X3 TSBs

70 Technical Service Bulletins across 15 categories

Body & Paint

13 bulletins
11028198

Edge Trim Return

11025853

Left Door Cover Return

11024340

A popping sound is heard coming from the Roof/B-pillar area when driving over small driveway curbs.

11024234

Front Bumper Trim Return

11021123

Seal Return

11014508

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

11014038

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

11013444

Door Trim Return

11013119

On the main door seal, detachment behavior can be detected in the sealing joint area.

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Overtime, the sealing material continues to detach more and more, which can cause the seal to dangle and become visible to the customer.

11008111

This bulletin outlines known areas of possible water entry, operational noise, or wind noise for the vehicles listed above.

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It serves only as a diagnostic resource in troubleshooting complaints from the roof area. This bulletin and the associated attachments are designed to provide one single diagnostic resource for troubleshooting all known issues related to the panoramic sunroof of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles which have quality improvement measures already in place.

11005232

Incorrect evaluation of the camera system at the manufacturer.

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It was not recognized that the drain tubes forthe panoramic sunroof were not connected to the sunroof inner frame (aka cassette) at the front of thevehicle. If the drain tubes are not connected to the sunroof cassette, it is possible for water to enter the front footwell of the vehicle.

10249437

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

10244269

Due to an improper process during vehicle production, the roof-mounted antenna housing may not be correctly affixed to...

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the roof, and water could enter the vehicle.

Other

12 bulletins
11029021

KLE Control Unit Return

11029013

Auxiliary Water Pump Return

11028195

Set of Insert Return

11021131

Adapter Disc Return

11014034

Please have the control unit (DME) programmed in the vehicles concerned (according to the vehicle identification number...

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selection), if possible, before vehicle delivery.

11010766

DELIVERY STOP: COOLANT LINE

11010759

DELIVERY STOP: REPLACE WISHBONE HEXAGON NUT

11006729

While driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound fromthe top of the B-pillar(s) is heard.

11005223

DELIVERY STOP: REPLACE WISHBONE HEXAGON NUT

10253326

While driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is...

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heard.

10247574

A noise can be heard from underneath the seat while the seat is being moved either forwards or backwards.

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This can occur to the drivers and/or the passengers front seat.

10244239

This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1.

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Wind noise 2. Excess water entry

Engine

7 bulletins
11037505

Potential customer complaints with no fault codes stored / No MIL displayed.

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1. Rough idle after idling for a longer period of time 2. Vehicle feels like it is misfiring at idle The automatic Start/Stop function is deactivated. The vehicle is stopped and the engine runs at idle speed. After prolonged idle operation (approximately 30 to 50 seconds), a slight jolt or slight change in idlespeed may be noticeable. There are no relevant errors in the DME fault code memory. No mixture control error, no misfiring, no error relating to a relevant component of the drive system. Motor vehicles affected: 1. Only MHEVs (mild hybrid electric vehicle) with crankshaft-driven starter generator. 2. Only vehicles with optional equipment 01CE = recuperation system 3. Affected I-levels: I-level 24-07-500 or higher

11035497

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

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

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.

11018515

Knocking/thumping noise during steering wheel movements and returning to the center position.

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See attached video V32 05 25 Column noise.

11014665

The customer may hear an intermittent humming or foghorn type sound in vehicle.

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It sounds like a lowhum that last for only a few seconds. This can occur with the engine operating or may be heard for up to one hour after engine shut down.

11010933

Wastegate Valve Actuator Return

11010756

Electric driving: A power reduction while electric driving Electric driving is not possible even though the high voltage...

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(HV) battery is sufficiently charged Starting of the internal combustion engine (ICE): There is a noticeable cutting in of the ICE when it starts The cutting in of the ICE is slower Check Control Message (#2390): Engine is starting Please wait. The possibility of the electric drive not starting the ICE Hybrid Driving: Reduced acceleration Jolts during upshifts Delays during downshifts Possible stored fault codes- EGS-EME: 039A2A EGS-EME, temperature sensor, coolant: Excess temperature 039A2B EGS-EME: Excess temperature BA0842 EGS-EME, temperature sensor, coolant circuit: upper threshold value exceeded BA0845 EGS-EME, temperature sensor, coolant circuit: Gradient implausible DME: 034D5C Cooling failed: Inverter

Infotainment

7 bulletins
11024718

Various Check Control messages (CCM) can be displayed to the customer, which indicate a restricted function or an...

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unavailability of the driver assistance systems or driver assistance functions. During the diagnosis, the following fault memory entries are entered individually or in combination: 800AC4 - Camera calibration failed 800AC8 - Permanent calibration error 800A24 - Temporary software fault 800ABE - KAFAS camera: Field of view permanently faulty This only affects vehicles with the following optional equipment: 5AU Driving AssistantProfessional.

11018554

When making phone calls via BMW Bluetooth (not Apple CarPlay) in the vehicle, the person in the calloutside the vehicle...

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hears a distorted voice reproduction.

11012096

Customers may report that the Central Information Display (CID) side of the Multifunction Display flickersonce on and off.

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This flickering is not continuous but may occur once every 15 to 50 seconds. No fault memory entry is stored for this customer complaint.

11010762

The Ethernet bus of the Body Domain Controller (BDC) is interrupted so that audio output, rear viewcamera, or the driver assistance systems fail.

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The symptoms begin to appear during auto locking at approx.10 mph, or after the Central Locking button is activated. Dependent upon vehicle equipment, the following permanent SAE faults may be stored in the vehicle: S 0219, No Communication possible with: Amplifier S 0261, No Communication possible with: Camera-based driver assistance S 0273, No Communication possible with: Headunit S 0313, No Communication possible with: All-round vision camera S 0386, No Communication possible with: Instrument Panel S 0394, No Communication possible with: Telematics control unit

11008109

Distorted sound coming from the front and rear door panel speakers when the volume is adjusted high.

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

Lighting

6 bulletins
11037532

After programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSUto I-level 26-03-5xx, customer may reportsome of the interior ambient lighting...

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strips(arrows) may begin to fail sporadically after adeep sleep cycle. This concern is temporary and the interiorambient lighting will be restored on its ownafter the vehicle is locked/unlocked or colorselection setting is changed.

11036381

After programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSUto I-level 26-03-5xx, some of the interiorambient lighting strips (arrows) may...

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begin tofail sporadically after a deep sleep cycle.

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.

11017572

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

11002858

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.

11000500

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.

Steering

6 bulletins
11035403

Activation of the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant voice is not possible via the Multifunction Steering Wheel (MFL)...

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button and/or via the Central Information Display (CID). Intelligent voice control via the wake-up word Hey BMW is possible.

11028921

When driving over an uneven road surface, a thumping noise can be heard from the front axle.

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Seeattached video V 31 01 26. Under certain weather conditions, a groaning noise may be heard during steering movements

11018514

After prolonged straight-ahead driving (e.g.

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highway driving), there may be a temporary, slightly noticeable increase in steering forces when steering out of the steering wheel center position. This minimally noticeable increase in steering forces is perceived as a slight, brief resistance. After overcoming this brief resistance when steering out of the steering wheel center position, no permanent increase in steering forces is noticeable.

11015552

Customer states that the steering wheel heating is inoperative.

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Fault code 30490 Missing LIN slave is stored in Body Domain Controller.

11013039

Rumbling, groaning type noises from the EPS when the steering wheel is at the end stops.

10249016

With the vehicle is on a lift and the front struts are in the extended position, there may be a cracking and orclicking...

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type noise when turning the steering wheel left/right. See attached video V31 01 24. The sound can reoccur when the vehicle is lowered, and the wheels are once again under load. The noise might also be heard for a short time while driving.

Electrical

6 bulletins
11032743

1. Use of aftermarket accessory hang-on cellular phone holders and/or air fresheners can break the instrument panel air vent slats.

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Damage and/or issues caused by outside influences are not covered under the BMW limited warranties. Originally, the air vent slats were only repairable by replacing the entire front center dash vent assembly; which in some applications, also included the IHKA control module.

11028296

The ACSM control unit, which controls the driving safety and driving dynamics sensor system, may be faulty.

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Cracks could have formed on the printed circuit board during production. In very rare cases, the crack can enlarge due to mechanical load and lead to failure of the control unit. In this case, the driver will be informed accordingly by various warning displays about the failure and deactivation of the driving safety functions as well as restricted driving dynamics functions.

11024711

Oxidation/corrosion on the tailgate latch electrical connector and/or mechanical cable.

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This is caused by pressure washing the tailgate for a long period of time at close distance, resulting in water entering the vehicle through the gaps of the tailgate.

11017278

Oxidation/corrosion on the tailgate latchelectrical connector and/or mechanical cable.

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This is caused by pressure washing thetailgate for a long period of time at closedistance, resulting in water entering thevehicle through the gaps of the tailgate.

11009001

A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears.

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In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes is stored in the ACSM (air bag control unit): 930949 - Knee airbag, driver: Short circuit to negative terminal 93094F - Knee airbag, front passenger: Short circuit to negative terminal 93094C - Knee airbag driver's side: Resistance too great 930952 - Knee airbag, front passenger: Resistance too great

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.

Fuel System

3 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.

11019550

EMISSIONS RECALL 25E-A03: PROGRAM CONTOL UNITS (DME)

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

Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

3 bulletins
11020076

Storage Net Return

11008106

During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/or outer CV...

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boots.

10252033

During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/o router CV...

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boots.

Software & Calibration

2 bulletins
11024205

Starting from I-level 24-07-500, it is possible that the Automatic Hold function is not automatically storedfor the next journey.

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The function must be activated again by the driver at the beginning of every trip. After asoftware update to 25-03-500 and higher, this occurs more frequently.

10246223

BMW 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.

Air Bags & Safety

1 bulletin
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.

Brakes

1 bulletin
11018518

Brake groaning noises heard at the rear axle at slow speeds, i.e.

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close to standstill, stop and go driving;when parking or maneuvering.

Suspension

1 bulletin
11005224

DELIVERY STOP: REPLACE TENSION STRUT HEXAGON NUT

HVAC & Climate

1 bulletin
11002861

A 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.

Transmission

1 bulletin
10247566

The bolting of the sensor housing on the steering gear may not have been carried out correctly.

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The originalbolting may cause a low offset in the sensor signal and result in a noticeable asymmetry of the steering assistance.