2023 BMW X6 TSBs
90 Technical Service Bulletins across 10 categories
Categories
Engine
21 bulletinsThe return springs on the exhaust camshaft followers (switchable rocker arm) may break.
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.
In these vehicles with an S68 engine, an incorrect diagnosis of the Valvetronic (VVT) may occur.
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Undercertain operating conditions, the software may detect a short-circuit in the valve control system even thoughthere is no fault. When the above-mentioned fault occurs, the red Check Control warning light Drive system fault illuminates.This can result in the intake valves closing gradually, which may lead to misfires while the engine is running.
DELIVERY STOP: VARIABLE VALVE TIMING
RSU availability. VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL 24E-A02: VALVETRONIC
A quality check revealed that the DME in these vehicles has a programming error.
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This results in a deviation of the fuel-air mixture in the internal combustion engine.
A quality check revealed that the DME in these vehicles has a programming error.
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This results in a deviation of the fuel-air mixture in the internal combustion engine.
A quality check revealed that the DME in these vehicles has a programming error.
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This results in a deviation of the fuel-air mixture in the internal combustion engine.
The return springs on the exhaust camshaft followers (switchable rocker arm) may break.
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.
VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL 24E-A02: VALVETRONIC
The return springs on the exhaust camshaft followers (switchable rocker arm) may break.
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.
The return springs on the exhaust camshaft followers may break.
The Check Control message below appears even though the coolant level is not below minimum when theengine is cold.
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Check Control message (ID 166): Top up coolant.
Check Engine light is on IHKA has stored fault 80131C IHKA: 12V voltage sensor plausibility
The return springs on the exhaust camshaft followers may break.
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.
The engine malfunction warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in theDME: 034D63 -...
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Exhaust switchable cam follower, system: continuous deactivation, maximum number of switchingerrors exceeded 035601 - Exhaust switchable cam follower 1, electrical: cable break 035604 - Exhaust switchable cam follower 2, electrical: cable break 034BBF - Exhaust switchable cam follower, system: switching errors
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.
Symptom 1: There are traces of coolant leaking under the vehicle, or there is significant pressure released along with...
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coolant loss when opening the low temperature cooling system reservoir (engine cold). The following fault code may also be stored in the DME: 20A201 - Charge air cooling system: Coolant pump protective function activated due to dry running Symptom 2*: The air conditioning may have low cooling output with the following fault stored in the IHKA: 80120A - Compressor: Shut down due to overpressure in refrigerant system. Symptom 2 is an additional symptom related to Symptom 1. Diagnose the IHKA fault with ISTA test plans if it is the only fault stored (if no DME faults are stored related to coolant loss, this bulletin repair does not apply).
Other
17 bulletinsThe center console and front cup holder get noticeably too warm to the touch on long journeys with the interior "Heating...
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on".
The rear right driven half-shaft (aka output shaft/driven shaft) may not have been manufactured correctly during production and may break.
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In the event of a failure, there could be significant noises in the area of the rear axle and the driving performance will be noticeably reduced.
DELIVERY STOP: OIL PUMP
The usage of the Highway Assist Hands-Off function (option code 5AX) is not possible.
A rattling noise can be heard emanating from the area of the rear seat backrest of the second row ofseats.
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The noise does not occur when the rear seat backrest is folded down.
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 12, 2024) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2025 BMW vehicles that were...
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produced between July 21, 2021, and April 11, 2024.
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 12, 2024) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2025 BMW vehicles that were...
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produced between July 21, 2021, and April 11, 2024.
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 12, 2024) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2025 BMW vehicles that were...
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produced between July 21, 2021, and April 11, 2024.
The seat leather upholstery detaches from the front of the thigh support (aka knee bolster) of either front seat.
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective December 20, 2023) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2024BMW vehicles that were...
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produced between July 4, 2022, and October 26, 2023.
Two areas of the third-row seat backrest that may cause a noise concern have been added.
Emergency Stop Assistant is activated.
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Thisicon will appear in the CID when this function is activated.
Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints.
This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1.
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Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
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 August 8, 2023: Roller Cam Follower.
Driver Assistance reduced checked control message (CCM) appears.
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All or some of the system functions maybe inoperative. The following fault will be stored: 481CC6.
Electrical
11 bulletinsA check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears.
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In the instrument cluster, the redair 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
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.
A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears.
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In the instrument cluster, the redair 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
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
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
After performing a BMW Remote Software Upgrade (RSU), the functionality of the Comfort Access andPassive Go/Exit features may be reduced.
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Also, one or more of the following error memory entries below may be stored in the Basic Central Platform(BCP) module. 80424A Remote control receiver at the front (FBD5 VM): Programming defective 80424B Remote control receiver at the rear (FBD5 HM): Programming defective 80424C Remote control receiver at the front left (FBD5s VL): Programming defective 80424D Remote control receiver at the front right (FBD5s VR): Programming defective 80424E Remote control receiver at the rear right (FBD5s HR): Programming defective 80424F Remote control receiver at the rear left (FBD5s HL): Programming defective
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.
A vehicle may arrive at your center with various faults and check control messages.
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During diagnosis with ISTA, these modules do not respond: Receiver Audio Module (RAM) Instrument Cluster Module (KOMBI) Telematics Module (TCB4) Headunit 5 (HU-H5)
Second seat row blocking access to third seat row, program seat modules.
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Visible stitching on first row sport seat. Third seat row backrest Bowden cable routing and length change.
Due to an assembly ase ventilation line connections may not be securely locked.
Due to an assembly ase ventilation line connections may not be securely locked.
Pre-Delivery & Maintenance
11 bulletinsAs 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.
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.
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.
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.
The Service Acti on related to SIB 65 20 23 has been completed and the defect code has been closed by warranty.
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Alllisted VINs have had the acti on performed. This Service Acti on is complete and the informati on is no longer valid
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.
The original Conditioned Based Service (CBS) Key data point closed with 23-07 soft ware, all CBS systems are now...
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collectively under analysis.
When using the Key Reader to retrieve Condition Based Service (CBS) information from the customers key, no data is...
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stored.
When using the Key Reader to retrieve CBS information from the customer key, no current vehicle data is available, or...
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the data does not match the maintenance schedule.
When using the Key Reader to retrieve CBS information from the customer key, no current vehicle data is available, or...
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the data does not match the maintenance schedule.
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.
Infotainment
9 bulletinsAfter 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.
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
The Check Control Message Emergency call not available is displayed to the customer.
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Check Control Message 299 is stored in the Instrument Cluster check control message list or in the vehiclekey data. This fault may be intermittent and can heal itself after a drive cycle. It may no longer be displayed to the customer in the next life cycle.
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
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 3 issues with Apple CarPlay operation: No selections can be made in...
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Apple CarPlay using the I-Drive Controller Apple CarPlay connections may intermittently be dropped and reconnected When connecting a mobile device using Apple CarPlay, the following warning pop-up may be displayed
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-H5) 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
Central information display.
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
8 bulletinsA 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.
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
The roller sunshade (aka sun protection or sunblind) of the front panoramic sunroof is bunching up during operation or...
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may hang down and appear loose.
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.
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.
Windshield Wiper.
The Lane Change Warning (LCW) yellow triangle symbol on either one, or both the exterior side view mirrors does not...
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illuminate to alert the driver when it should.
There is potential ingress via the roof antenna housing.
Lighting
6 bulletinsDue 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.
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.
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.
One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
It was discovered that an indentation or crack on the driver and/or passenger seat crossmember rear outer dome (circled...
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;viewed looking frontwards) can form. Note: The rear inner dome on both the driver and passenger seat crossmembers are not affected.
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective March 13, 2023) on certain Model Year 2023 BMW X6 SAC vehicles that were...
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produced between March 1, 2023, and March 7, 2023. It was discovered that an indentation or crack on the driver and/or passenger seat crossmember rear outer dome (circled; viewed looking frontwards) can form.
Fuel System
3 bulletinsBMW 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.
EMISSIONS RECALL 25E-A02: PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS
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
Steering
3 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. 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.
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
?Unusual noises occur only when operating the steering column in the axial direction.
Air Bags & Safety
1 bulletinIn 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.