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  • 20 Dec 2023BMW 3 SERIES TOURINGRef R/2023/354

    On affected vehicles ingress of transmission fluid may occur to the integrated transmission control unit within the mechatronic module

    Defect

    On affected vehicles ingress of transmission fluid may occur to the integrated transmission control unit within the mechatronic module

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles the transmission mechatronic module will be replaced

    Vehicles affected
    26
    OEM ref
    0024730100
    Build start
    24 Jan 2023
    Build end
    24 Jan 2023
  • 20 Mar 2023BMW 3 SERIES SALOONRef R/2023/071

    On certain vehicles the Body Domain Controller (BDC) control unit may have an incorrect setting applied to it.

    Defect

    On certain vehicles the Body Domain Controller (BDC) control unit may have an incorrect setting applied to it.

    Remedy

    Conduct a check of the settings and if necessary perform a reset on the BDC control unit.

    Vehicles affected
    538
    OEM ref
    0061510700
    Build start
    04 Jul 2022
    Build end
    22 Oct 2022
  • 24 Jan 2023BMW 3 SERIES SALOONRef R/2023/016

    A possible degradation of the propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.

    Defect

    A possible degradation of airbag propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles the drivers airbag module will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    57,025
    OEM ref
    0032390300 0032420300
    Build start
    13 Jun 2012
    Build end
    30 Jun 2017
  • 24 Jan 2023BMW 3 SERIES TOURINGRef R/2023/016

    A possible degradation of the propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.

    Defect

    A possible degradation of airbag propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles the drivers airbag module will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    27,632
    OEM ref
    0032390300 0032420300
    Build start
    27 Jun 2012
    Build end
    29 Jun 2017
  • 24 Jan 2023BMW 3 SERIES GTRef R/2023/016

    A possible degradation of the propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.

    Defect

    A possible degradation of airbag propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles the drivers airbag module will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    7,391
    OEM ref
    0032390300 0032420300
    Build start
    20 Mar 2013
    Build end
    27 Jun 2017
  • 09 Nov 2022BMW 3 SERIES TOURINGRef R/2022/323

    It is possible that a damaged seat belt may have been installed into the vehicle during production.

    Defect

    It is possible that a damaged seat belt may have been installed into the vehicle during production.

    Remedy

    The front left upper seat belt will be replaced on affected vehicles as a precaution.

    Vehicles affected
    7
    OEM ref
    BMW - 0072470200
    Build start
    12 Sept 2022
    Build end
    12 Sept 2022
  • 17 Oct 2022BMW 3 SERIES SALOONRef R/2022/297

    MANUFACTURING DEFECT WITH WINDING OF CELL-INTERNAL FILMS FOR HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY

    Defect

    The safety recall relates to a problem with a cell module within the high-voltage battery.

    Remedy

    Replace the affected high-voltage cell module.

    Vehicles affected
    1
    OEM ref
    BMW - 0061100700
    Build start
    11 Jan 2021
    Build end
    11 Jan 2021
  • 12 Sept 2022BMW 3 SERIES SALOONRef R/2022/261

    In rare cases the starter motor can inadvertently be activated permanently presenting a risk of a thermal event

    Defect

    In rare cases the starter motor can inadvertently be activated permanently presenting a risk of a thermal event.

    Remedy

    Rework the starter motor assembly.

    Vehicles affected
    25,982
    OEM ref
    BMW 0012770500
    Build start
    15 Sept 2015
    Build end
    31 Jul 2018
  • 22 Aug 2022BMW 3 SERIES TOURINGRef R/2022/255

    Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold

    Defect

    Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold.

    Remedy

    The engine management control unit (DDE) will be programmed with improved software incorporating the latest OBD functionality.

    Vehicles affected
    322,745
    OEM ref
    0013440300
    Build start
    05 Feb 2019
    Build end
    28 Jun 2021
  • 22 Aug 2022BMW 3 SERIES GRAN TOURISMORef R/2022/255

    Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold

    Defect

    Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold.

    Remedy

    The engine management control unit (DDE) will be programmed with improved software incorporating the latest OBD functionality.

    Vehicles affected
    322,745
    OEM ref
    0013440300
    Build start
    01 Jul 2015
    Build end
    23 Feb 2018
  • 22 Aug 2022BMW 3 SERIES SALOONRef R/2022/255

    Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold

    Defect

    Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold.

    Remedy

    The engine management control unit (DDE) will be programmed with improved software incorporating the latest OBD functionality.

    Vehicles affected
    322,745
    OEM ref
    0013440300
    Build start
    05 Jul 2018
    Build end
    12 Jul 2021
  • 01 Aug 2022BMW 3 SERIES TOURINGRef R/2022/206

    THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER MAY LEAK OVER TIME AND CAUSE THERMAL INCIDENT

    Defect

    The Exhaust Gas Recirculation cooler may leak over time and cause thermal incident.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the EGR cooler module will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    319,399
    OEM ref
    0011280600/0011420600
    Build start
    03 Feb 2012
    Build end
    04 Jun 2019
  • 01 Aug 2022BMW 3 SERIES GTRef R/2022/206

    THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER MAY LEAK OVER TIME AND CAUSE THERMAL INCIDENT

    Defect

    The Exhaust Gas Recirculation cooler may leak over time and cause thermal incident.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the EGR cooler module will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    319,399
    OEM ref
    0011280600/0011420600
    Build start
    20 Nov 2012
    Build end
    21 Nov 2019
  • 01 Aug 2022BMW 3 SERIES SALOONRef R/2022/206

    THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER MAY LEAK OVER TIME AND CAUSE THERMAL INCIDENT

    Defect

    The Exhaust Gas Recirculation cooler may leak over time and cause thermal incident.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the EGR cooler module will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    319,399
    OEM ref
    0011280600/0011420600
    Build start
    09 Dec 2011
    Build end
    11 Oct 2018
  • 30 Mar 2022BMW 3 SERIES TOURINGRef R/2022/089

    THE MICRO GAS GENERATOR WITHIN THE FRONT SEATBELT'S RETRACTOR MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED

    Defect

    The micro gas generator within the front seatbelt�s retractor may have been damaged and may not act according to the specification in the event of an accident.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the front seatbelts will be checked and replaced if they are found to have been damaged

    Vehicles affected
    2,018
    OEM ref
    0072430200 0072450200
    Build start
    26 Jan 2022
    Build end
    26 Jan 2022
  • 13 Dec 2021BMW 3 SERIESRef R/2021/430

    EXCESSIVE INCREASE OF COOLING SYSTEM TEMPERATURE COULD LEAD TO A BURSTING OF THE HEATER MATRIX RADIATOR

    Defect

    Excessive increase of cooling system temperature could (in a worst case) lead to a bursting of the heater matrix radiator.

    Remedy

    Fitting an additional thermostat and modified hoses into the heating system to bypass the heat exchanger if overheating was to occur.

    Vehicles affected
    66
    OEM ref
    0017010300
    Build start
    01 Mar 1987
    Build end
    01 May 1992
  • 09 Aug 2021BMW 3 SERIES SALOONRef R/2021/288

    THE TANDAM VACUUM/OIL PUMP MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The fault involves the tandem vacuum/oil pump fitted to the engine. On affected vehicles it is possible that the engine rotates in the opposite direction than it is meant to on start-up causing the tandem pump to fail.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the control unit (DME) will be programmed to prevent the failure from occuring.

    Vehicles affected
    1
    OEM ref
    0012650500
    Build start
    13 Apr 2019
    Build end
    13 Apr 2019
  • 13 Jul 2021BMW 3 SERIESRef R/2021/268

    SOME VEHICLES MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO DAMAGE TO THE ANTI-CORROSION COATING OF THE LOWER STEERING SHAFT

    Defect

    Some vehicles may be susceptible to damage to the anti-corrosion coating of the lower steering shaft.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the steering shaft must be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    277,987
    OEM ref
    0032370100
    Build start
    01 Aug 1990
    Build end
    24 Aug 2000
  • 14 Jun 2021BMW 3 SERIES TOURINGRef R/2021/213

    THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COULD LEAK OVER TIME

    Defect

    The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Module could leak over time�and cause thermal incident.

    Remedy

    The EGR cooler will be internally inspected with an endoscope and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.

    Vehicles affected
    18,330
    OEM ref
    0011130600
    Build start
    10 Mar 2017
    Build end
    01 Oct 2018
  • 14 Jun 2021BMW 3 SERIES GTRef R/2021/213

    THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COULD LEAK OVER TIME

    Defect

    The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Module could leak over time�and cause thermal incident.

    Remedy

    The EGR cooler will be internally inspected with an endoscope and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.

    Vehicles affected
    18,330
    OEM ref
    0011130600
    Build start
    24 Apr 2017
    Build end
    10 Apr 2018
  • 14 Jun 2021BMW 3 SERIES SALOONRef R/2021/213

    THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COULD LEAK OVER TIME

    Defect

    The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Module could leak over time�and cause thermal incident.

    Remedy

    The EGR cooler will be internally inspected with an endoscope and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.

    Vehicles affected
    18,330
    OEM ref
    0011130600
    Build start
    17 Mar 2017
    Build end
    28 Sept 2018
  • 17 May 2021BMW 3 SERIESRef R/2021/168

    THE SCREW CONNECTION OF THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY TO THE SEAT FRAME MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED PROPERLY

    Defect

    The screw connection of the front seat belt buckle assembly to the seat frame may not be tightened properly.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles the screw connection of the lower belt of the front seats will be checked and if necessary reworked.

    Vehicles affected
    60
    OEM ref
    0072250200
    Build start
    07 Sept 2020
    Build end
    04 Mar 2021
  • 15 Mar 2021BMW 3 SERIESRef R/2021/085

    AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY BE FITTED WITH BRAKE DISCS WHICH ARE NOT TO SPECIFICATION

    Defect

    Affected vehicles may be fitted with brake discs which were not produced according to the specifications

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the brake discs will be checked and if necessary replaced

    Vehicles affected
    705
    OEM ref
    0034560200 0034570200
    Build start
    27 Jan 2021
    Build end
    03 Feb 2021
  • 09 Feb 2021BMW 3 SERIESRef R/2021/037

    THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER COULD LEAK OVER TIME

    Defect

    Leaking glycol coolant could create in combination with soot and oil sediments in the EGR module ignitable deposits.

    Remedy

    The EGR cooler will be internally inspected with an endoscope and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.

    Vehicles affected
    63,888
    OEM ref
    0011880500 0011890500
    Build start
    06 Jul 2015
    Build end
    25 Aug 2018
  • 25 Jan 2021BMW 3 SERIESRef R/2021/015

    THE BATTERY CABLES ON THE 48V STARTER GENERATOR MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENTLY SECURED DURING PRODUCTION

    Defect

    The battery cables on the 48V starter generator may not have been sufficiently secured during the production process.

    Remedy

    Check the screw connection of the 48V positive / negative battery cables on the starter generator and rework if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    388
    OEM ref
    0012490500 0012560500
    Build start
    03 Mar 2020
    Build end
    26 Oct 2020

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