B110723
Emissions
The return springs on the exhaust camshaft followers (switchable rocker arm) may break.
Vehicle report
2023 BMW 740I
Service bulletins
78 bulletinsTechnical service bulletins are instructions a manufacturer sent its dealers about a known fault. They are not recalls and the work is usually not free, but they are the clearest signal of a problem the manufacturer already knows about.
B120326
Emissions
Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay 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.
B310626
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Noises from the front axle when driving over rough road surfaces, or when turning.
B310426
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SITUATION When turning the steering wheel fully to the steering end stops, a ”groaning” noise can be perceived at the respective steering stop. The noise occurs at higher ambient temperatures from approx. 68°F.
B310324
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When rolling forward or backwards with the steering at full lock (left or right) without the brake applied, a “groan”-type noise may be heard from the front axle. The noise is most noticeable after load reversal. The noise can be heard beginning at the 7 second time stamp.
B120224
Emissions
RSU availability. VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL 24E-A02: VALVETRONIC
B840625
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
In some situations, an emergency call may be triggered in the vehicle without either the customer pressing the SOS Call button, or an airbag deployment event. In some cases, the customer may not even be inside the vehicle.
B612024
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
In the event of a voltage drop, comfort functions of the BMW interaction bar may fail and not respond.
B120425
Emissions
EMISSIONS RECALL 25E-A02: PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS
B340425
Emissions
As a result of a data input error, certain fault memories are permanently stored. 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.
B660325
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A check control message is displayed, indicating that the parking assistance systems have limitedfunctionality due to 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
B062125
Other
LED Module Return
B613023
Service Campaign
In the event of a voltage drop, comfort functions of the interaction bar may fail and not respond.
B520125
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The customer sees various check control warnings of 'Drive Fault', along with windows, doors, and seatsthat do not function. There may be restraint system check control warnings. The entire K-CAN9 / Body3 CAN bus may not communicate. Various fault memory entries for the above-mentioned components may be stored: 930D86 - Function restraint system driver restricted. 930D87 - Function front passenger restraint system restricted. C9544D, C9544F - Message Missing C95452, C95454 - Signal invalid 035BF4, 035BFB, 035BFC, 035BFD - Communication via Body3_CAN corrupt. CD052C, E3852C, E4852C, E3452C, E4452C, DF852C, DFC52C, DDC52C, DF452C, E6052C, E5852C- BODY3-CAN Control Module Bus OFF 802A00, 802E00, 802C00, 803000 - Functions seat heating not available 803003, 802C03, 802E03, 802A03 - Functions seat adjustment limited
B512924
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The tailgate/trunk will not latch when closed.
B111024
Service Campaign
DELIVERY STOP: OIL PUMP
B651423
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW Theatre Screen (SA6FR) with connected Amazon Fire TV stick turns black at low speeds and during maneuvering.
B270220
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
There is a jerking or shuddering during either or both of the following: Cornering or accelerating from low speeds Driving with low to medium loads There are no warning lights or Check Control messages.
B611724
Service Campaign
DELIVERY STOP: PROGRAM DOOR MODULE CONTROL UNIT
B370124
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
While driving at low speeds (15-40 mph) on flat road surfaces, a knocking noise from the front axle may beheard during steering wheel movements.
B610124
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When driving over rough surfaces, a low-frequency rattling noise can be heard inside the vehicle's cabin.The noise typically sounds as though it is coming from the front right footwell area.
B652023
Service Campaign
The Service Acti on related to SIB 65 20 23 has been completed and the defect code has been closed by warranty. Alllisted VINs have had the acti on performed. This Service Acti on is complete and the informati on is no longer valid
B651324
Service Campaign
The Owner’s Manual in certain vehicles has been released with incorrect data regarding Vehicle Gross Mass, Approved Front Axle Weight, and Approved Rear Axle Weight. In very rare cases, this could lead to a customer unknowingly overloading their vehicle.
B651024
Service Campaign
Quality improvements and robustness measures are to be implemented on the affected vehicles via thissoftware update. 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
B120224B
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 12, 2024) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2025 BMW vehicles that were produced between July 21, 2021, and April 11, 2024.
B120224A
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 12, 2024) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2025 BMW vehicles that were produced between July 21, 2021, and April 11, 2024.
B630523
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The connection between the LED module and the light tube inside the upper/top headlamp housing is damaged.
B640524
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When the interior temperature of the vehicle is between 5 F (-15 C) and 23 F (-5 ), the defroster function is limited; and the interior doesnâÃÂÃÂt heat up quickly enough.
B611124
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
After performing a BMW Remote Software Upgrade (RSU), the functionality of the Comfort Access andPassive Go/Exit features may be reduced. 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
B612723
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The original Conditioned Based Service (CBS) Key data point closed with 23-07 soft ware, all CBS systems are now collectively under analysis.
B640424
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
1. The center air vent on the left (a) is closed. 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.
B310224
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A knocking, âÃÂÃÂthumpâÃÂÃÂ-type noise may be heard from the front axle during straight-ahead driving on uneven road surfaces at low speed, e.g., below 40 mph.
B511723
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
While driving at highway speeds, wind noise can be heard from the exterior mirror assembly. In some cases, this can be also felt in the B-pillar area.
B510819
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B611305
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle âÂÂdischarged batteryâ complaints.
B360121
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. 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.
B160123
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system(NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). 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 âÃÂÃÂlarge leak,âÃÂàafter confirming that the fuel filler cap is fitted properly, then, proceed to follow the corresponding test plan
B654123
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Quality improvements and robustness measures are to be implemented on the affected vehicles via thissoftware update. The software update improves functions in the following areas of the head unit: 1. Bluetooth connection issues and Bluetooth malfunctions (disconnections) 2. Central display may remain black in rare cases 3. Personalization issues and the loss of normalization/sitting position 4. Missing Condition-Based Service (CBS) data
B160623
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Engine will crank but not start. 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
B653423
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicleâÂÂs 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.
B661523
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Emergency Stop Assistant is activated. Thisicon will appear in the CID when this function is activated.
B612823
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A thumping sound is heard when the window reaches the closing end stop.
B631323
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The carpet welcome light(s) turns on either after a delay, or does not function at all.
MCAS4023
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW AG has requested the inspection of all dealer stock of the following part number(s) listed below to ensure the spacer is conformed to drawing.
B631123
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Moisture is visible in one or both of the Daytime Running Light (DRL) headlights.
B160423
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
?BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective July 12, 2023) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2024 BMW vehicles that were produced between July 21, 2022, and July 11, 2023. A software logic error in the diagnostic module for tank leaks (DMTL) could cause the Service Engine Soon light (MIL) to not turn on when there is an electrical fault with pump or diverter valve for the DMTL even after several driving cycles with the fault/s being currently present.
B520121
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
?The front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted.
B620323
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
?Customer may notice visual discrepancies in the instrument cluster display or head-up display.
B512122
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Gap between the windshield lateral seal and A-pillar(s)
B120323
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop effective June 6, 2023 on certain Model Year 2023 - 2024 BMW vehicles that were produced between October 26, 2022 and May 8, 2023.
B520723
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The front seat heating does not heat up after vehicle departure with the climate control in the automatic mode.
B514616
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
B651323
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Intermittently the Central Information Display (CID) portion of the Multifunctional Display will display only black.
B661023
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
After programming to I-level 23-03-5xx, the fault memory 0x022270 is stored in the mPAD (Medium Platform Automatic Driving) and cannot be deleted. A Check Control message "Driver assistance" is displayed in the central information display.
SIB120522
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective December 1, 2022) on certain Model Year 2023 BMW i4 and i7 vehicles that were produced between October 5, 2022 and November 10, 2022. A bearing in the front electric drive unit could fail due to a manufacturing defect, resulting in a noise while driving.
SIB160323
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Engine cranks but will not start.
SIB350123
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When the brake pedal is pressed/ released, a creaking noise may be heard from the pedal area for the Integrated Brake System (IB).
SIB630123
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The following headlight CC messages are displayed: 128 "Left high beam headlight faulty" 130 "Right high beam headlight faulty" The following fault codes are stored during a vehicle test: 805A22- MLC: Communication fault timeout FLM-03 left 805BA2- MLC: Communication fault timeout FLM-03 right
SIB630523
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored, such as this example in which the inner light is "yellowed". The connection between the LED module and the light tube inside the headlamp housing is damaged.
SIB640423
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A noise can briefly be heard from the front left of the engine compartment near the air conditioning refrigerant line. The noise can be heard in the passenger compartment with the hood closed.
B520423
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The seat module control unit controls the seat functions. A software error can lead to the loss of the initialization function.
B610523
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The Combined Charging Unit (CCU) may contain an error in the software.
B610623
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The lower armrest on the driver's door does not get warm.
B630323
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some functions of the vehicle's rear cabin area interior lighting cannot be adjusted.
B660523
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints.
SIB651323
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Multifunctional display.
SIB651223
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rear Passenger display screen.
SIB510223
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POPPING SOUND AT THE TOP OF THE C-PILLAR
SIB260422
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Engine Variants Updated.
B120522
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A bearing in the front electric drive unit could fail due to a manufacturing defect, resulting in a noise while driving.
B160223
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) when diagnosing with ITSA.
B510223
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
While driving on rough roads, a buzzing sound is heard coming from the front driver's and/or passenger's side door panel trims.
B510323
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
On the G70 vehicles, all panes are installed as laminated safety glass panes when SA 0356 Climate comfort laminated glass is ordered.
B630123
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The following headlight CC messages are displayed: 128 Left high beam headlight faulty 130 Right high beam headlight faulty; The following fault codes are stored during a vehicle test: 805A22- MLC: Communication fault timeout FLM-03 left 805BA2- MLC: Communication fault timeout FLM-03 right.
B651223
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The rear passenger area Theatre Screen display is black, but the module is still responding in ISTA.
B520922
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
When returning the 2nd row seat 60/40 seat from Easy-Entry: The seat stops moving before reaching the final home position. A Check Control Message (CCM) appears alerting the customer that the seat is not locked.
B652222
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
After Remote Software Update (RSU), the sound output from the booster can be muted. Sound can only beheard via the tweeters of the Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound system.
B662419
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
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Complaint counts are reports filed with NHTSA, not failure rates. A common model collects more of them than a rare one that breaks more often.