2021 BMW 330I Technical Service Bulletins

202 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2021 BMW 330I. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10205600Nov 1, 2021Electrical system. BMW of North America (BMW NA) has made information available online to customers about software versions, including any changes to vehicle functionality that will result from each update.
• 10205096Nov 1, 2021Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. After replacing the microfilter during a previous service, the customer notices that the ventilation system airflow rate is noticeably less.
• 10205095Nov 1, 2021Electrical system. The "energy management" Check control message (ID code 415) is falsely displayed when entering the vehicle.
• 10205092Nov 1, 2021Equipment. Rattling noises heard from vicinity of glove box.
• 10205087Nov 1, 2021Wheels. In the affected vehicles, there is relative movement between the front side panel and the wheel arch cover while driving (depending on the driving profile).
• 10205070Nov 1, 2021Electrical system. Customer states the following about their vehicle: active radio or music source is interrupted, the navigation is no longer available, a black screen is shown in the Control Display, the system works again after a short interruption.
• 10204533Oct 1, 2021Equipment. In some rare cases a customer vehicle might be excluded from one or more Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) campaigns. This SIB gives an overview how to identify these vehicles and how to proceed in case of a customer complaint.
• 10204532Oct 1, 2021Equipment. With the introduction of BMW Remote Software Upgrade, all Service Pack 18 vehicles and partial Service Pack 15 vehicles may receive new functionalities or modifications in their features with a new Software Update.
• 10204661Sep 1, 2021Steering. Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle maynot start when placing the key against the steering column.
• 10203340Sep 1, 2021Steering. Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the vehicle,when turning the steering wheel.
• 10203333Sep 1, 2021Electrical system. When charging the vehicle with an Occasional Use Charger (OUC) after previously using a Wallbox charger,the selected charging current might not be displayed correctly in the instrument cluster.
• 10204626Jul 1, 2021Brakes. The yellow CCM, ID code 42, lights up when starting the vehicle. ID code 00042: Brake system. It is possible to continue driving. Additional notes: Avoid abrupt braking as far as possible. Drive at a moderate speed. Have it checked by your nearest Service Center.
• 10202475Jul 1, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. After replacing the microfilter during a previous service, the customer notices that the ventilation system airflow rate is noticeably less. This leads to perceived lower cooling power. The customer may also notice that external odors enter the vehicle.
• 10202474Jul 1, 2021Electrical system, Engine cooling. When the vehicle is operated in Sport Mode, the engine speed is no longer displayed in the BMW Head-Up Display (HUD).
• 10202471Jul 1, 2021Equipment. Check control message (CCM-ID 49) "You can continue driving. Drivetrain". In addition, the following information is shown on the Central Information Display (CID): "You can continue to drive. No roadside assistance necessary. To avoid subsequent damage, arrange an appointment with your Service Partner".
• 10202470Jul 1, 2021Equipment. The cigarette lighter is difficult or impossible to pull it out.
• 10202469Jul 1, 2021Equipment. The customer may complain of a check control message stating "Safe share detected" (CCM-ID 953). Check control message can be verified by checking key reader information or performing the Check control message history service function.
• 10202468Jul 1, 2021Electrical system. 48 V battery may become totally discharged, and possible replacement needed if: a) The vehicle has been charged using a 12 V charger with the hood closed during a long stationary period, the. For example, the showroom or storage. b) Vehicles stored for an extended period connected to a low output solar or trickle charger. c) Vehicles stored for an extended period with no charger connected and not properly…
• 10201149Jul 1, 2021Equipment. The top view image of the vehicle is misaligned when observed in the Control Information Display (CID). When the vehicle is parked in a parking spot with line markings, it is clearly noticed in the CID that the lines are not parallel to the side of the vehicle. This may be noticed on either the driver side, passenger side or both.
• 10201148Jul 1, 2021Equipment. The BMW key card cannot be activated. The activation menu in the BMW iDrive is missing.
• 10201146Jul 1, 2021Electrical system. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective June 9, 2021) on certain Model Year 2021 BMW vehicles that were produced between May 7, 2021 and May 21, 2021. The Receiver Audio Module (RAM) will need to be added to the affected vehicles. Most of the vehicles are at the VDCs and will be repaired before delivering the vehicle to the dealer.
• 10200248Jun 1, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective June 9, 2021) on certain Model Year 2021 BMW vehicles that were produced between May 7, 2021 and May 21, 2021. The Receiver Audio Module (RAM) will need to be added to the affected vehicles
• 10200247Jun 1, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. SiriusXM satellite radio is not working and does not display a channel list.
• 10200246Jun 1, 2021Electrical system, Body and structure, Equipment. Customer states the Central Information Display is flickering and the picture is shifting.
• 10200245Jun 1, 2021Engine cooling, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. A rattling noise is heard in the vehicle interior when the air conditioning is activated.
• 10200243Jun 1, 2021Equipment, Body and structure. After replacing the microfilter during a previous service, the customer notices that the ventilation system airflow rate is noticeably less. This leads to perceived lower cooling power. The customer may also notice that external odors enter the vehicle.
• 10200240Jun 1, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. The total electrically driven miles are lost/reset after the vehicle is programmed. This does not affect the total vehicle odometer reading.
• 10200239Jun 1, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. Some of the vehicles listed above which were initially identified as requiring Recall Campaign 20V-601 - HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY to be performed and completed are now no longer included in this Recall.
• 10200237Jun 1, 2021Electrical system, Engine, Equipment. The customer may complain of a check control message stating "Safe share detected" (CCM-ID 953). Check control message can be verified by checking key reader information or performing the Check control message history service function.
• 10200231Jun 1, 2021Body and structure. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective June 2, 2021) on certain Model Year 2021 BMW 3 Series vehicles that were produced between May 5, 2021 and May 26, 2021. Most of the affected vehicles will be repaired at the VDCs and only a few have been delivered to dealers.
• 10200228Jun 1, 2021Engine cooling, Equipment. On rare occasions during an engine oil service, the BMW Original (Genuine) engine oil filter insert is either difficult to remove or breaks apart in the oil filter housing.
• 10200488May 1, 2021Equipment. REMOTE 3D VIEW NOT AVAILABLE: Remote 3D View cannot be launched In the BMW ConnectedDrive App.
• 10200486May 1, 2021Equipment. BMW CONNECTEDDRIVE SERVICES ARE NOT AVAILABLE: The BMW ConnectedDrive services are not available for an extended period.
• 10200484May 1, 2021Equipment. REMOTE CONTROL IS NOT DETECTED: Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle maynot start when placing the key against the steering column.
• 10200482May 1, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. HU-H3 MGU RESETS DUE TO BLUETOOTH CONNECTION WITH SAMSUNG ANDROID 11 : The head unit resets when using various apps (e.g., YouTube, Spotify, etc) on the connected mobile phone. This affects Samsung mobile phones (e.g., Galaxy S20 / S21) with the Android 11 operating system.
• 10200480May 1, 2021Steering, Equipment, Air bags. WHIRRING NOISES FROM THE STEERING WHEEL . When driving over rough road surfaces/cobblestones, there is a whirring/squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel-mounted air bag assembly.
• 10199299May 1, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM OR REPLACE DUAL STORAGE SYSTEM BATTERY: A software error intermittently causes a continuous resetting of the microcontroller in the power management system. This causes the red Check Control Message (CCM) "Replace Battery" to be illuminated.
• 10199294May 1, 2021Electrical system, Electronic stability control. SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM THE DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC) UNIT: Software in the DSC unit could cause a reduction of brake regeneration for the next 40 drive (key) cycles.
• 10199292May 1, 2021Equipment, Engine. B58 ENGINE: ENGINE OIL FILTER REMOVAL PROCEDURE AND TOOLS . A. For the B58 engines, a BMW Oil Catch special tool for use in conjunction with removing the engine oilfilter insert is now available.
• 10198906May 1, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM OR REPLACE DUAL STORAGE SYSTEM BATTERY: A software error intermittently causes a continuous resetting of the microcontroller in the power management system. This causes the red Check Control Message (CCM) "Replace Battery" to be illuminated.
• 10198901May 1, 2021Electronic stability control. SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM THE DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC) UNIT: Software in the DSC unit could cause a reduction of brake regeneration for the next 40 drive (key) cycles.
• 10198899May 1, 2021Seats. B58 ENGINE: ENGINE OIL FILTER REMOVAL PROCEDURE AND TOOLS . A. For the B58 engines, a BMW Oil Catch special tool for use in conjunction with removing the engine oilfilter insert is now available.
• 10194311Apr 1, 2021Equipment. RETROFIT SATELLITE RADIO (OPTION CODE SA655): The affected vehicles were produced with Preparation BMW Satellite Radio (option code SA 693) instead of with Satellite Radio (option code SA 655).
• 10194308Apr 1, 2021Electrical system. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BASIC PROGRAMMING ABORT: While programming with the current ISTA version, there is a repeated programming abort for the instrument cluster (Kombi).
• 10194305Apr 1, 2021Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. Washer Fluid Reservoir Rattles While Driving on Rough Roads: Rattling noises heard from vicinity of glove box.
• 10194300Apr 1, 2021Body and structure. INCREASED EFFORT REQUIRED TO OPEN DOORS: One or more doors may require increased effort to open.
• 10190867Mar 1, 2021Back-over prevention (rear camera). TOP VIEW CAMERA IMAGE IS MISALIGNED: The top view image of the vehicle is misaligned when observed in the Control Information Display (CID).
• 10190862Mar 1, 2021Air bags, Exterior lighting. LED LIGHT CARPET IS DIM OR DISTORTED: The light carpet may appear dim or distorted on one or both sides. .
• 10190859Mar 1, 2021Equipment. PROGRAMING THE DUAL STORAGE SYSTEM AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY: The 12 V battery's dual storage system (DSS) may contain a software error which intermittently causes a continuous resetting of the microcontroller and communication failure.
• 10190858Mar 1, 2021Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. ACCESSORIES DO NOT POWER UP FROM THE FRONT 12 V POWER SOCKET PLUG: Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug.

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