2017 BMW 430I Technical Service Bulletins

273 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2017 BMW 430I. 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.

• 10150971Jan 1, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). ?EXTERIOR MIRROR: CREAKING NOISES. Accumulation of dust in the joint gap seal.
• 10150970Jan 1, 2017Brakes. ?WHEEL COVER PILOT PROGRAM. BMW is piloting/testing a measure that is designed to help prevent brake disc/rotor surface corrosion on new vehicles during transportation and storage.
• 10150966Jan 1, 2017Fuel system, Electrical system. ?SERVICE ACTION: REPLACE LOW-PRESSURE ELECTRIC IN-TANK FUEL Please perform the procedure outlined in this Service Information on all affected vehicles before customer delivery or the next time the vehicle is in the shop.
• 10150960Jan 1, 2017Equipment, Engine. ?Service Action: Replace the Thermostat. Please perform the procedure outlined in this Service Information on all affected vehicles before customer delivery. In the event the customer has already taken delivery of the vehicle, please perform the procedure the next time the vehicle is in the shop. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B11 10 15 dated January 2016.
• 10146794Dec 1, 2016Equipment. SI B65 09 15 November 2016 Audio, Navigation, Monitors, Alarms,SRS Technical Service NBT Head Unit High (HU-H) Resets Intermittently or Permanently. The Head Unit-High (HU-H) resets intermittently or permanently. 1. The display is inoperative and there is no audio output 2. Automatic system start-up after a couple of seconds Fault Code E1C440 set No Fault Codes set Software error in the Head Unit High (HU-H)
• 10146793Dec 1, 2016Exterior lighting, Electrical system. TURN SIGNAL - INTERMITTENTLY FLASHES AT FASTER RATE. Turn signal, intermittently, flashes at faster rate or not at all. Software error in FEM (Front Electronics Module)
• 10146971Nov 1, 2016Equipment. SERVICE ACTION: B-PILLAR COMPLIANCE LABEL: CHASSIS NUMBER VERIFICATION. Vehicles may contain one or more incorrect labels. Incorrect labels attached during production.
• 10146964Nov 1, 2016Equipment. "NBT-EVO Head Unit Cannot Be Swapped Between Vehicles for Testing This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 13 16 dated July 2016.. If an NBT-EVO head unit is swapped into a different vehicle it will enter a locked mode once it recognizes a different VIN. This will set a fault in the Head Unit (NBT-EVO), Fault Code ""B7F87A: Burgler Actively Registered / Component Protection Active"" This will require…
• 10146962Nov 1, 2016Exterior lighting. "HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE VISIBLE INTERNAL MOISTURE/CONDENSATION. Water on the inside (A) or misting (B) of both headlight lenses that is visible from outside. Water inside the headlights can be caused by two situations: Water/moisture ingress into the headlight housing. Thermal conditions that result in the formation of condensation.
• 10146784Nov 1, 2016Engine. "DME Electrical Wastegate Valve Faults - Adaptation Limit Positions Not Detected. Engine runs with reduced power. Emissions warning lamp lights up. One or more of the following faults are entered in the DME fault memory.
• 10146782Nov 1, 2016Engine. "B58 -M POWER AND SOUND KIT, MALFUNCTION LIGHT ILLUMINATED. Check engine light illuminated. Check Control Message: "Drive faulty". Engine power reduced and set in "Emergency Program". Fault code stored in DME control unit: o 1F0541 - Drive, safety function: Bus signal about engine torque implausible. Fault Code stored in EGS control unit: o CF2C11 - DME/DDE interface: (Actual DME/EGS crankshaft torque, 0xA5, actual…
• 10146779Nov 1, 2016Electrical system. Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015.. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair visits (source- Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports).
• 10146903Oct 1, 2016Equipment. "NBT NAVIGATION DOES NOT ROUTE ON TOLL ROADS. NBT Navigation does not provide routes that include certain toll roads. CAUSE Roads that have toll lanes ""without a cash option"" where not utilized for routing in NBT map data versions: NEXT 2015-1 NEXT 2015-2 NEXT 2016-1 As an enhancement, the NEXT 2017-1 map release now provides information about toll lanes ""without cash option"". UPDATE Install new map data."
• 10146902Oct 1, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. ?AUDIO VOLUME NOT RESTORED AFTER MSA STOP, ENTRY HEAD UNIT. Volume of audio system (when set to near maximum) is reduced when Auto Start-Stop (MSA) stop occurs and is not restored upon automatic engine restart. This is normal system behavior - serves to protect the head unit, battery drain and avoidance of incremental leaps in the loudness. The loudness is reduced to 2/3 of maximum and is not restored.
• 10146892Oct 1, 2016Brakes. CBS BRAKE PAD CALCULATION AND CORRECTION. When a vehicle comes into the workshop for any repair or maintenance job, the bundling calculator recommends a brake maintenance checkup. No brake warning light is illuminated.
• 10146883Oct 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. "B58 -M POWER AND SOUND KIT, MALFUNCTION LIGHT ILLUMINATED. Check engine light illuminated. Check Control Message: ""Drive faulty"". Engine power reduced and set in ""Emergency Program"". Fault code stored in DME control unit: o 1F0541 - Drive, safety function: Bus signal about engine torque implausible. Fault Code stored in EGS control unit: o CF2C11 - DME/DDE interface: (Actual DME/EGS crankshaft torque, 0xA5…
• 10146849Sep 1, 2016Equipment. "SERVICE ACTION: SUPPLEMENTARY PAGE NEEDED IN OWNER'S MANUAL. Operator's manual of affected vehicles does not contain required information on wireless smartphone charging accessory. AFFECTED VEHICLE Vehicles which require this Service Action to be completed will show it as ""Open"" when checked either in the ""Service Menu"" of DCSnet (Dealer Communication System) or with the Key Reader."
• 10146848Sep 1, 2016Electrical system. SOS MALFUNCTION DISPLAYED. An SOS malfunction is seen in the Kombi. When pressing the E-Call/SOS button in the overhead console, nothing happens. Fault code B7F33C (internal ECU error) is stored in the Telematics control unit (ATM/TCB2). There are 2 known causes for this failure. They are as follows: Software file missing from the ATM/TCB2 control module Water leak at shark-fin leading to corrosion in the ATM/TCB2…
• 10146844Sep 1, 2016Equipment. "HVAC BLOWER NOT WORKING This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B64 12 16 dated August 2016. HVAC blower is not working. Condensation occurs even though blower is working. CC message ""Increased battery discharge"" - standby current violation may be displayed. Climate control unit (IHKA) software"
• 10146833Sep 1, 2016Wheels. REWORKING THE PVC SEAM SEAL ON THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL ARCH. PVC Seam Sealer on the right rear inner wheel arch may not have been properly applied. Ineffective manufacturing procedure.
• 10146832Sep 1, 2016Body and structure. PAINT ON THE B-PILLAR IS SCRATCHED/DAMAGED. Paint on B-pillar is scratched. Especially noticeable on dark colored paint. Door seal is rubbing against entry opening surfaces.
• 10146830Sep 1, 2016Body and structure. CREAKING NOISES FROM DOOR TRIM PANEL. Creaking noise is heard from door trim panel while driving on rough roads. Door trim panel is contacting the inner door panel.
• 10146829Sep 1, 2016Fuel system. HOOD GAS-FILLED SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNT IS BROKEN. Hood gas filled shock absorber is loose or broken, the hood does not remain in the opened position. Gas filled shock absorber mounting point has broken free from the body.
• 10146813Sep 1, 2016Electrical system. "MIL LIGHT WITH DME FAULTS 1B2002 AND 1F1A51 STORED. Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on. Both of the following fault codes are stored in Digital Motor Electronics (DME) memory: 1B2002: ""EWS protection against tampering: no starting value programmed"" 1F1A51: ""DME, internal fault: Read EEPROM faulty"" Note: Only vehicles with DME MEVD17.2.3 produced or programmed to Integration levels: F02x-16-03-50x…
• 10146809Sep 1, 2016Engine cooling. B58 ENGINE: OIL LEAK FROM TURBOCHARGER. Engine oil (1) can be seen leaking from the bottom of the turbocharger near the band clamp (2). The turbocharger band clamp is loose.
• 10147042Aug 1, 2016Equipment. BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID's.
• 10147041Aug 1, 2016Equipment. BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. The ConnectedDrive Services are non-functional after a hardware exchange of the telematics control unit. This is not indicated by CC-message. ConnectedDrive Services not synchronized by Telematics Control Unit.
• 10147039Aug 1, 2016Electrical system. INFORMATION ON THE OPERATION OF THE SMART OPENER. INFORMATION ON THE OPERATION OF THE SMART OPENER MODEL F07 (5 Series Gran Turismo) F10 (5 Series) F12 (6 Series Convertible) F13 (6 Series Coupe) F15 (X5) F16 (X6) F22 (2 Series Coupe) F23 ( 2 Series Convertible) F25 (X3) F26 (X4) F30 (3 Series Sedan) F31 (3 Series Wagon) F32 (4 Series Coupe) F33 (4 Series Convertible) F34 (3 Series Gran Turismo) F36 (4 Series Gran…
• 10147035Aug 1, 2016Equipment. "HVAC BLOWER NOT WORKING. HVAC blower is not working. Condensation occurs even though blower is working. CC message ""Increased battery discharge"" - standby current violation may be displayed. Climate control unit (IHKA) software"
• 10147023Aug 1, 2016Seats, Equipment, Body and structure. SLOSHING NOISES/WATER IN REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. Water sloshing noises coming from the rear passenger compartment (left or right) while driving. Water ingress in the rear passenger compartment (rear seat bench / rear passenger compartment foot well / rear passenger compartment side panel) or luggage compartment. Failure of various control units installed in the area of the water removal channel. Poor water…
• 10147022Aug 1, 2016Body and structure. TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS. Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. Trunk/tailgate may open while the vehicle is in motion. Usually after stopping, such as a traffic light etc. Vehicle key trunk/tailgate button may accidentally be pressed, thus opening the tailgate.
• 10147018Aug 1, 2016Body and structure. Noise from Cargo Cover. A rattling sound may be heard from the rear cargo cover. Excessive clearance on mounting tabs.
• 10147017Aug 1, 2016Engine, Equipment. "Delivery Stop: Remove Engine Oil Label. Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until the label is removed. Vehicles at ports of entry will be remedied prior to dealer delivery. On affected vehicles, there is an incorrect label regarding the appropriate engine oil. Affected vehicles can be identified with a ""Vehicle Comment"" in the DCS Warranty Vehicle Inquiry or ISPA Light.
• 10147015Aug 1, 2016Brakes. "DSC ""WHEEL SPEED SENSOR"" FAULT CODES AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP- DIAGNOSTIC. 1. DSC's fault codes stored from two different wheel speed sensors (both front or both rear): 4809B0 - wheel speed sensor - front left - drive off recognition faulty and 4809CD - wheel speed sensor - front right - drive off recognition faultyor 4809B9 - wheel speed sensor - rear left - drive off recognition faulty and 480686 - wheel…
• 10147547Jul 1, 2016Body and structure. GAP VISIBLE BETWEEN UPPER A-PILLAR COWL PANEL SEAL AND CONVERTIBLE TOP SEAL.. When the Retractable Hard Top (RHT) is closed, a gap is visible between the upper A-pillar seal and the cowl panel seal. This concern does not result in water or air leaks, it is only an appearance issue. Photo at left shows gap between Apillar seal and cowl panel seal (inside view). Photo at left shows gap between Apillar seal and cowl…
• 10147531Jul 1, 2016Engine cooling. N20 - The Service Engine Soon Light is On with DME Fault 118602 Stored. The Service Engine Soon light is on (MIL) with only the following oxygen sensor fault stored. 118602 - Oxygen sensor before catalytic converter, fine mixture control: exhaust gas after catalytic converter too lean CAUSE An actual engine related problem and/or DME software diagnostic.
• 10151376Jun 1, 2016Electrical system. Center Information Display Switching off. INFORMATION The brightness of the CID will reduce and may switch off completely due to high temperature rise inside the vehicle. This situation is to protect the function of the CID. After lowering the temperature, the normal functions are restored. The increased temperature, protective switch-off is the reason for the fault. The fault code does not indicate a defective…
• 10151375Jun 1, 2016Equipment. HeadUp Display does not Show Full Street Names. INFORMATION Design of the HUD has limited display area. (It can only show a certain number of text characters). NOTE: Parts replacement or programming the vehicle will not recitify the situation!
• 10151369Jun 1, 2016Equipment, Wheels, Lane departure, Steering, Fuel system, Forward collision…. Various Check Control Messages Caused by Shorted K-CAN This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 03 15 dated April 2016.
• 10151359Jun 1, 2016Electrical system, Body and structure. Thumping noises from the front section of the vehicle. Thumping noises from the front section of the vehicle may occur when driving over poor road surfaces. Software of the Variable Damper Control (VDC)
• 10151358Jun 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Vibration or Knocking Noise from the Center of the Vehicle. When accelerating, there is a knocking, or vibration, felt from the center of the vehicle. This sensation can be easily duplicated when accelerating with the transmission in 2nd or 3rd gear (manual mode). Torque flex in the rear driveshaft.
• 10151335May 1, 2016Equipment. Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection - Call is transferred back to the handset. In some instances the call is then transferred back to the vehicle. Contact List incomplete General connection failures Apple iOS software (issue started with iOS 8.3 continues…
• 10151333May 1, 2016Vehicle speed control, Forward collision avoidance, Equipment. """Collision Warning Failed"" or ""Pedestrian Warning Failed"" CCM Display. While driving, a Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed advising of the following: Front collision warning failed Pedestrian detection failed The following fault code is stored in the KAFAS (Camera-based Driver Assistance System): 0X800AC4 - Camera calibration failed The KAFAS camera is not properly mounted and secured to the mounting…
• 10151318May 1, 2016Latches, locks and linkages, Body and structure. SI B51 23 15 Body Equipment May 2016 Technical Service The Driver's Side Front/Rear Door Can No Longer Be Opened from the Outside This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B51 23 15 dated September 2015.. A driver's-side door cannot be opened by the outside door handle. This concern can also affect the driver's side rear door on the F34 and F36. The Bowden cable has become detached.
• 10151315May 1, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Passenger Side Mirror Dimming Feature Operational Change. INFORMATION The automatically dimming exterior mirror function on the passenger's side has been deleted from the Option Code 430 as noted above. The automatic dimming function will continue to be operational on the driver's side mirror and rear view mirror.
• 10151274Apr 1, 2016Electrical system. SOS Malfunction Is Displayed In Kombi Sporadically. After engine start-up, a CCM (Check Control Message) for SOS malfunction is displayed in the Kombi and in the CID (Central Information Display).
• 10151269Apr 1, 2016Electrical system. Instrument Cluster Resets during Active Navigation. The instrument cluster (MID KOMBI) fails sporadically (all gauges falling briefly to zero, flashing of all indicator lights) and resets. Reset occurs during active route guidance and predictably when passing certain geographical positions. Software error in navigation head unit
• 10151268Apr 1, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). "The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full. The low washer fluid warning light is illuminated even though the washer fluid tank is full. There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch. CAUSE A non-approved washer fluid is used (fluids that contain a silicone additive, normally colored other than blue). INFORMATION The washer fluid level sensor…
• 10151265Apr 1, 2016Steering. Various Check Control Messages Caused by Shorted K-CAN. The customer states that one or more of the following CC messages are displayed: 627 - Steering behavior: Drive moderately 070 - Steering: Drive moderately 765 - Rear-end collision restricted 850 - Pedestrian warning restricted 236 - Driving stabilization: Drive moderately 299 - SOS call system failure 042 - Brake system: Drive moderately After performing a…
• 10151260Apr 1, 2016Steering. "Steering Assistance Failed After an Engine Start. Reduction of steering assistance after starting the engine. The DSC and steering warning lamp are illuminated in the instrument cluster. Check Control messages displayed: ""Driving stabilization. Drive carefully"" ""Increased steering effort required. Drive at moderate speed"".

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