2021 BMW 430I Technical Service Bulletins

135 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2021 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.

• 10225115Sep 1, 2022Electrical system. Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downward hand pressure is maintained.
• 10224210Aug 1, 2022Equipment. The sound output intermittently drops out entirely. This can be reproduced with all audio sources as well as telephone and voice output.
• 10218384Jun 1, 2022Equipment, Electrical system. 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. Note: Opening, closing and starting via the BMW Digital Key or the Digital Key Card are not affected.
• 10218375Jun 1, 2022Electrical system. Due to an incorrect terminal assignment, the compressor circuit is protected with a 30 Amp fuse (slot F227). A 40 A fuse (slot F229) is required for suitable circuit protection.
• 10218367Jun 1, 2022Tires. Starting mid-May 2022, the QR code on the tite sidewalls of Pirelli tires has been omitted due to patent reasons.
• 10215753May 1, 2022Tires, Exterior lighting, Equipment. The customer finds an indication in themyBMWapp that the tires need service due to wear. Even afterreplacing the tires, the tire service indicator is still present in the myBMW app.
• 10215750May 1, 2022Engine cooling, Electrical system. BMW offers a new special ISTA Installation made available for Roadside Assistance / Mobile Service technicians. The new ISTA Version is also able to be used in case of a Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) programming failure to get the customer car reprogrammed on site. In case of a Remote Software Upgrade failure, the engine start is prevented for safety reasons until the vehicle is programmed correctly. Most of the…
• 10214990May 1, 2022Electrical system. The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. The Headunit High 2 (HU-H2), also called NBT-EVO, superseded the NBT HU and was introduced in 3/2014. This uses map North America EVO. The Headunit High 4 (HU-H4, also called MGU21) superseded the MGU starting with…
• 10214989May 1, 2022Engine cooling. Mist formation on the windshield inside surface may occur at departure or after MSA (automaticstart/stop). Acoustic abnormality in the area of the recirculated air flap (recirculation flap closing and opening severaltimes). The above may occur individually or in combination.
• 10214988May 1, 2022Exterior lighting. Excessive condensation has collected in one or both headlights.
• 10214984May 1, 2022Equipment. Check Control Message (CCM) displays "Vehicle key missing" after engine start.
• 10212795Apr 1, 2022Electrical system. Check Control message (CCM) displays "Vehicle key missing" after engine start.
• 10212793Apr 1, 2022Equipment. 48 V battery may become totally discharged, and possible replacement needed.
• 10212790Apr 1, 2022Exterior lighting, Wheels. The customer finds an indication in the myBMWâ? app that the tires need service due to wear. Even after replacing the tires, the tire service indicator is still present in the myBMW app.
• 10212784Apr 1, 2022Engine cooling, Fuel system. The belt pulley on the mechanical coolant pump may fracture allowing the engine drive belt to come off the coolant pump and alternator.
• 10211856Mar 1, 2022Equipment. The trunk floor carpet is wet, primarily on the left side.
• 10211855Mar 1, 2022Wheels, Tires, Brakes. After replacing tires and successfully programming the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) using the RDC tool to transfer the QR code information on the sidewall, the "back-end" support systems need time to update the new tire information.
• 10211810Mar 1, 2022Electrical system, Equipment, Tires. The customer finds an indication in the â??myBMWâ? app that the tires need service due to wear. Even after replacing the tires, the tire service indicator is still present in the myBMW app.
• 10211809Mar 1, 2022Equipment, Lane departure, Steering. The steering intervention for Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is too strong (severe), which can create an uncomfortable feeling for the driver. Background: Steering intervention helps keep the vehicle in the lane if the system detects that a lane marking has been crossed. The steering intervention can be noticed on the steering wheel and can be manually overridden at any time.
• 10214260Feb 1, 2022Transmission and drivetrain, Engine. When driving off from a standstill, a delayed or sluggish throttle response may be noticed sporadically.
• 10214254Feb 1, 2022Back-over prevention (rear camera). 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.
• 10208176Jan 1, 2022Fuel system, Engine cooling. The belt pulley on the mechanical coolant pump may fracture allowing the engine drive belt to come off the coolant pump and alternator.
• 10206693Dec 1, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. While using the wireless charger, one or both of the following may occur: 1) The BMW display key or mobile phone becomes hot to the touch. 2) The device switches off due to over temperature (built-in device protection).
• 10206692Dec 1, 2021Electrical system, Equipment, Other or unknown. The SIM card installed in the telematics control unit (ATM2) connects to different mobile providers' networks. However, due to a missing parameter, this does not work and can cause disruption in BMW ConnectedDrive services in areas with insufficient network coverage.
• 10206688Dec 1, 2021Equipment. SiriusXM satellite radio is not working and does not display a channel list.
• 10206687Dec 1, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective October 25, 2021) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced after October 25, 2021. Due to supply chain limitations, certain vehicles were produced without a CID with touch function and without Reversing Assistant.
• 10205612Nov 1, 2021Equipment. BMW offers a new special ISTA Installation made available for Roadside Assistance / Mobile Service technicians.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 10199296May 1, 2021Back-over prevention (rear camera), Body and structure. SERVICE ACTION: CHECK BADGE ON TAILGATE, REPLACE IF NECESSARY . The "BMW" trunklid emblem (arrow) which contains the rear-view camera may not have been correctly fastened during vehicle production. It is possible that the emblem & camera may become detached from the vehicle, such as when going through an automated car wash.
• 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.
• 10198903May 1, 2021Back-over prevention (rear camera). SERVICE ACTION: CHECK BADGE ON TAILGATE, REPLACE IF NECESSARY . The "BMW" trunklid emblem (arrow) which contains the rear-view camera may not have been correctly fastened during vehicle production. It is possible that the emblem & camera may become detached from the vehicle, such as when going through an automated car wash.

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