2015 BMW I8 Technical Service Bulletins

209 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2015 BMW I8. 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.

• 10150978Jan 1, 2017Electrical system. ?MIL LAMP ILLUMINATED due to an internal fault in the EME. Replace EME.
• 10150956Jan 1, 2017Fuel system, Other or unknown, Electrical system. ?June 2016 Maintenance and General Hints: technical Service Plugin Hybrids, (PHEV) MPGe Fuel Economy Rating.
• 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)
• 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.
• 10146906Oct 1, 2016Lane departure, Brakes, Engine. KAFAS CAMERA-BASED ASSISTANCE SYSTEM LIMITS. INFORMATION The situations described above may all be caused by known limitations of the system such as: Dirty windshield Incomplete calibration process Unsuccessful calibration Restricted visibility- weather conditions or parked vehicles Missing lamps on target vehicle Non-standard vehicle exterior surfaces Insufficient ambient lighting Abrupt motion of target vehicle.
• 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."
• 10146890Oct 1, 2016Suspension. "SERVICE ACTION: CHECK AND REPLACE THE LEFT REAR AXLE SHAFT. The left rear output shaft may break. This could cause damage to the surrounding components at the left rear of the vehicle. AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action involves certain i8 vehicles produced October 21, 2015 to November 4, 2015. Vehicles which require this Service Action to be completed will show it as "Open" when checked either in AIR, the…
• 10146884Oct 1, 2016Engine cooling. Service Engine Soon (MIL) - IHKA FC 801375 & 8013A3 This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 27 15 dated November 2015. The Service Engine Soon light (MIL) is currently or intermittently illuminated in the instrument cluster and one or both of the fault codes below are stored in the Automatic Climate Control (IHKA). 801375 - Electric auxiliary heater (high voltage): Temporary fault detected after…
• 10146839Sep 1, 2016Electrical system. "DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION & SME FC 21F0E3. Red Check Control message (CCM) " Drive: Check as soon as possible" Fault Code 21F0E3 "High-voltage electrical system: Insulation resistance below threshold (fault)" stored in the battery management electronics (SME) Extreme moisture in the high-voltage battery may lead to sporadic isolation faults."
• 10146827Sep 1, 2016Latches, locks and linkages. RATTLE FROM DOOR LOCK STRIKER. A rattle may be heard from the driver's side or passenger's side door lock striker, or the door lock striker may show evidence of improper contact. The paint on the striker may be worn off. Improper adjustment of the door lock striker.
• 10146816Sep 1, 2016Engine. Service Engine Soon (MIL) - IHKA FC 801375 & 8013A3 This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 27 15 dated November 2015. The Service Engine Soon light (MIL) is currently or intermittently illuminated in the instrument cluster and one or both of the fault codes below are stored in the Automatic Climate Control (IHKA).
• 10146814Sep 1, 2016Engine cooling. "SERVICE ENGINE SOON (MIL) - IHKA FC 8013A3. The malfunction indictor lamp (MIL) illuminates at start-up or during trip. Heating function is usually working properly. Fault code 8013A3 "" Electric auxiliary heater (high voltage): OBD temperature sensor, coolant below operating range"" is stored in the fault memory of the IHKA control unit. IHKA control unit software."
• 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.
• 10147036Aug 1, 2016Equipment. "A/C FAILURE: FC 801252 ELECTRIC A/C COMPRESSOR: INTERNAL FAULT DETECTED. Air conditioning (A/C) failure with IHKA fault code ""801252 - Electric A/C compressor: Internal fault detected"". IHKA software fault in the versions detailed in the following table: ModelISTA/P versionIntegration levelF153.57.3F025-15-11-505F303.57.2F020-15-11-504I01, I123.57.0I001-15-11-501"
• 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.
• 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…
• 10147551Jul 1, 2016Electrical system. Head-up Display is no Longer Visible. HUD (Head-up Display) adjusted to the lowest position is no longer visible. Software in the instrument cluster
• 10147545Jul 1, 2016Body and structure. SNOW IN ENTRANCE AREA. CAUSE Excessive clearance in door sill area. CORRECTION Replace entrance cover and entrance molding on both sides.
• 10147544Jul 1, 2016Body and structure. Door Will Not Go Up All The Way. The driver's side or passenger's side door may not open to the highest position. Insufficient lifting force from gas pressurized damper spring.
• 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!
• 10151371Jun 1, 2016Electrical system. "DC/DC Converter does not supply sufficient 12V power. Customer probably has a CCM stating ""Battery is not charged"" (CCM-ID: 213) is displayed.
• 10151370Jun 1, 2016Electrical system. "SI B61 04 16 General Electrical June 2016 Technical Service EME Fault Code 222C02 Following Replacement or Programming- Diagnosis. Programming, (e.g. following replacement), can cause EME fault code ""222C02 - Electronic immobilizer protection against tampering: expected response implausible"" to be stored. After clearing, the fault comes back during a test drive. Improper EME software"
• 10151367Jun 1, 2016Steering. "STEERING COLUMN STALK SWITCH STICKING. The steering column stalk switch for the turn signal sticks when actuating ""headlight flasher"" mode. Interference fit between stalk switch and upper steering column shroud."
• 10151361Jun 1, 2016Brakes. Erroneous Wheel Speed Sensors Plausibility Faults - Diagnosis. INFORMATION These faults do NOT indicate brake system malfunction, or cause Check Control message display. Do not replace any parts! Perform a 12V battery reset and clear the fault memory. In case one of the plausibility faults returns after a short test drive, diagnose it using the corresponding ISTA test plan for the wheel speed sensor faults.
• 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…
• 10151316May 1, 2016Latches, locks and linkages, Body and structure. Difficult to Unlock Vehicle with Mechanical Key. Lock cylinder difficult to turn when unlocking with mechanical key. CAUSE Door lock actuator
• 10151271Apr 1, 2016Equipment. Reduced or No HVAC Heat Output. I12 & F30 PHEV - The heat is not functioning during electric driving and/or the heat output is reduced or fluctuating when driving with the combustion engine. I01 - The heat is not functioning at all. The issue can occur sporadically for all vehicles and will not have any associated fault codes. IHKA software with I-Level: I01, I12I001-15-11-504 F30 PHEV F020-15-11-505
• 10151256Apr 1, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 27 15 dated November 2015 SUBJECT Service Engine Soon (MIL) - IHKA FC 801375 & 8013A3. The Service Engine Soon light (MIL) is currently or intermittently illuminated in the instrument cluster and one or both of the fault codes below are stored in the Automatic Climate Control (IHKA). 801375 - Electric auxiliary heater (high voltage) is stored: Temporary fault…
• 10151203Mar 1, 2016Electrical system. """Comfort Access Restricted"" Check Control Message is Displayed. ""Comfort Access Restricted"" CCM (Check Control Message) is permanently displayed.. The CCM ID: D0h. The comfort access is functioning correctly. No comfort access aerial fault codes stored in the BDC (Body Domain Controller). Software error in the BDC"
• 10151201Mar 1, 2016Equipment. Hissing Noise from Speakers when Radio Volume is Turned Down. There is an audible hissing noise from the speakers when there is no active audio source. This noise is most apparent with the engine and climate system fan turned off. Software in the HK HiFi amplifier.
• 10151197Mar 1, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. NBT and Entry Head Unit Software Update for Improved Satellite Radio Reception. Poor Satellite Radio reception CAUSE After this software update there is a slight improvement in Satellite Radio reception for these vehicles when receiving their signal from XM Satellites. This is due to the changeover from Sirius Satellite broadcasting to XM Satellite broadcasting in 2016 (See SI B65 19 15).
• 10151196Mar 1, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. NBT Head Unit Aborts Import of CD. While importing a CD to the internal music collection of an NBT head unit the process aborts. You will see 'import error' on the radio display when this occurs. NBT Head Unit software
• 10151195Mar 1, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. "False Alarms of the Anti-Theft Alarm System. The alarm (DWA) siren continues to activate after locking vehicle An ""unapproved"" device is connected to the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) port of the vehicle. This keeps the Ethernet communication line active which triggers the alarm when the vehicle tries to enter sleep mode."
• 10151188Mar 1, 2016Electrical system, Equipment, Exterior lighting. "High Beam Laser Light Information. INFORMATION Laser headlights will be available as optional equipment SA5AZ. The laser headlight is a combined LED/laser headlight. Low- and high-beam headlights are generated by LEDs, as in LED headlight. The additional high beam (high beam booster) is generated by a laser. - Multiple high-performance light emitting diodes emit highly bundled laser beams (blue light) via special…
• 10151184Mar 1, 2016Electrical system. The Horns Fail to Operate. When the horn is activated, one or both horns fail to work. Mechanical defect of the horn(s)
• 10151183Mar 1, 2016Electrical system. "Fault Code 222C02 - Modified Procedure for Exchanging EME. EME needs to be programmed after replacement. Programming can cause fault code ""222C02 - Electronic immobilizer protection against tampering: expected response implausible"" to be stored. Improper software (up to ISTA/P 3.58.1- up to and including I001-16-03-502)"
• 10151181Mar 1, 2016Electrical system. CSC Communication Errors. The vehicle cannot be put into drive readiness or the high voltage system could automatically deactivate during driving. Failure of communication on the CAN bus due to one or more faulty cell supervision circuits (CSC). As a result, the switch contactor in the high-voltage battery opens.
• 10151169Mar 1, 2016Engine cooling. Engine will not Start (No Crank). The engine will not crank or the engine loses power while driving, followed by a no crank situation. There is no communication with the DME when diagnosing with ISTA (DME is yellow on control unit tree). In certain instances, the startup of the turbocharger coolant pump can exceed the 5A rating of fuse F83.
• 10151135Feb 1, 2016Air bags, Equipment. "Delivery Stop: I12 (i8) Passenger-Side Front Air Bag Message Recipients: General Managers, Sales Managers, Service and Parts Managers, Service Managers, Shop Foremen, Service Technicians Message Text: BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop for I12 (i8) with a potential of the front passenger-side air bag not installed properly. At this time, a repair solution is being developed. You will be update when information…
• 10151119Feb 1, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. SI B84 03 14 February 2016 Communication Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B84 03 14 dated October 2014. SUBJECT 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…
• 10151117Feb 1, 2016Air bags, Electrical system. "This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 07 15 dated January 2016. SUBJECT Airbag Warning Light ON: Fault 930BE8, High-voltage System Shutdown. The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster is on, or the check control message (CCM) ""Restraint system faulty"" is displayed. The advance crash safety module (ACSM4I) has fault code 930BE8 ""High-voltage system switchoff Range extender Electrical…
• 10151111Feb 1, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. Head-up Display is no Longer Visible. HUD (Head-up Display) adjusted to the lowest position is no longer visible. Software in the instrument cluster.
• 10151098Feb 1, 2016Tires, Equipment. SI B36 01 15 February 2016 Wheel and Tires Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 36 01 15 dated October 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Check Control Message: Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) Failure. A Check Control Message states Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) has failed CAUSE Hardware in the remote control unit (FBD3 antenna)
• 10151096Feb 1, 2016Brakes. SUBJECT Uneven Brake Pad Wear with Regenerative Braking. Under certain vehicle operating conditions, the brake calipers' outer pads (without wear sensor) will wear faster than the inner pads (with wear sensor). This is a normal brake pad wear characteristic that is inherent to the design of this vehicle.
• 10151024Jan 1, 2016Electrical system, Air bags, Forward collision avoidance. "This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 07 15 dated April 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Airbag Warning Light ON: Fault 930BE8, High-voltage System Shutdown . The airbag warning light in the instrument cluster is on, or the check control message (CCM) ""Restraint system faulty"" is displayed.
• 10151023Jan 1, 2016Equipment. Whistling Noise Coming from the Center Vent - A/C is Off . A very high pitched whistling or beeping noise is heard coming from the center vents. The flow of refrigerant through the expansion valve at certain temperature differentials.
• 10151012Jan 1, 2016Electrical system, Equipment, Body and structure. A Rattling Noise is heard coming From the Lower Front Door Area . A rattling noise is heard coming from the lower front door area while driving or closing the door. CAUSE The lower power window regulator mounting screws have loosened over time.
• 10151010Jan 1, 2016Body and structure, Equipment. "The support element for the left side C-pillar trim may become loose during its service life. The support element may not have been tightened correctly. AFFECTED VEHICLES 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."

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