2020 BMW X7 Technical Service Bulletins

360 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2020 BMW X7. 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.

• 10179815Aug 1, 2020Engine cooling. KIDNEY GRILL ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULTS: A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) may be illuminated, with one or more of the following faults stored: 138207- Active cooling damper control (AKKS), top: blockage at warm ambient temperature 21B043- Active cooling damper control (AKKS), top: blockage at all ambient temperatures 138222- Active cooling damper control (AKKS), above: positional deviation…
• 10179809Aug 1, 2020Electrical system. REMOTE SOFTWARE UPGRADE: For BMW, Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) is the next consequent step with regard to digitalization and customer satisfaction. With the introduction of RSU, customers now can update the vehicle software by themselves.
• 10179748Aug 1, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. NEW ECU VALIDATION NEEDED AFTER REPLACING CERTAIN CONTROL MODULES: With introduction of the new Headunit HU-H3 (MGU Media Graphics Unit), there is a new protection mechanism against tampering.
• 10179010Jul 1, 2020Electrical system. BMW CONNECTEDDRIVE APPS ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE AFTER PROGRAMMING: After programming vehicle with "20-03" software, BMW ConnecedDrive apps are no longer available in the head unit. Software in the Head Unit High (HU-H3).
• 10179009Jul 1, 2020Electrical system. NAVIGATION SYSTEM - REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROADMAP DATA: Do not replace parts and do not program the vehicle. Roads can change by up to 15% every year. To ensure the best navigation experience, we do everything in our power to create the best maps. Your reports help us to detect changes in your area and keep future versions of our maps as accurate as possible. Therefore, a road map error or missing data…
• 10179007Jul 1, 2020Equipment. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND ONBOARD COMPUTER INTERMITTENTLY INOPERATIVE: The audio source, radio station, or music track cannot be changed using the MFL. Normal functionality may possibly return after a sleep cycle or a battery reset. This affects vehicles with: Integration level S18A-18-11-5xx Live Cockpit Professional (option code 6U3) including the instrument cluster High 4.1. While the Kombi is not working properly…
• 10179001Jul 1, 2020Seats. SEAT OPERATIONAL CHANGES AS OF 7/2019 I-LEVEL FOR G05/G07: Flashing LED in trunk mounted switch pack.
• 10179000Jul 1, 2020Seats. SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR SEAT CHECK CONTROL MESSAGES: There is an operating failure with various Check Control (CC) messages displayed regarding seat adjustment of the second and third row of seats.
• 10178996Jul 1, 2020Brakes, Wheels. TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: Ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied, noticeable at low speeds. The vehicle must be moving.
• 10178995Jul 1, 2020Engine, Engine cooling, Equipment. DELIVERY STOP - INSPECT NUTS ON CATALYTIC CONVERTER: BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective June 23, 2020) on certain Model Year 2020 BMW vehicles that were produced between March 10, 2020 and June 1, 2020. Do not deliver to a customer, a New, Certified Pre-Owned or Used vehicle subject to a Delivery Stop, until the vehicle is repaired. Do not use or sell replacement equipment/parts subject to a Delivery Stop.
• 10178994Jul 1, 2020Engine cooling, Engine. COOLANT LEAK FROM LOW TEMPERATURE COOLING CIRCUIT (N63R): Coolant leaking from the engine compartment. Traces of coolant leaking from the expansion tank of the low temperature cooling system. Aluminum corrosion in the charge air intercoolers, or in the radiator for the low temperature cooling is causing an unfavorable chemical reaction to the coolant.
• 10178992Jul 1, 2020Electrical system. DELIVERY STOP - CHECK STARTER BOLT: BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective July 30, 2020) on a small number of Model Year 2020 BMW vehicles that were produced on July 10, 2020.
• 10177632Jun 1, 2020Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Back-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). 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. Side view camera loose fitment in the exterior…
• 10177631Jun 1, 2020Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Seats. 3rd ROW CLIMATE CONTROL NOT AVAILABLE: Climate control operations are not available in the 3rd row when the 3rd row seats are folded down. Software in the automatic air conditioning control unit (IHKA).
• 10176381May 1, 2020Electrical system. REVERSING ASSISTANT LIMITATIONS: The Reversing Assistant function is not operating to customer expectations. Some possible customer concerns are: Vehicle does not avoid objects in its path tires or wheels contact the curb reversing Assistant only works for a short distance.
• 10176380May 1, 2020Electrical system. SURROUND VIEW WRONG VEHICLE DISPLAYED AFTER PROGRAMMING: After programming the wrong vehicle model is displayed in the Central Information Display (CID) when the Surround View is activated.
• 10176376May 1, 2020Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). SUNROOF WATER LEAK DIAGNOSIS: This bulletin outlines multiple known areas of possible water entry for the vehicles listed above. It serves only as a diagnostic resource in troubleshooting water leak complaints from the roof area. This bulletin does not include all potential areas of water entry from the sunroof. Additional diagnosis may be required for vehicles which are not affected by the scenarios outlined below.
• 10176369May 1, 2020Vehicle speed control. FUEL FILLER DOOR STICKING: The fuel filler door may be sticking requiring multiple attempts to open. The fuel filler door material can swell in wet conditions causing the filler door to stick.
• 10176367May 1, 2020Lane departure, Wheels. JERKING OR SHUDDERING FROM THE DRIVELINE (XDRIVE TRANSFER CASE ATX13-X): 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. CAUSE Unevenly worn or incorrect fitment tires are installed on the vehicle or the factory-filled transfer case oil does not meet BMW…
• 10176366May 1, 2020Engine cooling, Brakes, Fuel system, Lane departure, Electrical system. COOLANT LINE QUICK DISCONNECTS LEAK IN LOW TEMPERATURES AT OR BELOW -15Ë?C (5Ë?F): The coolant reservoir in the high or low temperature cooling system is low There may be a coolant leak under the vehicle There may be a check control message (ID166) to top up coolant The low temperature cooling system have a low level warning indicator.
• 10176365May 1, 2020Engine cooling. SERVICE ACTION - ADD SILICONE BOOSTER TO LOW TEMP COOLING SYSTEM: The coolant in the low temperature cooling system may not have sufficient coolant corrosion protection.
• 10176363May 1, 2020Engine cooling. TANK VENTILATION AND MIXTURE CONTROL FAULTS STORED IN THE DME: The Engine Malfunction Warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in the DME.
• 10176360May 1, 2020Engine. B58C AND B58M ENGINES ENGINE OIL FILTER INSERT IS DIFFICULT TO REMOVE - REMOVAL: 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. The engine oil filter is broken. The paper is torn and the lower plastic section is stuck in the engine oil filter housing.
• 10175293Apr 1, 2020Electrical system. REMOTE 3D VIEW NOT AVAILABLE: Remote 3D View cannot be launched In the BMW ConnectedDrive App. Software error in the Advanced Telematics Module 2 (ATM2).
• 10175292Apr 1, 2020Electrical system. BMW CONNECTEDDRIVE SERVICES ARE NOT AVAILABLE: The BMW ConnectedDrive services are not available for an extended period. This may include: Calls in the BMW Assistance app (Concierge Service) Vehicle data and status in the BMW ConnectedDrive app Remote services Remote 3D View Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI) Weather News Software error in Advanced Telematics Module 2 (ATM2).
• 10175287Apr 1, 2020Electrical system. SERVICE ACTION - REPLACE RIGHT FRONT SHORT RANGE RADAR SENSOR (SRR): The functionality of the right front SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the Driving Assistance Check Control Message.
• 10175286Apr 1, 2020Electrical system. SERVICE ACTION - REPLACE LEFT FRONT SHORT RANGE RADAR SENSOR (SRR): The functionality of the left front SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the Driving Assistance Check Control Message.
• 10175285Apr 1, 2020Electrical system. DEACTIVATION OF THE INTERIOR MOVEMENT DETECTOR/TILT ALARM SENSOR IS NOT POSSIBLE: Customer complains that the interior movement detector and the tilt alarm sensor system cannot be deactivated by pressing the lock button on the remote control / BMW display key twice. The second button press on the radio remote control / BMW display key is not detected. Customer may have to press the button 3 times to deactivate the…
• 10175284Apr 1, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. SERVICE ACTION - CHECKING THE DUAL STORAGE SYSTEM AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY: In the event of an accident the two-battery Dual Storage System (DSS) is disconnected from the electrical system via an internal relay. In some cases the relay is stuck closed and a fault is set. In these circumstances: A crash shutdown of the DSS does not occur The power distribution box is supplied with power until the DSS is fully…
• 10175279Apr 1, 2020Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). WIND NOISE FROM WINDSHIELD SIDE TRIM: A wind noise from the windshield area is present while driving caused by a separation of the windshield side trim (circled) on one or both sides. Improper bonding of the side windshield trim during production.
• 10175278Apr 1, 2020Engine. WIND NOISE FROM ENGINE BULKHEAD: A wind noise can be heard when driving at highway speeds from the area around the lower windshield. Improper sealing of the engine bulkhead trim.
• 10175276Apr 1, 2020Body and structure. REAR DOOR SEAL DETACHED: One or both rear door seals are detached from the rear door(s). Improper connection of the door seal to the door.
• 10175275Apr 1, 2020Equipment. FIBERS PROTRUDING FROM CENTER SPEAKER COVER: Fibers are protruding from beneath the center dashboard speaker cover. Insulation material underneath the speaker may become loose. The situation may become even more noticeable on those vehicles where the dashboard area is cleaned using a vacuum cleaner.
• 10174320Apr 1, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 7) replaces SI B84 02 14 dated May 2019. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This Service Information Bulletin: Is being published because vehicles are down for an extended period of time when researching system failures with ConnectedDrive or BMW Assist. Will assist you both…
• 10174318Apr 1, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system, Equipment. REARVIEW CAMERA: SPORADICALLY NO IMAGE IS DISPLAYED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI B66 31 19 dated February 2020. When reverse gear is selected or the rear view camera is activated sporadically no image is displayed on the Central Information Display (CID). If the ignition is cycled off and back on the function is restored. Software error between the head unit and the rear-view camera.
• 10174317Apr 1, 2020Latches, locks and linkages, Equipment. COMFORT ACCESS AND COMFORT GO NOT POSSIBLE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B66 19 19 dated May 2019. Vehicle cannot be unlocked/locked or started via Comfort Access. Remote control functionality is restored by pressing any of the key buttons or by removing and reinstalling the remote control key battery. The Display Key Digital Key and the Digital Key Card are not affected. Electrostatic…
• 10174315Apr 1, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. DIAGNOSTIC HINT: DRIVING ASSISTANCE SUPPORT REDUCED CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE DISP: Driving Assistance support reduced Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed sporadically. All or some of the system functions maybe inoperative.
• 10174032Apr 1, 2020Equipment. AUTOMATED ACTIVATION OF NAVIGATION SYSTEM DURING PDI/QC1: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI B65 22 14 dated October 2015. The INITIAL NAV enabling code no longer needs to be pre-ordered through the Parts department!
• 10174031Apr 1, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. DISPLAYS SPORADICALLY REACT VERY SLOWLY WHEN SCROLLING IN THE AUDIO MENU: Sporadically the reaction time of the display in the instrument cluster the head-up display or in the CID (Central Information Display) is very long. This can occur when browsing/scrolling through lists in the audio menu switching radio stations or albums. Software in the Head Unit High (HU-H3).
• 10174027Apr 1, 2020Air bags, Electrical system, Exterior lighting. DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT IS DIM OR DISCOLORED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI B63 04 18 dated January 2019. One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored. The connection between the LED module and light tube inside the headlight is damaged.
• 10174026Apr 1, 2020Air bags, Engine cooling. Headlight Malfunction Check Control Message: Intermittently a check control message may be present stating "Adaptive headlight failure" (CC message 127) or "Headlight range control failure" (CC message 100).
• 10174009Apr 1, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Brakes, Wheels, Back-over prevention (rear camera). TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B34 05 17 dated September 2017. Ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied noticeable at low speeds. The vehicle must be moving. See attached video V34 01 20 Note: For a similar noise heard when parking with the brakes applied refer to SIB 31 01 12.
• 10174007Apr 1, 2020Fuel system, Engine cooling. COOLANT LEAK FROM LOW TEMPERATURE COOLING CIRCUIT (N63R): This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 5) replaces SI B17 06 17 dated June 2019. Traces of coolant leaking from the expansion tank of the low temperature cooling system. Coolant in the low temperature cooling circuit may also have an acrid smell and discoloration (1). Aluminum corrosion in the charge air intercoolers or in the radiator for the low…
• 10174006Apr 1, 2020Engine cooling. COOLANT LEAKING FROM THE LOW TEMPERATURE COOLING SYSTEM (B58C ENGINE): This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B17 02 20 dated March 2020. Premature breakdown of the coolant with gassing in the low temperature cooling system.
• 10172502Feb 1, 2020Electrical system, Back-over prevention (rear camera). REARVIEW CAMERA. SPORADICALLY NO IMAGE IS DISPLAYED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B66 31 19 dated October 2019. When reverse gear is selected or the rear view camera is activated sporadically no image is displayed on the Central Information Display (CID). If the ignition is cycled off and back on the function is restored. Software error between the head unit and the rear-view camera.
• 10172499Feb 1, 2020Electrical system, Body and structure. SERVICE ACTION: BODY DOMAIN CONTROLLER PROGRAMMING. When the vehicle is left unlocked the interior light switch is continuously monitored. This may lead to an increased battery draw. Check control message "Energy management for engine start-up" may appear. Longer stationary periods may result in a no-start depending on the battery charge state. Software error in the BDC (Body Domain Controller).
• 10172495Feb 1, 2020Electrical system. ACCESSORIES DO NOT POWER ON: Customer is not able to power accessories using the 12 volt power socket. Design change to reduce short circuits and blown fuses.
• 10172493Feb 1, 2020Fuel system. FUEL FILLER DOOR STICKING: The fuel filler door may be sticking requiring multiple attempts to open. The fuel filler door material can swell in wet conditions causing the filler door to stick.
• 10172492Feb 1, 2020Engine cooling. SERVICE ACTION: ADD SILICONE BOOSTER TO LOW TEMP COOLING SYSTEM: The coolant in the low temperature cooling system may not have sufficient coolant corrosion protection.
• 10172487Feb 1, 2020Engine cooling. ENGINE OIL FILTER INSERT IS DIFFICULT TO REMOVE - REMOVAL: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B11 01 20 dated February 2020. 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. The engine oil filter is broken. The paper is torn and the lower plastic section is stuck in the…

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