2024 BMW X7 Technical Service Bulletins

167 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2024 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.

• 11000635May 31, 2024Wheels. Incorrect adjustment of the front and rear axles may result in steering wheel drift or increased tire wear onthe vehicle.
• 11000616May 30, 2024Electrical system. The Central information Display (CID) screen goes black and the Headunit (HU-H3) resets sporadically.After a short period of time, the function of the CID and HU-H3 is available again. Additionally, fault code B7F8F9 – “HU-H: Reset” will be stored in the HU-H3. The issue may occur multiple times while driving longer distances. CAUSE Unfavorable
• 11000505May 25, 2024Wheels. Delivery stop: wheel alignment
• 11000533May 21, 2024Electrical system. Quality improvements and robustness measures are to be implemented on the affected vehicles via thissoftware update. The software update improves functions in the following areas of the vehicle: Bluetooth malfunctions The start-up phase of the head unit (HU) has been shortened (faster start of the operating system) The number of disconnections from Apple CarPlay have been reduced Vehicle access and the drive-ready…
• 11000636May 7, 2024Seat belts. Delivery Stop Front Lower Seat Belt
• 11000529May 7, 2024Electrical system. In vehicles that are not mapped to a BMW ID, the manual time setting option is not selectable (greyed-out)in the System Settings menu. Time cannot be manually set in the vehicle.
• 11000500May 3, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. 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.
• 11000563May 1, 2024Steering. At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned.
• 10253342Apr 22, 2024Engine cooling. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 12, 2024) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2025 BMW vehicles that were produced between July 21, 2021, and April 11, 2024.
• 10253898Apr 18, 2024Engine cooling. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 12, 2024) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2025 BMW vehicles that were produced between July 21, 2021, and April 11, 2024.
• 10253896Apr 15, 2024Engine cooling. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 12, 2024) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2025 BMW vehicles that were produced between July 21, 2021, and April 11, 2024.
• 10252280Mar 29, 2024Exterior lighting. The connection between the LED module and the light tube inside the upper/top headlamp housing is damaged.
• 10252279Mar 29, 2024Seats. The seat leather upholstery detaches from the front of the thigh support (aka knee bolster) of either front seat.
• 10252135Mar 25, 2024Electrical system. After performing a BMW Remote Software Upgrade (RSU), the functionality of the Comfort Access andPassive Go/Exit features may be reduced. Also, one or more of the following error memory entries below may be stored in the Basic Central Platform(BCP) module.
• 10252016Mar 21, 2024Equipment. Deactivated: Currently investigating other components that maybe playing a factors besides what is mentioned in the SIB. Topic is under investigation.
• 10252027Mar 15, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective March 15, 2024) on a small number of Model Year 2024 BMW vehicles that were produced between January 30, 2024, and March 7, 2024.
• 10252023Mar 15, 2024Equipment. The original Conditioned Based Service (CBS) Key data point closed with 23-07 soft ware, all CBS systems are now collectively under analysis.
• 10252033Mar 14, 2024Suspension. During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/o router CV boots.
• 10252031Mar 14, 2024Exterior lighting. One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
• 10252038Mar 4, 2024Engine cooling. Check Control message (CCM) indicates: (ID 213): Stop, exercising due care. Voltage supply The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following DME Fault Code: 21B209 - Starter alternator / belt for 48V system (OSA_RIEMEN_RISS): Belt betweenCombustion engine and starter generator torn And/or one or more of the following other issues are also occurring: Noise in the area of the belt drive. Odor from the engine…
• 10250744Feb 22, 2024Engine cooling. The return springs on the exhaust camshaft followers may break.
• 10250742Feb 22, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. When using the Key Reader to retrieve Condition Based Service (CBS) information from the customers key, no data is stored.
• 10250602Feb 22, 2024Equipment. A quality check showed that the Remote-Control Parking token was not activated in the current software for the vehicles affected.
• 10250372Feb 16, 2024Electrical system, Seats. Customer states that the seat heating and/or cooling doesn’t meet his/her expectations.
• 10250370Feb 16, 2024Body and structure. While driving on rough/uneven roads, a buzzing sound can be heard from the upper tailgate interior trim panel.
• 10250362Feb 7, 2024Fuel system. The engine cranks but will not start.
• 10249425Jan 29, 2024Engine cooling. The Check Control message below appears even though the coolant level is not below minimum when theengine is cold. Check Control message (ID 166): Top up coolant.
• 10249449Jan 19, 2024Engine cooling. High levels of silicone inside the ignition coil can lead to premature failure.
• 10249437Jan 16, 2024Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
• 10249027Jan 11, 2024Electrical system. The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle “discharged battery” complaints.
• 10249024Jan 8, 2024Body and structure. This bulletin outlines known areas of possible water entry, operational noise, or wind noise for the vehicles listed above. It serves only as a diagnostic resource in troubleshooting complaints from the roof area. This bulletin and the associated attachments are designed to provide one single diagnostic resource for troubleshooting all known issues related to the panoramic sunroof of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles…
• 10249018Jan 8, 2024Steering. At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned. This can be felt (jerking)/ heard via an acoustic acknowledgement (clunk) as seen at the 11 second mark of the video. See attached video V36 01 21.
• 10249032Jan 5, 2024Equipment, Electrical system. The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3). FaultB7F8F9 – “HU-H: Reset” will be stored in the HU-H3.
• 10249031Jan 5, 2024Electrical system. Check Engine light is on IHKA has stored fault 80131C “IHKA: 12V voltage sensor plausibility”
• 10249025Jan 5, 2024Equipment. The roller sunshade (aka sun protection or sunblind) of the front panoramic sunroof is bunching up during operation or may hang down and appear loose.
• 10249015Jan 5, 2024Fuel system. A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system(NVLD natural vacuum leak detection).
• 10249017Jan 4, 2024Steering. SITUATION Unusual noises occur only when operating the steering column in the axial direction. 1. A one-time thump sound at the start of movement Shortly after the steering column starts moving, retracting, or extending, a one-time thump noise is heard. See attached video V32 03 23 2. Humming noise while steering column extends in the axial direction. The sound is only heard when the steering column is extended…
• 10248087Dec 29, 2023Seats. When the center armrest of the second seat row is lowered but the center section of the seat is in its uprightposition, a rattle noise may be heard when the vehicle goes over a cobblestone/rough road. The noise can be heard from the pull tab marked with blue tape in the picture.
• 10247569Dec 20, 2023Brakes. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective December 20, 2023) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2024BMW vehicles that were produced between July 4, 2022, and October 26, 2023.
• 10247567Dec 20, 2023Engine cooling, Fuel system. Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: 032B43 - Low fuel pressure system, electric fuel pump: pressure value too low CDA594 - Message (- 0x33E) missing, receiver DME, transmitter TFE
• 10247565Dec 20, 2023Seats. In vehicles equipped with the second row 60% / 40% split seat, the flex cable assembly can come out of the seat rail mechanism (circled). This stops the forwards and backwards travel of the seat.
• 10247578Dec 8, 2023Electrical system. When using the Key Reader to retrieve CBS information from the customer key, no current vehicle data is available, or the data does not match the maintenance schedule.
• 10246222Nov 28, 2023Engine cooling. The return springs on the exhaust camshaft followers may break.
• 10246221Nov 28, 2023Electrical system. BMW Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) is not possible. The “Remote Software Upgrade” menu shows thefollowing text: “A remote software upgrade and the activation of functions are not possible. Please contact your servicepartner to restore functionality.” Additionally, certain purchased BMW ConnectedDrive Upgrades that require RSU for installation cannot be activated. After the purchase, the status of…
• 10246302Nov 22, 2023Seats. Two areas of the third-row seat backrest that may cause a noise concern have been added.
• 10246301Nov 22, 2023Seats. A change in the Bowden cable routing is observed in the third seat row backrest. Replacement Bowden cables are shorter than original parts.
• 10245422Nov 22, 2023Electrical system, Equipment. Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicle’s equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation (folding the mirrors/blinking confirmation) is noticeable. Additionally, the red anti-theft alarm LED in the interior mirror does not briefly flash every 2 seconds, indicating the alarm is armed.
• 10245420Nov 16, 2023Equipment. Emergency Stop Assistant is activated. Thisicon will appear in the CID when this function is activated.
• 10245377Nov 13, 2023Equipment, Electrical system. When using the Key Reader to retrieve CBS information from the customer key, no current vehicle data is available, or the data does not match the maintenance schedule.
• 10245369Nov 13, 2023Body and structure. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective September 14, 2023) on certain model year 2023 – 2024BMW vehicles that were produced between May 9, 2023 and May 30, 2023. The weld seam at the towing eye did could not meet the BMW requirements.

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