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2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin - California Lemon Law BMW 540I Problems

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Technical Service Bulletins For 2020 BMW 540I

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Technical Service Bulletins

Technical Service Bulletin #B511319

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

NHTSA #10170579

Date Of Bulletin

20191201

Failing Component Name

170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Description

DOOR LATCHING COMPLAINTS IN COLD WEATHER: Below freezing ambient temperatures: One or more doors (front or rear) may not open when attempting to enter or After opening they may not correctly latch A leaking seal on the outer Bowden release


Technical Service Bulletin #B650520

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

NHTSA #10171496

Date Of Bulletin

20200101

Failing Component Name

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

Description

FAULT 930C1E IS FOUND IN THE ACSM: Vehicle comes into the workshop with the following illuminated: Check Engine Light DSC warning lamp Air bag warning lamps During diagnosis the following fault code is found stored in the ASCM (Advanced Cra


Technical Service Bulletin #B650520

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10171496

Date Of Bulletin

20200101

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

FAULT 930C1E IS FOUND IN THE ACSM: Vehicle comes into the workshop with the following illuminated: Check Engine Light DSC warning lamp Air bag warning lamps During diagnosis the following fault code is found stored in the ASCM (Advanced Cra


Technical Service Bulletin #B660817

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

NHTSA #10171498

Date Of Bulletin

20200101

Failing Component Name

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

Description

REAR VIEW CAMERA FAILS TO DISPLAY IMAGE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 5) replaces SI B66 08 17 dated March 2018. Sporadically when the rear view camera is activated no image appears in the display. The rear view camera can be


Technical Service Bulletin #B660817

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

NHTSA #10171498

Date Of Bulletin

20200101

Failing Component Name

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

Description

REAR VIEW CAMERA FAILS TO DISPLAY IMAGE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 5) replaces SI B66 08 17 dated March 2018. Sporadically when the rear view camera is activated no image appears in the display. The rear view camera can be


Technical Service Bulletin #B662017

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10171499

Date Of Bulletin

20200101

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

DISPLAY KEY IS NON-FUNCTIONAL: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B66 20 17 dated October 2019. The display key is non-functional. Display Key cannot be charged or switched on. An incorrect vehicle model appears on t


Technical Service Bulletin #B840120

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10171502

Date Of Bulletin

20200101

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #B840220

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10171503

Date Of Bulletin

20200101

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

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).


Technical Service Bulletin #B620919

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 117000 DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL

NHTSA #10170588

Date Of Bulletin

20191201

Failing Component Name

117000 DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL

Description

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMAINS DARK AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE: Instrument cluster remains dark after starting the vehicle. After a restart normal functionality is restored. Software error in the KOMBI (Instrument Cluster).


Technical Service Bulletin #B621019

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

NHTSA #10170589

Date Of Bulletin

20191201

Failing Component Name

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Description

INCORRECT CONDITION BASED SERVICE DATA FOR BRAKE FLUID SERVICE. "Brake fluid service due since 12/2001" is displayed in the instrument cluster although the vehicle is only a maximum of 1 year old. Software error in the KOMBI (Instrument Cl


Technical Service Bulletin #B110819

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

NHTSA #10170568

Date Of Bulletin

20191201

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Description

B57 DIESEL ENGINE - CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE OIL LEVEL TOO HIGH. Check Control Message (CCM) "Engine oil level too high" is displayed. Fuel dilution into the engine oil due to the diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration strategy.


Technical Service Bulletin #B110819

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

NHTSA #10170568

Date Of Bulletin

20191201

Failing Component Name

080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Description

B57 DIESEL ENGINE - CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE OIL LEVEL TOO HIGH. Check Control Message (CCM) "Engine oil level too high" is displayed. Fuel dilution into the engine oil due to the diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration strategy.


Technical Service Bulletin #B110120

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10172487

Date Of Bulletin

20200201

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #B610520

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10172497

Date Of Bulletin

20200201

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER. A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415 is displayed- "Increased battery drain! // Battery. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management" The resul


Technical Service Bulletin #B111219

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10171479

Date Of Bulletin

20200101

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED WITH A CRANKSHAFT ADAPTION FAULT: When diagnosing an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or a different issue the following faults may also be stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (D


Technical Service Bulletin #B120419

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10171483

Date Of Bulletin

20200101

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

DME FAULT MEMORY ENTRY FOR THE CRANKSHAFT SENSOR: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B12 04 19 dated February 2019. Technicians may notice this fault logged during a diagnostic session: Fault code: Control module: Fa


Technical Service Bulletin #B120319

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10170572

Date Of Bulletin

20191201

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

ENGINE DOES NOT START BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURES: Engine designation correction Parts availability Warranty. The engine will not start at temperatures below freezing. The starter does not turn and engage.


Technical Service Bulletin #B610520

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10176377

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415 is displayed- "Increased battery drain! // Battery. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management" The resul


Technical Service Bulletin #B512119

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10176373

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR: A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) may be illuminated with faults stored related to the upper and/or lower active air flap(s). Potential causes include: Faulty upper air f


Technical Service Bulletin #B512219

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

NHTSA #10176374

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Description

PASSENGER SIDE UPPER ACTIVE AIR FLAP STUCK OPEN/CLOSED: Upon visual inspection the passenger side upper active air flaps are either stuck open or closed and they will not move. There are no faults stored for the active air flaps.


Technical Service Bulletin #B512219

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10176374

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

PASSENGER SIDE UPPER ACTIVE AIR FLAP STUCK OPEN/CLOSED: Upon visual inspection the passenger side upper active air flaps are either stuck open or closed and they will not move. There are no faults stored for the active air flaps.


Technical Service Bulletin #B512219

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10176374

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

PASSENGER SIDE UPPER ACTIVE AIR FLAP STUCK OPEN/CLOSED: Upon visual inspection the passenger side upper active air flaps are either stuck open or closed and they will not move. There are no faults stored for the active air flaps.


Technical Service Bulletin #B611220

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10176379

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

TRUNK LOCK SWITCH INSIDE THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT IS MISSING: The trunk lock switch ("hotel"/valet switch) is missing in the glove compartment. This switch decouples the trunklid from the central locking system so that the trunklid cannot be o


Technical Service Bulletin #B611220

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10176379

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

TRUNK LOCK SWITCH INSIDE THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT IS MISSING: The trunk lock switch ("hotel"/valet switch) is missing in the glove compartment. This switch decouples the trunklid from the central locking system so that the trunklid cannot be o


Technical Service Bulletin #B660920

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10176380

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

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.


Technical Service Bulletin #B121619

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10175269

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

ERRONEOUS ELECTRIC FAN FUNCTION FAULT STORED IN THE DME: The following faults may be erroneously stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DME): Fault code: Control module: Fault code text: 1A2806 DME Electric fan function: limited operation


Technical Service Bulletin #B611220

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10175283

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

TRUNK LOCK SWITCH INSIDE THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT IS MISSING: The trunk lock switch ("hotel"/valet switch) is missing in the glove compartment. This switch decouples the trunklid from the central locking system so that the trunklid cannot be o


Technical Service Bulletin #B611220

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10175283

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

TRUNK LOCK SWITCH INSIDE THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT IS MISSING: The trunk lock switch ("hotel"/valet switch) is missing in the glove compartment. This switch decouples the trunklid from the central locking system so that the trunklid cannot be o


Technical Service Bulletin #B611420

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10175285

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

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 contro


Technical Service Bulletin #B270220

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 270000 LANE DEPARTURE

NHTSA #10176367

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

270000 LANE DEPARTURE

Description

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 warnin


Technical Service Bulletin #B270220

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 200000 WHEELS

NHTSA #10176367

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

200000 WHEELS

Description

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 warnin


Technical Service Bulletin #B130320

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

NHTSA #10175272

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Description

DELIVERY STOP - REPLACE HIGH-PRESSURE PUMP: Due to an assembly error the flange bolts for the high-pressure pump did not have the proper tightening torque applied.


Technical Service Bulletin #B110120

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

NHTSA #10176360

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Description

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 fil


Technical Service Bulletin #B130420

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

NHTSA #10176363

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

Description

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. All models: FC 191C02 - Fuel tank ventilation system 2nd discharge p


Technical Service Bulletin #B130420

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 270000 LANE DEPARTURE

NHTSA #10176363

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

270000 LANE DEPARTURE

Description

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. All models: FC 191C02 - Fuel tank ventilation system 2nd discharge p


Technical Service Bulletin #B130420

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN

NHTSA #10176363

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

100000 POWER TRAIN

Description

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. All models: FC 191C02 - Fuel tank ventilation system 2nd discharge p


Technical Service Bulletin #B130420

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

NHTSA #10176363

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Description

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. All models: FC 191C02 - Fuel tank ventilation system 2nd discharge p


Technical Service Bulletin #B130420

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10176363

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

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. All models: FC 191C02 - Fuel tank ventilation system 2nd discharge p


Technical Service Bulletin #B130420

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

NHTSA #10176363

Date Of Bulletin

20200501

Failing Component Name

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Description

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. All models: FC 191C02 - Fuel tank ventilation system 2nd discharge p


Technical Service Bulletin #B660720

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10175288

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

SERVICE ACTION - REPLACE LEFT REAR SHORT RANGE RADAR SENSOR (SRR): The functionality of the left rear SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the Driving Assistance Check Control Message.


Technical Service Bulletin #B660820

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10175289

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

SERVICE ACTION - REPLACE RIGHT REAR SHORT RANGE RADAR SENSOR (SRR): The functionality of the right rear SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the Driving Assistance Check Control Message.


Technical Service Bulletin #B661418

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10175291

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE CROSSING TRAFFIC WARNING WHILEPARKING: The check control message (CCM) "Crossing traffic warning. It is possible to continue driving" can appear when parking. This can occur when the vehicle is parked too close to adja


Technical Service Bulletin #B840120

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10175292

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #B840220

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10175293

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

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).


Technical Service Bulletin #B660320

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10174315

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

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.


Technical Service Bulletin #B660320

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10174315

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

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.


Technical Service Bulletin #B660817

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

NHTSA #10174316

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

Description

REAR VIEW CAMERA FAILS TO DISPLAY IMAGE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 6) replaces SI B66 08 17 dated January 2020. Sporadically when the rear view camera is activated no image appears in the display. The rear view camera can


Technical Service Bulletin #B660817

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10174316

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

REAR VIEW CAMERA FAILS TO DISPLAY IMAGE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 6) replaces SI B66 08 17 dated January 2020. Sporadically when the rear view camera is activated no image appears in the display. The rear view camera can


Technical Service Bulletin #B661919

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

NHTSA #10174317

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Description

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 pr


Technical Service Bulletin #B661919

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

NHTSA #10174317

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Description

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 pr


Technical Service Bulletin #B720417

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 151400 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

NHTSA #10174319

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

151400 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Description

FALSE WARNINGS THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS OCCUPIED WITHOUT THE SEAT BELT BUCKLED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 10) replaces SI B72 04 17 dated September 2019. Acoustic and visual warnings indicate that the front passeng


Technical Service Bulletin #B720417

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10174319

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

FALSE WARNINGS THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS OCCUPIED WITHOUT THE SEAT BELT BUCKLED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 10) replaces SI B72 04 17 dated September 2019. Acoustic and visual warnings indicate that the front passeng


Technical Service Bulletin #B840214

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10174320

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

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 Informatio


Technical Service Bulletin #B840214

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10174320

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

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 Informatio


Technical Service Bulletin #B121318

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

NHTSA #10174005

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

Description

DME FC 21A02D - COMBUSTION CONTROL: VALVE LIFT AT IDLE This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B12 13 18 dated September 2019. The vehicle will run rough or hesitate when accelerating from a stationary position.


Technical Service Bulletin #B170617

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

NHTSA #10174007

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #B170617

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NHTSA #10174007

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #B340517

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

NHTSA #10174009

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #B340517

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 200000 WHEELS

NHTSA #10174009

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

200000 WHEELS

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #B340517

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 100000 POWER TRAIN

NHTSA #10174009

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

100000 POWER TRAIN

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #B340517

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

NHTSA #10174009

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #B510820

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

NHTSA #10174012

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

Description

GROANING OR CRACKING NOISE WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING THE DOORS: A groaning or cracking sound is present when opening and/or closing any of the doors. Interference between the door panel and door.


Technical Service Bulletin #B510820

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

NHTSA #10174012

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Description

GROANING OR CRACKING NOISE WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING THE DOORS: A groaning or cracking sound is present when opening and/or closing any of the doors. Interference between the door panel and door.


Technical Service Bulletin #B510820

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

NHTSA #10174012

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

Description

GROANING OR CRACKING NOISE WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING THE DOORS: A groaning or cracking sound is present when opening and/or closing any of the doors. Interference between the door panel and door.


Technical Service Bulletin #B513016

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10174015

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 4) replaces SI B51 30 16 dated March 2018. Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked Trunk/tailgate may open while the vehicle is in motion usually after stopp


Technical Service Bulletin #B513016

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 050000 PARKING BRAKE

NHTSA #10174015

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

050000 PARKING BRAKE

Description

TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 4) replaces SI B51 30 16 dated March 2018. Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked Trunk/tailgate may open while the vehicle is in motion usually after stopp


Technical Service Bulletin #B610320

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 160000 STRUCTURE

NHTSA #10174018

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

160000 STRUCTURE

Description

MIL MAY BE ILLUMINATED BY ERRONEOUS FAULT IN THE DME: The customer states that the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is illuminated. During diagnosis fault code 231507 "BDC RESET by watchdog" stored in the DME. CAUSE Software error in the Bo


Technical Service Bulletin #B610320

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

NHTSA #10174018

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Description

MIL MAY BE ILLUMINATED BY ERRONEOUS FAULT IN THE DME: The customer states that the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is illuminated. During diagnosis fault code 231507 "BDC RESET by watchdog" stored in the DME. CAUSE Software error in the Bo


Technical Service Bulletin #B610520

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

NHTSA #10174019

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Description

CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B61 05 20 dated February 2020. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management" The results of


Technical Service Bulletin #B650820

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

NHTSA #10174031

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Description

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 w


Technical Service Bulletin #B650820

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT

NHTSA #10174031

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

350000 EQUIPMENT

Description

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 w


Technical Service Bulletin #B650820

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10174031

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

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 w


Technical Service Bulletin #B630418

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10174027

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #B630418

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

NHTSA #10174027

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #B630418

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA #10174027

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Description

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


Technical Service Bulletin #B650520

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 270000 LANE DEPARTURE

NHTSA #10174029

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

270000 LANE DEPARTURE

Description

FAULT 930C1E IS FOUND IN THE ACSM: Vehicle comes into the workshop with the following illuminated: Check Engine Light DSC warning lamp Air bag warning lamps During diagnosis the following fault code is found stored in the ASCM (Advanced Cra


Technical Service Bulletin #B650520

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

NHTSA #10174029

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Description

FAULT 930C1E IS FOUND IN THE ACSM: Vehicle comes into the workshop with the following illuminated: Check Engine Light DSC warning lamp Air bag warning lamps During diagnosis the following fault code is found stored in the ASCM (Advanced Cra


Technical Service Bulletin #B650520

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA #10174029

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

140000 AIR BAGS

Description

FAULT 930C1E IS FOUND IN THE ACSM: Vehicle comes into the workshop with the following illuminated: Check Engine Light DSC warning lamp Air bag warning lamps During diagnosis the following fault code is found stored in the ASCM (Advanced Cra


Technical Service Bulletin #B652214

This 2020 BMW 540I Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

NHTSA #10174032

Date Of Bulletin

20200401

Failing Component Name

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Description

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!


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