Bmw 6 Series 2012
Model 6 Series made in 2012 by Bmw got 4 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 19 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to electrical system. . Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, fuel system, gasoline and fuel system, other. There was one recall concerning engine and engine cooling .
Model 2012
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - OTHER FUEL TYPES - TURBO-CHARGER | ||||||||||||||||
| 12V161000 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | from 04/01/2011 to 05/11/2011 | V (Vehicle) | 2846 | 04/30/2012 | MFR | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | 04/10/2012 | 04/11/2012 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Bmw is recalling certain model year 2011 5-series, 5-series gran turismo, model year 2012 6-series convertible, 7-series, x5 sav, and x6 sav vehicles equipped with 8- or 12-cylinder, turbocharged, engines because the circuit board for the electric auxiliary water pump can overheat. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could lead to a smoldering of the pump or an engine compartment or vehicle fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump free of charge. the safety recall began on april 30, 2012. owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall is an expansion of safety recall 11v521.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| SIB-12-18-12 | 11/01/2012 | 10049679 | Bmw: if bsd communication is disrupted, oil level sensor data is no longer received by dme. bsd communication fault(s), after repairs are shortly set, requires removal of ignition harness from cylinder head cover. all models. no model | 01/18/2013 | |
| SIB-12-09-12 | 11/01/2012 | 10049299 | Bmw: without relevant faults stored in dme memory, when at low speed maneuvering and idling, or steering turned to full lock position, or driving off throttle (coasting) and braking at 10mph, vehicle would idle speed may fluctuate up and do | 01/15/2013 | |
| SIB-61-02-12 | 01/01/2012 | 10043862 | Bmw: electronic malfunction and various check control messages are displayed in cid (central information display) and instrument cluster. *pe | 04/30/2012 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE | |||||
| SIB-61-02-12 | 01/01/2012 | 10043862 | Bmw: electronic malfunction and various check control messages are displayed in cid (central information display) and instrument cluster. *pe | 04/30/2012 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||||
| SB-1214 | 10/12/2012 | 10049439 | Bmw: vehicles needs diagnosing for n63 misfire faults when service engine soon lamp is illuminated. lack of diagnosing engine or fuel system could cause incorrect diagnosis and repeated repair attempts. no models or model years listed. | 01/15/2013 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||||
| SIB-13-06-12 | 10/01/2012 | 10049699 | Bmw: when using one of the test plans and ista/d 2.33, will encounter, in the display, an error, when diagnosing low pressure fuel supply sensor that need not be replaced. models 370, 71, 72, f01, 02, 04, 07, 10, 12, 13. no model years l | 01/18/2013 | |
| (PWS) | |||||
| SIB-12-18-12 | 11/01/2012 | 10049679 | Bmw: if bsd communication is disrupted, oil level sensor data is no longer received by dme. bsd communication fault(s), after repairs are shortly set, requires removal of ignition harness from cylinder head cover. all models. no model | 01/18/2013 | |
| SIB-12-09-12 | 11/01/2012 | 10049299 | Bmw: without relevant faults stored in dme memory, when at low speed maneuvering and idling, or steering turned to full lock position, or driving off throttle (coasting) and braking at 10mph, vehicle would idle speed may fluctuate up and do | 01/15/2013 | |
| SB-1214 | 10/12/2012 | 10049439 | Bmw: vehicles needs diagnosing for n63 misfire faults when service engine soon lamp is illuminated. lack of diagnosing engine or fuel system could cause incorrect diagnosis and repeated repair attempts. no models or model years listed. | 01/15/2013 | |
| SIB-12-14-12 | 07/01/2012 | 10045283 | Bmw: experiencing loss of engine power, service engine soon lamp is illuminated, a noise, like rattling, coming from engine compartment. *pe | 08/27/2012 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||||
| SIB-34-01-12 | 03/01/2012 | 10043911 | Bmw: service action: replace integrated chassis control module (icm). *kb | 05/01/2012 | |
| STEERING | |||||
| SIB-32-01-12 | 01/01/2012 | 10043744 | Bmw: information regarding enhanced technical support process for root causes of steering systems weaknesses. *pe | 04/24/2012 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING | |||||
| SIB-31-01-12 | 10/01/2012 | 10049319 | Bmw: while maneuvering at low speeds, movement between surface contacts of swivel bearing and wheel bearing, can cause clicking noises. models e70, 71, f01, 02, 04, 07, 10, 12, and 13. no model years listed. *pe | 01/15/2013 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - AXLE - NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| SIB-33-03-11 | 11/01/2011 | 10042470 | Bmw: when driving off or during a load reversal, a clicking noise is heard from the rear axle. *pe | 12/07/2011 | |
| SIB-33-01-02 | 07/01/2011 | 10040853 | Bmw: a grinding noise is coming from the differential during slow cornering. when turning a slip/stick effect is created on the lining and steel discs incorporated in the differential clutch causes a grinding noise. *rm | 09/13/2011 | |
| SIB-33-01-02 | 07/01/2011 | 10040853 | Ready | 09/13/2011 | |
| TIRES - PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | |||||
| SIB-36-02-11 | 08/01/2011 | 10041408 | Bmw: changes have been made to the vehicle | 09/30/2011 | |
| SIB-36-02-11 | 08/01/2011 | 10041408 | Ready | 09/30/2011 | |
| WHEELS | |||||
| SIB-31-01-12 | 10/01/2012 | 10049319 | Bmw: while maneuvering at low speeds, movement between surface contacts of swivel bearing and wheel bearing, can cause clicking noises. models e70, 71, f01, 02, 04, 07, 10, 12, and 13. no model years listed. *pe | 01/15/2013 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 07/22/2011 | 25000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2012 bmw 650i. the contact was driving 70 mph when the steering, engine and brakes failed. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where the dealer advised that most of the electrical system had failed. the vehicle was consistently repaired for the same failure by the dealer since july 22, 2011. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 25,000. | |||
| 07/22/2011 | 25000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2012 bmw 650i. the contact was driving 70 mph when the steering, engine and brakes failed. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where the dealer advised that most of the electrical system had failed. the vehicle was consistently repaired for the same failure by the dealer since july 22, 2011. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 25,000. kmj | |||
| 07/22/2011 | 25000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2012 bmw 650i. the contact stated while driving 70 mph the electrical system to the steering, engine and brake failed. the vehicle coasted on to the shoulder and a tow truck was called. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated after inspection that most of the electrical system had failed. the vehicle continues to be repaired by the dealer since july 22nd 2011. the manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 25,000. mw | |||