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Technical Service Bulletins of the 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo

There have been 17 technical service bulletins issued for the 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo.

1 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo front suspension wheel bearing TSB (Bulletin 31 01 12)

Bulletin Date:	Jun. 1, 2015
Component:	Front suspension wheel bearing.
Bulletin Summary:	Clicking noises are coming from the front axle when driving on low speed.
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2012 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 6 Series, 2016 BMW X5.

2 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo fuel gauge system TSB (Bulletin SIB-12-21-14)

Bulletin Date:	Apr. 1, 2015
Component:	Fuel gauge system.
Bulletin Summary:	BMW: fuel gauge fails to show correct level of fuel when filling fuel tank but would update itself after driving awhile and illumination of engine malfunction lamp (mil) comes on, due to software error in instrument cluster. Model 2011-15
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2012 BMW 3-series, 2013 BMW 3-series, 2012 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2011 BMW 6 Series, 2012 BMW 6 Series, 2014 BMW X3, 2015 BMW X3, 2014 BMW X5, 2015 BMW X5, 2014 BMW X6.

3 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo software TSB (Bulletin SIB-12-21-14)

Bulletin Date:	Apr. 1, 2015
Component:	Software.
Bulletin Summary:	BMW: fuel gauge fails to show correct level of fuel when filling fuel tank but would update itself after driving awhile and illumination of engine malfunction lamp (mil) comes on, due to software error in instrument cluster. Model 2011-15
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2012 BMW 3-series, 2013 BMW 3-series, 2012 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2011 BMW 6 Series, 2012 BMW 6 Series, 2014 BMW X3, 2015 BMW X3, 2014 BMW X5, 2015 BMW X5, 2014 BMW X6.

4 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo (pws) TSB (Bulletin SIB-12-21-14)

Bulletin Date:	Apr. 1, 2015
Component:	(pws).
Bulletin Summary:	BMW: fuel gauge fails to show correct level of fuel when filling fuel tank but would update itself after driving awhile and illumination of engine malfunction lamp (mil) comes on, due to software error in instrument cluster. Model 2011-15
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2012 BMW 3-series, 2013 BMW 3-series, 2012 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2011 BMW 6 Series, 2012 BMW 6 Series, 2014 BMW X3, 2015 BMW X3, 2014 BMW X5, 2015 BMW X5, 2014 BMW X6.

5 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo (pws) TSB (Bulletin SIB-11-16-14)

Bulletin Date:	Feb. 1, 2015
Component:	(pws).
Bulletin Summary:	BMW: on certain vehicles, engine timing chain should be checked for early stages of wear, and a repair solution should be provided.
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2009 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2010 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2011 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2011 BMW 6 Series, 2012 BMW 6 Series, 2008 BMW 7 Series, 2008 BMW 7-series, 2009 BMW 7-series, 2010 BMW 7-series, 2011 BMW 7-series, 2012 BMW 7-series, 2010 BMW X5, 2011 BMW X5, 2012 BMW X5, 2013 BMW X5, 2008 BMW X6, 2009 BMW X6, 2010 BMW X6, 2011 BMW X6, 2012 BMW X6, 2013 BMW X6.

6 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo (pws) TSB (Bulletin SIB-16-15-14)

Bulletin Date:	Dec. 1, 2014
Component:	(pws).
Bulletin Summary:	BMW: malfunction warning light for engine is illuminated due to purge air system micro leakage and ventilation of fuel tank from contamination.
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2010 BMW 3 Series, 2012 BMW 3-series, 2013 BMW 3-series, 2010 BMW 5-series, 2011 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series, 2010 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2011 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2010 BMW 6 Series, 2011 BMW 6 Series, 2012 BMW 6 Series, 2010 BMW 7-series, 2011 BMW 7-series, 2012 BMW 7-series, 2010 BMW M3, 2010 BMW X3, 2011 BMW X3, 2012 BMW X3, 2013 BMW X3, 2014 BMW X3, 2010 BMW X3 Sav, 2010 BMW X5, 2011 BMW X5, 2012 BMW X5, 2013 BMW X5, 2014 BMW X5, 2010 BMW X6, 2011 BMW X6, 2012 BMW X6, 2013 BMW X6.

7 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo headlights high/low beam dimmer switch TSB (Bulletin SIB-63-11-14)

Bulletin Date:	Oct. 1, 2014
Component:	Headlights high/low beam dimmer switch.
Bulletin Summary:	BMW: on some vehicles, when starting, low beam, with 0552 option, would briefly flashes, due to a faulty led main light module that needs replacing. Model 2008-14 f01, f02, f06, f07, f10, f12, f13, f25.
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2008 BMW 3 Series, 2009 BMW 3 Series, 2010 BMW 3 Series, 2012 BMW 3-series, 2013 BMW 3-series, 2012 BMW 320I, 2013 BMW 320I, 2014 BMW 320I, 2014 BMW 320XI, 2008 BMW 323I, 2012 BMW 325I, 2011 BMW 328, 2014 BMW 328D, 2008 BMW 328I, 2009 BMW 328I, 2010 BMW 328I, 2011 BMW 328I, 2012 BMW 328I, 2013 BMW 328I, 2014 BMW 328I, 2008 BMW 328XI, 2010 BMW 328XI, 2011 BMW 328XI, 2013 BMW 328XI, 2014 BMW 328XI, 2008 BMW 328XIT, 2009 BMW 335, 2010 BMW 335, 2011 BMW 335, 2008 BMW 335I, 2009 BMW 335I, 2010 BMW 335I, 2011 BMW 335I, 2012 BMW 335I, 2013 BMW 335I, 2014 BMW 335I, 2011 BMW 335i Us, 2013 BMW 335IS, 2008 BMW 335XI, 2009 BMW 335XI, 2010 BMW 335XI, 2011 BMW 335XI, 2013 BMW 335XI, 2014 BMW 335XI, 2008 BMW 5 Series, 2009 BMW 5 Series, 2008 BMW 5-series, 2009 BMW 5-series, 2010 BMW 5-series, 2011 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series, 2008 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2009 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2010 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2011 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2011 BMW 525XI, 2008 BMW 528I, 2009 BMW 528I, 2010 BMW 528I, 2011 BMW 528I, 2012 BMW 528I, 2013 BMW 528I, 2014 BMW 528I, 2008 BMW 528XI, 2009 BMW 528XI, 2010 BMW 528XI, 2013 BMW 528XI, 2008 BMW 535I, 2009 BMW 535I, 2010 BMW 535I, 2011 BMW 535I, 2012 BMW 535I, 2013 BMW 535I, 2014 BMW 535I, 2010 BMW 535i Gran Turismo, 2011 BMW 535i Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 535i Gran Turismo, 2011 BMW 535i Us, 2008 BMW 535XI, 2010 BMW 535XI, 2011 BMW 535XI, 2012 BMW 535XI, 2013 BMW 535XI, 2008 BMW 550I, 2009 BMW 550I, 2010 BMW 550I, 2011 BMW 550I, 2012 BMW 550I, 2013 BMW 550I, 2010 BMW 550i Gran Turismo, 2013 BMW 550XI, 2008 BMW 6 Series, 2009 BMW 6 Series, 2010 BMW 6 Series, 2011 BMW 6 Series, 2012 BMW 6 Series, 2012 BMW 640I, 2014 BMW 640I, 2009 BMW 650I, 2010 BMW 650I, 2012 BMW 650I, 2013 BMW 650I, 2014 BMW 650I, 2008 BMW 7 Series, 2008 BMW 7-series, 2009 BMW 7-series, 2010 BMW 7-series, 2011 BMW 7-series, 2012 BMW 7-series, 2012 BMW 740I, 2013 BMW 740I, 2014 BMW 740I, 2011 BMW 740i Us, 2013 BMW 740LI, 2014 BMW 740LI, 2008 BMW 750I, 2010 BMW 750I, 2013 BMW 750I, 2014 BMW 750I, 2011 BMW 750i Us, 2012 BMW 750IX, 2008 BMW 750LI, 2009 BMW 750LI, 2010 BMW 750LI, 2011 BMW 750LI, 2012 BMW 750LI, 2014 BMW 750LI, 2008 BMW 760LI, 2013 BMW 760LI, 2008 BMW X3, 2009 BMW X3, 2010 BMW X3, 2011 BMW X3, 2012 BMW X3, 2013 BMW X3, 2014 BMW X3.

8 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo engine TSB (Bulletin SB-11-04-13)

Bulletin Date:	Sep. 1, 2013
Component:	Engine.
Bulletin Summary:	BMW: malfunction indicator light (mil) illuminated indicating low engine oil. Dealers are to use the troubleshooting procedure to determine the problem and do the proper recommended repairs.
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	BMW 5 Series, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 6 Series, BMW 6 Series, BMW 7 Series, 2013 BMW 740LI, 2013 BMW 750I, 2013 BMW 760LI.

9 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo (pws) TSB (Bulletin SIB-12-17-12)

Bulletin Date:	Jun. 1, 2013
Component:	(pws).
Bulletin Summary:	BMW: when transmission is in high gear, due to delay in downshifting, the engine has a delay response after decelerating at low speeds and then reaccelerating. Models f25 (x3), f10 (5 series), f07 (5 gt), e70 (x5), e71 (x6). No model yea
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2012 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2013 BMW X3, 2013 BMW X5 Sav, 2011 BMW X6 Sav.

10 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo automatic transmission TSB (Bulletin SIB-12-01-13)

Bulletin Date:	Apr. 1, 2013
Component:	Automatic transmission.
Bulletin Summary:	BMW: due to unfavorable dme/egs software, the transmission can sporadically go into park or neutral. This occurs after an msa engine start. Also included model m6 model year 2012.
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	BMW 3 Series, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 6 Series, BMW 7 Series, BMW M5, 2012 BMW X3.

11 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo battery TSB (Bulletin SIB-61-13-05)

Bulletin Date:	Mar. 1, 2013
Component:	Battery.
Bulletin Summary:	BMW: battery has an increased demand due to developemental process of the electrical system. This is causing the batter to need to undergo an energy diagnosis.
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2004 BMW 1 Series, 2005 BMW 1 Series, 2006 BMW 1 Series, 2007 BMW 1 Series, 2008 BMW 1 Series, 2009 BMW 1 Series, 2010 BMW 1 Series, 2011 BMW 1 Series, 2004 BMW 3 Series, 2005 BMW 3 Series, 2006 BMW 3 Series, 2007 BMW 3 Series, 2008 BMW 3 Series, 2009 BMW 3 Series, 2010 BMW 3 Series, 2012 BMW 3-series, 2013 BMW 3-series, 2004 BMW 5 Series, 2005 BMW 5 Series, 2006 BMW 5 Series, 2007 BMW 5 Series, 2008 BMW 5 Series, 2009 BMW 5 Series, 2008 BMW 5-series, 2009 BMW 5-series, 2010 BMW 5-series, 2011 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series, 2008 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2009 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2010 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2011 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2004 BMW 6 Series, 2005 BMW 6 Series, 2006 BMW 6 Series, 2007 BMW 6 Series, 2008 BMW 6 Series, 2009 BMW 6 Series, 2010 BMW 6 Series, 2011 BMW 6 Series, 2012 BMW 6 Series, 2007 BMW 6-series, 2004 BMW 7 Series, 2005 BMW 7 Series, 2006 BMW 7 Series, 2007 BMW 7 Series, 2008 BMW 7 Series, 2008 BMW 7-series, 2009 BMW 7-series, 2010 BMW 7-series, 2011 BMW 7-series, 2012 BMW 7-series, 2006 BMW M Roadster, 2007 BMW M Roadster, 2008 BMW M Roadster, 2004 BMW M3, 2005 BMW M3, 2006 BMW M3, 2008 BMW M3, 2009 BMW M3, 2010 BMW M3, 2011 BMW M3, 2005 BMW M5, 2006 BMW M5, 2007 BMW M5, 2008 BMW M5, 2009 BMW M5, 2010 BMW M5, 2013 BMW M5, 2007 BMW M6, 2008 BMW M6, 2009 BMW M6, 2010 BMW M6, 2013 BMW M6, 2013 BMW X1, 2004 BMW X3, 2005 BMW X3, 2006 BMW X3, 2007 BMW X3, 2008 BMW X3, 2009 BMW X3, 2010 BMW X3, 2011 BMW X3, 2012 BMW X3, 2013 BMW X3, 2004 BMW X5, 2005 BMW X5, 2006 BMW X5, 2007 BMW X5, 2008 BMW X5, 2009 BMW X5, 2010 BMW X5, 2011 BMW X5, 2012 BMW X5, 2013 BMW X5, 2004 BMW X6, 2005 BMW X6, 2006 BMW X6, 2007 BMW X6, 2008 BMW X6, 2009 BMW X6, 2010 BMW X6, 2011 BMW X6, 2012 BMW X6, 2013 BMW X6, 2004 BMW Z3, 2004 BMW Z4, 2005 BMW Z4, 2006 BMW Z4, 2007 BMW Z4, 2008 BMW Z4, 2009 BMW Z4, 2010 BMW Z4, 2011 BMW Z4, 2012 BMW Z4.

12 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo air bags frontal sensor/control module TSB (Bulletin SIB-65-11-13)

Bulletin Date:	Mar. 1, 2013
Component:	Air bags frontal sensor/control module.
Bulletin Summary:	BMW: seat mat replacement. The wrong coding is in the spare part. There is an update for the cis mat replacement. Models f01, f02, f04, f07, f10, f12, f13. Model years not given.
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	BMW 5 Series, 2008 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2009 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2010 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2011 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, BMW 6 Series, BMW 7 Series.

13 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo electrical system TSB (Bulletin SB-65-01-13)

Bulletin Date:	Jan. 1, 2013
Component:	Electrical system.
Bulletin Summary:	Airbag warning lamp illuminated; shorted wire in front seat harness. BMW models f07, and f10. Model years 2009-2013.
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2009 BMW 5-series, 2010 BMW 5-series, 2011 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series, 2009 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2010 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2011 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2010 BMW 550i Gran Turismo.

14 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo digital instrument panel TSB (Bulletin SB-65-01-13)

Bulletin Date:	Jan. 1, 2013
Component:	Digital instrument panel.
Bulletin Summary:	Airbag warning lamp illuminated; shorted wire in front seat harness. BMW models f07, and f10. Model years 2009-2013.
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2009 BMW 5-series, 2010 BMW 5-series, 2011 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series, 2009 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2010 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2011 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2010 BMW 550i Gran Turismo.

15 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo electrical system TSB (Bulletin SIB-12-18-12)

Bulletin Date:	Nov. 1, 2012
Component:	Electrical system.
Bulletin Summary:	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
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2012 BMW 128I, 2012 BMW 135I, 2012 BMW 3-series, 2012 BMW 325I, 2012 BMW 328I, 2012 BMW 335I, 2012 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 528I, 2012 BMW 535I, 2012 BMW 535XI, 2012 BMW 550I, 2012 BMW 6 Series, 2012 BMW 7-series, 2012 BMW 740I, 2012 BMW 750LI, 2012 BMW C600 Sport Maxi-scooter, 2012 BMW K 1600 Gtl, 2012 BMW K1300 S, 2012 BMW R1200 Gs, 2012 BMW R1200 Rt, 2012 BMW S 1000 Rr, 2012 BMW X3, 2012 BMW X5, 2012 BMW X5 Sav, 2012 BMW X6, 2012 BMW Z4.

16 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo (pws) TSB (Bulletin SIB-12-18-12)

Bulletin Date:	Nov. 1, 2012
Component:	(pws).
Bulletin Summary:	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
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2012 BMW 128I, 2012 BMW 135I, 2012 BMW 3-series, 2012 BMW 325I, 2012 BMW 328I, 2012 BMW 335I, 2012 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 528I, 2012 BMW 535I, 2012 BMW 535XI, 2012 BMW 550I, 2012 BMW 6 Series, 2012 BMW 7-series, 2012 BMW 740I, 2012 BMW 750LI, 2012 BMW C600 Sport Maxi-scooter, 2012 BMW K 1600 Gtl, 2012 BMW K1300 S, 2012 BMW R1200 Gs, 2012 BMW R1200 Rt, 2012 BMW S 1000 Rr, 2012 BMW X3, 2012 BMW X5, 2012 BMW X5 Sav, 2012 BMW X6, 2012 BMW Z4.

17 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo gasoline fuel system TSB (Bulletin SB-1214)

Bulletin Date:	Oct. 12, 2012
Component:	Gasoline fuel system.
Bulletin Summary:	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.
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2012 BMW 128I, 2012 BMW 135I, 2012 BMW 3-series, 2012 BMW 325I, 2012 BMW 328I, 2012 BMW 335I, 2012 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 528I, 2012 BMW 535I, 2012 BMW 535XI, 2012 BMW 550I, 2012 BMW 6 Series, 2012 BMW 7-series, 2012 BMW 740I, 2012 BMW 750LI, 2012 BMW C600 Sport Maxi-scooter, 2012 BMW K 1600 Gtl, 2012 BMW K1300 S, 2012 BMW R1200 Gs, 2012 BMW R1200 Rt, 2012 BMW S 1000 Rr, 2012 BMW X3, 2012 BMW X5, 2012 BMW X5 Sav, 2012 BMW X6, 2012 BMW Z4.

18 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo (pws) TSB (Bulletin SB-1214)

Bulletin Date:	Oct. 12, 2012
Component:	(pws).
Bulletin Summary:	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.
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2012 BMW 128I, 2012 BMW 135I, 2012 BMW 3-series, 2012 BMW 325I, 2012 BMW 328I, 2012 BMW 335I, 2012 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 528I, 2012 BMW 535I, 2012 BMW 535XI, 2012 BMW 550I, 2012 BMW 6 Series, 2012 BMW 7-series, 2012 BMW 740I, 2012 BMW 750LI, 2012 BMW C600 Sport Maxi-scooter, 2012 BMW K 1600 Gtl, 2012 BMW K1300 S, 2012 BMW R1200 Gs, 2012 BMW R1200 Rt, 2012 BMW S 1000 Rr, 2012 BMW X3, 2012 BMW X5, 2012 BMW X5 Sav, 2012 BMW X6, 2012 BMW Z4.

19 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo front suspension wheel bearing TSB (Bulletin SIB-31-01-12)

Bulletin Date:	Oct. 1, 2012
Component:	Front suspension wheel bearing.
Bulletin Summary:	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.
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2012 BMW 3-series, 2012 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 7-series, 2012 BMW X6.

20 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo wheels TSB (Bulletin SIB-31-01-12)

Bulletin Date:	Oct. 1, 2012
Component:	Wheels.
Bulletin Summary:	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.
Vehicles covered in this TSB:	2012 BMW 3-series, 2012 BMW 5-series, 2012 BMW 5-series Gran Turismo, 2012 BMW 7-series, 2012 BMW X6.

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