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September 1, 2015 Service bulletin

A Check Control Message is displayed for the Tailgate Lock Open

BMW technical service bulletin B511815 for 2014-2016 BMW I3.

Bulletin number
B511815
Component
Structure: body: tailgate
Summary
A Check Control Message is displayed for the Tailgate Lock Open. A Check Control Message is displayed indicating that the tailgate is open, even though it is mechanically closed. CAUSE Faulty tailgate lock or incorrect adjustment.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 24 complaints in the body category.

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