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September 21, 2026 Service bulletin

While performing a 12-Volt battery jump start, disconnect, or replacement, Vehicle test, and/or...

BMW technical service bulletin B611025 for 2007-2013 BMW X5, 2010-2014 BMW Z4 and 2013-2014 BMW X1 and others.

Bulletin number
B611025
Component
Electrical system
Summary
While performing a 12-Volt battery jump start, disconnect, or replacement, Vehicle test, and/or Programmingprocedure- the BMW Footwell Module (FRM) may become unresponsive. As a result, one or more of the following vehicle electric system-related issues may occur: Headlights including the high beams, and/or taillights are not turning on or off Interior lights are not turning on Turn indicators are not working Instrument cluster indicator lights stay on The IHKA climate control system is not working Power windows are not working Folding mirrors are not working, and/or a Functional remote-control key FOB will not unlock and lock the doors

Owners of these vehicles have filed 231 complaints in the electrical category.

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