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I12 I15 G12 F30 EVAP SYSTEM PURGE (VENT) VALVE EXT LTD WTY (ELW) 15 YR/150,000 M
2025-10-01
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THIS REPAIR IS MOBILE FRIENDLY

MODEL
E-Series
I12
I15
G12
F30

Model Year
2019
2019
2017 to 2019
2016 to 2018

Model Description
i8 Coupe
i8 Roadster
740Le xDrive
330e iPerformance

Engine
XB2H
XB2H
XB1H
XB1H

Note: The Model listing above is for informational purposes only, it is not the only deciding factor.
Eligible Vehicles
To assist you in identifying those vehicles that have this component-specific extended limited warranty (ELW)
coverage, the following Vehicle Comment will show in the VIN-specific Warranty Vehicle Inquiry (WVI).
SI B01 13 25 (RC 13 90 90 03 00): For this vehicle, the EVAP systems purge (vent) valve
limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15
years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date. This
coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusion
criteria that apply to the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light
Trucks.
Note: Before performing a repair and submitting a claim, first confirm that the vehicle has the above Notice of
Extended Limited Warranty coverage in the WVI “Vehicle Comments” section.
If you have ELW eligibility and/or coverage questions, please contact the Warranty department through IDS by
selecting Coverage, Policy, Coding Questions and Mileage Corrections prior to performing any repair.

SITUATION
Component-Specific Extended Limited Warranty
For the eligible vehicles and for the issue
described below, BMW of North America, LLC
(BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for
the vehicle’s Evaporative Emission Control
(EVAP) System’s Purge Valve to:
15 years/150,000 miles as determined by
the vehicle’s original in-service date.
This component-specific extended limited
warranty (ELW) applies to defects in materials or
workmanship.
This coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusion criteria that
applies to the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks.
Note: This bulletin is notice of a limited warranty extension. This is NOT a notice of a Recall or Service
Action.

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There is no immediate repair required unless the BMW vehicle is currently experiencing this problem.
Customer Notification Letter
Even though this is NOT a Recall, BMW NA is sending VIN-specific customer notification letters.

CAUSE
Over time, the EVAP system’s vent (purge) valve may develop material and operational issues, this can cause
hard starting, and a rough running engine, especially at idle.
There could also be an audible metallic noise emanating internally from the purge valve.
Additionally, your vehicle will store the corresponding fault codes that may also be generated, and the
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will illuminate.
One or more of the following or similar fault codes may be entered in the DME fault memory:
118001 - mixture control: Mixture too lean,
118401 - mixture control: Mixture too lean, large deviation,
190F08 - fuel tank ventilation system: malfunction,
191C02 - fuel tank ventilation system, 2nd discharge point: malfunction, and/or
195014 - differential pressure sensor, tank vent valve, signal: stationary

CORRECTION
Follow the instructions in the PROCEDURE section.

PROCEDURE
If a vehicle listed above arrives at your center with the issue described in this Service Information Bulletin,
perform the corresponding diagnosis and when applicable, replace the EVAP system’s vent (purge) valve as
instructed or as determined by the diagnosis.
Any other required EVAP system-related repairs are not covered under this ELW coverage. When applicable,
invoiced these items on the repair order separately, and review for another coverage that may apply.

PARTS INFORMATION
To determine the part number that applies to the specific vehicle being repaired, enter the VIN/chassis number
into either ETK or AIR, this will consider the specific equipment and/or options that are fitted to the vehicle.
Part Number
Refer to ETK/AIR

Description
Fuel tank breather valve

Quantity
1

Only order these parts in the quantities needed to address customers’ vehicles that have confirmed failures.
Additionally, other materials and small parts that are not specified above, such as fluids, lubricants, one-time
use screws, nuts, and seals, which must be replaced or installed according to the ISTA repair instructions/ETK,
must be selected from the Electronic Parts Catalogue, or other approved BMW resources, according to the
respective vehicle type. Invoiced these items separately under the Repair Code below.

CLAIM INFORMATION
For eligible US-specification BMW vehicles that are registered and operated in the United States (including
Puerto Rico), this component-specific 15 years (180 months)/150,000-mile extended limited warranty coverage
for defects in materials and/or workmanship applies to qualifying repairs performed by authorized BMW centers.
This coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusion criteria that
applies to the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks.

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This coverage supersedes the coverage that is provided under the BMW Certified Pre-Owned Program or any
BMW Group Vehicle Service Contract that applies to the vehicle.
For the issue described in this bulletin, the replacement vent (purge) valve is then covered by the remaining
portion of the extended limited warranty coverage period.
Non-Qualifying Repairs
Repairs performed on ineligible vehicles, eligible vehicles operated and repaired outside the United States and Puerto Rico,
and/or the diagnosis and repair of other unrelated issues, or issues due to outside influence are not covered by this extended
limited warranty. This exclusion also applies to repairs, including consequential, that were performed using non-genuine BMW
parts and/or used passenger car or light truck parts.

Qualifying Repairs – Claim Submission
Repair Code:

1390900300

I12 I15 G12 F30 XB2H XB1H US tank purge valve

Obtain the flat rate unit (FRU) allowances for the following that applies.

Labor Operation
00 00 006

Description
Carrying out vehicle test (Main work)

Labor Allowance
As applicable

Carrying out vehicle test (Plus work)

As applicable

Supporting voltage of the vehicle electrical system /
recharging vehicle battery

As applicable

Carrying out vehicle diagnosis, ABL (Work time)

Work time (WT)

Diagnosis Worktime Flat Rate (See below)

2 FRU

Leak detection on fuel tank and tank ventilation
system (Associated work) (Work time) (See below)

Up to 5 FRU

Replacing tank venting valve

As applicable

Or:
00 00 556
And:
61 21 528
And, as needed:
61 00 006*
Or
00 58 500*
And, if needed:
16 00 510**
And:
13 90 500

If you are using a Main labor code for another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 00 00 556 instead of 00 00 006, or
exclude (including 61 21 528) when the Vehicle Test is included in another repair.
Work time labor operation codes 61 00 006, 00 58 500, and 16 00 510 are not considered Main labor operations.
(*) Based on which one applies to your center, please refer to SI B01 01 20 or B01 07 20 for the applicable procedure for
documenting, claiming, and explaining, on the RO and in the claim comments, your diagnosis work time (WT), job/repair work
time (WT), and the vehicle repairs your center performed, unless otherwise required by State law.
(**) Time support documentation for the time (FRU) claimed is required.

BMW Group’s AIR Application Resource for Flat Rate Labor Operation Codes
To obtain the corresponding flat rate unit (FRU) allowance information from the BMW Group AIR application
resource, start by entering the the Chassis Number (last seven (7) characters of the VIN), and click on the
“Search” icon. If two or more model vehicle choices show, select the applicable Model, or enter the full VIN (17
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the field to the right, click on the “Search” icon to display the corresponding listing of “Flat rate unit group
details” that are available.
Previous Customer-Pay Repairs – Extended Limited Warranty Reimbursement
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) will provide reimbursement for qualifying customer-pay repairs that were performed on
an eligible vehicle prior to the release of this component-specific extended limited warranty.
Customer-pay repairs are subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusion criteria that applies to the
BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks.
Repairs that Do Not Qualify for Reimbursement
Repairs performed on ineligible vehicles, eligible vehicles operated and repaired outside the United States and Puerto Rico,
and/or the diagnosis and repair of other unrelated issues, or issues due to outside influence are not covered by this extended
limited warranty. This exclusion also applies to repairs, including consequential, that were performed using non-genuine BMW
parts and/or used passenger car or light truck parts.
Requesting Reimbursement for a Previous Repair that Qualifies
For a customer to request reimbursement for a qualifying customer-pay repair performed either by an authorized BMW center or
independent repair shop located in the United States (including Puerto Rico), please have him/her submit his/her reimbursement
request online at www.BMW-RP.com following reference:
BMW Purge Valve (ELW) 15YR.150MI
Reimbursement Request Procedure
The online process is initiated by attaching/sending PDF files of the supporting documentation for the prior repair.

The letter also includes alternative methods to request reimbursement, either through the mail or by fax as
described below:
BMW Customer Reimbursement Center
Attention: BMW Purge Valve (ELW) 15YR.150MI
P.O. Box 54067
Hurst, Texas 76054
Fax number: 877-434-2992
Please allow 4-6 weeks for processing your request.
Should you have any questions concerning this reimbursement process, please call 1-844-857-0341.

FEEDBACK REGARDING THIS BULLETIN
Technical Feedback
Warranty Feedback
Parts Feedback

To submit feedback for the technical topics of this bulletin: Submit your
feedback in the rating box at the top of this bulletin
To submit feedback for the CLAIMS section of this bulletin: Submit an IDS
ticket to the Warranty Department, or use the chat available in the Warranty
Documentation Portal
To submit feedback for the PARTS section of this bulletin: Submit an IDS
ticket to the Parts Department

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Supporting Materials
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September 2025

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Effective with the date above, this Important Vehicle Limited Warranty Information applies to the BMW
model with the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) WBAJA9C54J1234567.
Dear BMW Owner/Lessee:
For the above-referenced vehicle, BMW of North America, LLC (“BMW NA”) is extending the limited warranty
for your vehicle's:
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Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) System’s Purge (Vent) Valve to

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15 years/150,000 miles, as determined from your vehicle’s original first in-service / delivery date.

Over time, the EVAP system’s purge (vent) valve may develop material and operational issues, this can
cause hard starting, and the engine to run rough, especially while idling. Additionally, the Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (MIL) may also illuminate.
This component-specific extended limited warranty (ELW) applies to defects in materials and/or
workmanship. This coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements and limitations that apply
to the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks.
This is a notice of a “component-specific" limited warranty extension. This is not a notice of a Recall
or Service Action.
If your vehicle is experiencing a situation like the one described above, please contact your authorized BMW
center to schedule an appointment to have the issue with your vehicle diagnosed.
After the BMW center confirms that the scope of your vehicle’s issue, and that this extended limited warranty
coverage corresponds and applies to the required vehicle repair, and your vehicle qualifies, the authorized
BMW center will perform the applicable covered purge valve replacement repair work free of charge.
Repairs performed on ineligible vehicles, eligible vehicles operated and repaired outside the United States
and Puerto Rico, or the diagnosis and repair of issues that are outside the intended scope of this extended
coverage including other EVAP system-related component repairs, other unrelated issues, and/or that are
due to outside influences are not covered by this limited warranty extension. This exclusion also applies to
repairs that were performed using (including those repairs that result from using) non-genuine BMW parts
and/or used BMW passenger car or light truck parts.
Company
BMW of North America, LLC
BMW Group Company
Mailing Address
PO Box 1227
Westwood, NJ
07675-1227

BMW NA will also reimburse certain costs for qualifying customer-pay repairs that were performed prior to
the release of this component-specific extended limited warranty coverage as described in this letter.
We are determined to exceed your expectations, and we hope that this focused extended limited warranty
coverage will further enhance your ownership experience.
Sincerely,
BMW of North America, LLC

Website
www.bmwusa.com

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September 2025

BMW Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) System Purge Valve: Extended Limited Extension (ELW)
Previous Customer-Pay Repair – Required Documentation Checklist
VIN: WBAJA9C54J1234567
Reimbursement for a qualifying customer pay repair is available to the BMW Owner/Lessee who incurred the expense.
The questions below will assist you in reviewing your repair order/invoice documentation. When all your responses below
are “Yes,” and after completing the Checklist, proceed to page three (3) for further instructions.
Prior Repair Review Questions

Answer - One per Row

Was the vehicle’s Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) System's Purge Valve replaced?

Yes, next

No

Did you pay for this repair?

Yes, next

No

As determined by your vehicle’s original first in-service / delivery date (age) when the repair
was performed, was the vehicle still within 15 years (180 Mths)/150,000 miles?

Within 15/150,
Yes, next

No

Did the repair facility's diagnosis confirm the purge valve failed? (It did not fail due to
another, or outside issue with your vehicle),

Yes, proceed to the
checklist

No

When a Prior Repair Review Question’s result is a “No” response, no further action is required.
Required Repair Order (RO) or Invoice Documentation - Checklist
For a previous repair reimbursement request, please include a copy of your completed page 2 document (one per
repair/request) together with legible copies (either a scan, photo, PDF, and/or screenshots) of the following documentation
with your name, address, and your preferred contact telephone number(s) and email address(es).
This documentation must include the following information:
Customer name and address
Vehicle Identification Number (“VIN”)
The date of repair
The mileage when the repair was performed
Itemized list of labor charges for all repairs* including diagnosis
Itemized list of parts (Part numbers), including any miscellaneous items, billed for all repairs*
(*) For repair orders containing multiple repair line items, reimbursement consideration will only be given to those line-item
expenses that are directly related to the specific repair that is now covered by this component issue and repair-specific
extended limited warranty.
Required Proof of Payment Documentation
Please provide a copy of at least one of the following items as valid proof of payment:
Repair order (RO)/invoice stamped and dated as “PAID”
Cancelled check
Signed credit/debit card receipt
Credit/debit card statement
BMW of North America, LLC (“BMW NA”) reserves the right to review and adjust/reduce the amount that will be
reimbursed based on what is normally recognized as customary, fair, and reasonable, to diagnose, perform a repair,
or replace a component (including the applicable and scope of replacement parts, and related materials) to address an
operational issue with the vehicle.
Except for reasonable account number protection measures, illegible, altered/modified, incomplete, non-authentic
and/or fabricated repair order/invoice documentation will not be accepted.
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September 2025

BMW Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) System Purge Valve ELW
Previous Customer-Pay Repair - Reimbursement Request
VIN: WBAJA9C54J1234567
Eligible and Qualifying Previous Customer Pay Repairs
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) will reimbursement certain costs for qualifying customer-pay repairs that were
performed on eligible vehicles prior to the release of this component-specific extended limited warranty.
A qualifying customer pay repair must primarily be for a repair to address a covered issue with the the vehicle's
EVAP purge valve. Also, the repair facility‘s procedures to address the situation described must have been performed
correctly, adequately, and completely, as required by the applicable BMW Group approved repair standards and
instructions.
Customer-pay repairs are subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusion criteria that applies to
the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks (Including that the vehicle's true mileage can
be determined).
Repairs that Do Not Qualify for Reimbursement
Repairs performed on ineligible vehicles, eligible vehicles operated and repaired outside the United States and Puerto Rico,
or the diagnosis and repair of issues that are outside the intended scope of this extended coverage including other EVAP
system component repairs, other unrelated issues, and/or that are due to outside influences are not covered by this limited
warranty extension. This exclusion also applies to repairs that were performed using (including those repairs that result from
using) non-genuine BMW parts and/or used BMW passenger car or light truck parts.
Requesting Reimbursement
To request reimbursement for a qualifying customer pay repair performed either by an authorized BMW center or
independent repair shop located in the United States (including Puerto Rico), please submit your reimbursement request online at www.BMW-RP.com under the following reference:
•

BMW Purge Valve (ELW) 15YR. 150MI

Reimbursement Request Procedure
The on-line process is initiated by attaching/sending PDF files of the supporting documentation for the prior repair (A copy of
a completed page two (2) checklist, together with the other required documentation).
The alternative method to request reimbursement, either by mail, or by fax, is provided below:
BMW Customer Reimbursement Center
Attention: BMW Purge Valve (ELW) 15YR. 150MI
P.O. Box 54067
Hurst, TX 76054
Fax number: 877-434-2992
Please allow 4-6 weeks for processing your request.
Should you have any questions concerning this reimbursement process, please call 1-844-857-0341.

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