Recall on Programming for E70/E90 M57?? - Page 2 - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

DieselDiner · 10-23-2012, 03:49 PM

Hey guys, here's some good news: I spoke with my SA and he said my car does not need this update. His explanation was that my car's reprogramming for the EGR valve had occurred after BMW created this update, thus according to BMW, my installed software version includes this latest update.

It's nice to get lucky. I hope my luck on this one holds!

duramax · 10-23-2012, 08:56 PM

Took mine in for the first oil change and had the software updated as well, they said it would take 5 hours. I had it done. I am on the first tank since but I have been tracking mileage since new, so I will see if it effects it. So far I am -1mpg, but it has been windy. We'll see.

Puerto Rican 335d · 10-24-2012, 05:55 AM

Ive calculated a 2 mpg increase but will see with 2nd tank full, although I did switch to Shell DIESEL, might be the new Diesel and not the flash who knows

cheetah45 · 11-14-2012, 02:12 AM

Dealership rep called me to inform me of this service campaign. Service manager claims it is not mandatory, but I got a sense that he really would like me to bring it in. My question to those here: Is there any reason I should not have this done to my car??? Is there any reason I should have it done???
Thanks in advance.

kbsilver · 11-14-2012, 08:06 AM

If we had any idea what the update actually does, we could make more informed decisions. I'm going for it in the hope it returns the lost MPG from the last update, that BMW would never acknowledge. So if BMW is correcting in issue they would not acknowledge, it stands to reason they would not indicate the update is fixing said unacknowledged issue.

335dFan · 11-14-2012, 01:30 PM

Seems there is a variety of dealer reactions to third-party mods (e.g., Renntech) while under 4-year maintenance program. Some seem to not care unless it causes them grief; some want to be picky.

I had assumed that if they reflashed the ECU then it would always be necessary to get the Renntech mod redone, which for me too would be a hassle. [NOTE: I haven't done this upgrade yet; still in pondering mode].

So I was just worried about the dealer saying "sorry chump, you're no longer entitled to the free stuff".

Doesn't anyone know what Renntech would charge to reflash if you ship the ECU back to them?

cssnms · 11-14-2012, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by OldMan335dOwner

Seems there is a variety of dealer reactions to third-party mods (e.g., Renntech) while under 4-year maintenance program. Some seem to not care unless it causes them grief; some want to be picky.

I had assumed that if they reflashed the ECU then it would always be necessary to get the Renntech mod redone, which for me too would be a hassle. [NOTE: I haven't done this upgrade yet; still in pondering mode].

So I was just worried about the dealer saying "sorry chump, you're no longer entitled to the free stuff".

Doesn't anyone know what Renntech would charge to reflash if you ship the ECU back to them?

You are in MD so you might find this useful as it relates to making your decision reagarding which tune you want to go with esp considering it will be a hassle to have to remove your ECU and ship it each time the dealer reprograms your ECU.

Anyway, Mach V in Sterling VA is in discussions with Evolve, in which case it is quite possible that in the not to distant future they will be an Evolve dealer. Making a trip out to Sterling is a lot more convenient then the aforementioned.

335dFan · 11-14-2012, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by cssnms

You are in MD so you might find this useful as it relates to making your decision reagarding which tune you want to go with esp considering it will be a hassle to have to remove your ECU and ship it each time the dealer reprograms your ECU.

Anyway, Mach V in Sterling VA is in discussions with Evolve, in which case it is quite possible that in the not to distant future they will be an Evolve dealer. Making a trip out to Sterling is a lot more convenient then the aforementioned.

I was aware of Evolve, which I have read is a pretty big tuner in Europe, but for some reason I put it out of my options list because the Renntech and JBD sounded good, and I didn't research Evolve much. Guess maybe I will now.

poggi · 12-19-2012, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by GreekboyD

I'm going to force them to do this on the spot while I wait. None of this "we need 3-4 hours to do this" or "please take a loaner" crap from them.

This time I'm going to lose it on them.

Pack a lunch. Miine's scheduled for reflash on 12/27. Was told it could take 2-8 hours!!!!!!!!

BTW, was there to buy extended warranty and could not until reflash complete.

Timujin · 12-22-2012, 09:10 AM

Took car in yesterday for 1st oil change. S/A says there is a recall on your car for module reprogramming. I asked what it was for. He says it's like going from Vista to 7. I wanted to slap him. I say I decline no thanks. He says ok, but you won't be able to register your car with the DMV if you don't have it done, but that's not a problem now. Meanwhile a S/A across the room is on the phone with a customer telling them BMW is going to take two weeks to give us an answer. Who knows wtf that was about.

Seven hours later I call to see if the car is done. He says yes I left you a message. I look at my iPhone no messages or calls.

Anyone here have a missed call or no voicemail problem with AT&T? I don't or thought I didn't. I'll post up a scan of the documents later.

dubulup · 12-23-2012, 07:53 AM

Had this recall done...day later I had urea crystals all over the back of my car; idiots.

Just took a 900mi road trip...average 34mpg which is 2 less than advertised and around 4 less than I used to average with all interstate driving.

Dr335d · 12-23-2012, 09:52 AM

My dealer allowed me to skip the recall.... Basically they did not have the time to do it... They had promised me the car at 2 pm and they had not started the re-program.

Does anyone have the issue with the sound system. I get in the car and its tuned to an FM station that is not programmed.... I also have the display set up as split screen and it is checked for split screen but it only shows the one screen until I uncheck then recheck the split screen box. Just seems a bit buggy. Not to mention that my iPhone 5 maps and nav. is a bit more reliable than my 335d?

Built4Sin · 12-23-2012, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Timujin

Anyone here have a missed call or no voicemail problem with AT&T? I don't or thought I didn't. I'll post up a scan of the documents later.

Yep happens all the time.

10-23-2012, 03:49 PM	#23
DieselDiner Major Drives: 335d Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Home Posts: 1,494 iTrader: (2)	Hey guys, here's some good news: I spoke with my SA and he said my car does not need this update. His explanation was that my car's reprogramming for the EGR valve had occurred after BMW created this update, thus according to BMW, my installed software version includes this latest update. It's nice to get lucky. I hope my luck on this one holds! __________________

10-24-2012, 05:55 AM	#25
Puerto Rican 335d Captain Drives: Montego Blue 335d Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 946 iTrader: (0)	Ive calculated a 2 mpg increase but will see with 2nd tank full, although I did switch to Shell DIESEL, might be the new Diesel and not the flash who knows __________________ RENNtech Flash/WAGNER IC VMR710 19"/Execuhitch Hitch/Koni FSD Soft Ride Bike Rack Amsoil Cetane Boost Diesel Fuel Additive Amsoil Diesel Fuel Additive Concentrate

11-14-2012, 01:30 PM	#28
335dFan Jumping Jack Flash Drives: E90 2011 335d Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Maryland (near Annapolis) Posts: 438 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW E90 335d [5.00]	Another Recall -- Reflash & Aftermarket Mods Seems there is a variety of dealer reactions to third-party mods (e.g., Renntech) while under 4-year maintenance program. Some seem to not care unless it causes them grief; some want to be picky. I had assumed that if they reflashed the ECU then it would always be necessary to get the Renntech mod redone, which for me too would be a hassle. [NOTE: I haven't done this upgrade yet; still in pondering mode]. So I was just worried about the dealer saying "sorry chump, you're no longer entitled to the free stuff". Doesn't anyone know what Renntech would charge to reflash if you ship the ECU back to them? __________________ Quaife LSD, M3 Rear Subframe Bushings, M3 sways, M3 OEM Suspension Component Kit (except strut brace), Ground Control Caster/Camber Plates, AC Schnitzer M3 Sport Springs, JRZ RS1 dampers, JBD, Goodrich SS brake lines, APEX ARC-8 wheels with Michelin PSS tires

12-22-2012, 09:10 AM	#32
Timujin Private First Class Drives: 335d Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: California Posts: 164 iTrader: (5) Garage List 2011 BMW 335d [3.75]	Took car in yesterday for 1st oil change. S/A says there is a recall on your car for module reprogramming. I asked what it was for. He says it's like going from Vista to 7. I wanted to slap him. I say I decline no thanks. He says ok, but you won't be able to register your car with the DMV if you don't have it done, but that's not a problem now. Meanwhile a S/A across the room is on the phone with a customer telling them BMW is going to take two weeks to give us an answer. Who knows wtf that was about. Seven hours later I call to see if the car is done. He says yes I left you a message. I look at my iPhone no messages or calls. Anyone here have a missed call or no voicemail problem with AT&T? I don't or thought I didn't. I'll post up a scan of the documents later. __________________ Turn signal use saves lives http://www.wikihow.com/Use-Your-Turn-Signal

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10-23-2012, 08:56 PM	#24
duramax Enlisted Member Drives: 2011 335D Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 38 iTrader: (0)	Took mine in for the first oil change and had the software updated as well, they said it would take 5 hours. I had it done. I am on the first tank since but I have been tracking mileage since new, so I will see if it effects it. So far I am -1mpg, but it has been windy. We'll see.

11-14-2012, 02:12 AM	#26
cheetah45 New Member Drives: 2011 335D Alpine White Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Brentwood CA(NorCal) Posts: 5 iTrader: (0)	Dealership rep called me to inform me of this service campaign. Service manager claims it is not mandatory, but I got a sense that he really would like me to bring it in. My question to those here: Is there any reason I should not have this done to my car??? Is there any reason I should have it done??? Thanks in advance.

11-14-2012, 08:06 AM	#27
kbsilver Private First Class Drives: 2011 335d Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Central Jersey Posts: 101 iTrader: (0)	If we had any idea what the update actually does, we could make more informed decisions. I'm going for it in the hope it returns the lost MPG from the last update, that BMW would never acknowledge. So if BMW is correcting in issue they would not acknowledge, it stands to reason they would not indicate the update is fixing said unacknowledged issue.

12-23-2012, 07:53 AM	#33
dubulup Enlisted Member Drives: 335d Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Earth Posts: 32 iTrader: (0)	Had this recall done...day later I had urea crystals all over the back of my car; idiots. Just took a 900mi road trip...average 34mpg which is 2 less than advertised and around 4 less than I used to average with all interstate driving.

12-23-2012, 09:52 AM	#34
Dr335d New Member Drives: 335d with sport package Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: CT Posts: 7 iTrader: (0)	My dealer allowed me to skip the recall.... Basically they did not have the time to do it... They had promised me the car at 2 pm and they had not started the re-program. Does anyone have the issue with the sound system. I get in the car and its tuned to an FM station that is not programmed.... I also have the display set up as split screen and it is checked for split screen but it only shows the one screen until I uncheck then recheck the split screen box. Just seems a bit buggy. Not to mention that my iPhone 5 maps and nav. is a bit more reliable than my 335d?