BMW 1 Series Dashboard Instrument Cluster Problems & Repairs
The BMW 1 Series came fitted with a BORG manufactured dashboard instrument cluster (speedometer) unit. These units have been known to fail under varying conditions and the faults can also vary quite a lot. The instrument cluster faults are not specific to certain models, all BMW 1 Series E81/E82/E87/E88 can be affected, including:
BMW 116i / 118i / 120i / 130i / 116D / 118D / 120D / 123D
If you have a faulty instrument cluster unit, you may have been advised to have the part replaced. A new replacement part will come with a 12-month warranty and can be very expensive and will require coding / programming to your vehicle. The other common alternative people go for is the purchase of a second-hand used part which will come with a limited warranty, typically 30-90 days and will also require coding / programming to your vehicle. A used instrument cluster must also be calibrated to read the correct mileage which is an additional cost.
Common Instrument Cluster / Dashboard Problems
- Backlight Illumination Failure
- Backlight Flickers
- No Sound
- Gauges Flicker & Reset to 0
- Indicators & High Beam Warning LED’s Not Working
- LCD Pixelated or Faded
- Speed Stays at 0mph.
- Only One Side of the LCD Works
- Complete Power Failure
Our Instrument Cluster Rebuild Service
We are able to fully test & repair the BMW 1 Series instrument cluster unit. We use new genuine OEM components when rebuilding dashboard speedometers to ensure that each and every rebuilt cluster unit meets & exceeds OE specifications. All of our repaired instrument cluster units will come with our Lifetime warranty and will not require coding when refitting back to the vehicle. Also, the unit will not lose any memory of mileage so will not require mileage correction either.
We also offer a professional fitting service if required.
Below is a list of common failing part numbers we have recently repaired. Note this is not a complete list, if you do not see your part number listed or have any queries please send an email or call on 0203 815 9441.
| Common Part Numbers | Common Part Numbers | Common Part Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| 62109283794 | 62109187039 | 6953388 |
| 62116951601 | 62116961474 | |
| 62109141469 | 62109220942 | |
| 62109114090 | 62116960488 | |
| 62109122588 | 62116964500 | |
| 62109166814 | 62106983528 | |
| 62110390925 | 6983528 | |
| 62109110192 | 62109187323 | |
| 62116974646 | 9187323 | |
| 62109242325 | 62116953388 |
Ajaz is a seasoned automotive electronics engineer with deep expertise in remanufacturing vehicle electronics. He has developed skills in all areas of the automotive field, from rebuilding hydraulic steering components, and mechanical gearboxes and reworking intricate vehicle electronics. Ajaz also acquired Bodyteq, a London-based vehicle bodyshop where he has developed extensive knowledge in automotive refinishing.
Alongside his automotive career, Ajaz has built a career in the IT industry, gaining accredited certification as an AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Cloud Architect, and Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) specialist.
Hello i have a e87 bmw and the speedo on there keeps on flicking, probably every 3/4 seconds works again then does the same thing 10 seconds, not to sure what the problem may be, it thats a common fault with them or not. Is there a chance you coild fix it? Regards dan
Hi Daniel,
Thanks for the enquiry, and many apologies for the delay in getting back to you.
I’ve just sent over an email now with pricing and further information regarding our repair options for your BMW Instrument Cluster.
Kind Regards
Jason
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Hi
The clocks on my 1 series Will suddenly go off or the speed got to 160mph and all lights flash also the indicators dont work
Thanks
Hi Gaz
Thanks for the enquiry,
We’ve sent you an email with full information and pricing.
Kind Regards
Jason
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My 116i dash keeps flickering whilst driving, It is very intermittent
Hi Gareth
Thanks for the enquiry,
We do offer a test and repair service for this part – I have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
Kind Regards
Jason
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Hi
my 116i has an issue whereby the full cluster completely knockout. You start and drive its fine but before the end of the road it all cuts out. car drives completly fine.
any ideas?
Thanks
Hi Amz
Thanks for the enquiry,
I have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
Kind Regards
Jason
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Hi, my friend has asked me to look at his BMW 1 series 2012, the rev counter sticks and sometimes doesn’t work at all. He has been quoted somewhere in the region of £1000 To supply and fit a new binnacle,(BMW main dealer) can this be repaired Cheaper as its not worth doing for that amount of money?
Hi Dave
Thanks for the enquiry,
Sticking rev counters are a common problem that we’ve seen across a range of BMW’s. We can test for this fault and if repairable, the costs are just a fraction of what a new unit would be. I have sent you an email with full information and pricing. If you have any questions, please reply to the email and we’ll be happy to assist you.
Kind Regards
Jason
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E82 118D, Instrument cluster intermittently (Although now most of the time) throws up all warning lights and the gauges flicker around. Battery and alternator have been checked, no moisture around fuse / relay boxes. Is this something you have seen before, will it require a new instrument cluster? can you provide a price? Thanks.
Hi Jamie
Thanks for the enquiry,
We have seen similar faults not just in BMW clusters but on other makes and models as well. We can certainly test for these faults and have a great success rate in repairing the units. I have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
Kind Regards
Jason
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Hi There,
I have a 1 series 120d 2013 and the dials fuel Gauge and small lights on the dash (other than parking lights) aren’t working once the car is turned on, ths lights light up when i turn the ignition on but then go off and don’t register anything.
any help would be much appriciated,
sam
Hi Sam
Thanks for the enquiry,
We have sent you an email with full information and pricing to test and remanufacture the instrument cluster unit.
Kind Regards
Jason
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Hi I have a 123d bmw and iv been having problems e.g gauges are bouncing from the speed I’m doing to 0 and then it will will all together not work but the car continues to drive fine? What would I need? I’d appreciate some info. Thanks
Hi Samantha
Thanks for the enquiry,
The problem you have described may be something small like a wheel speed sensor not picking up the signal correctly but I have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
Kind Regards
Jason
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Hi my cluster Completely cuts off along with the heating And radio it comes back on every now and then
Hello Jay
Thanks for getting in touch,
We have sent you an email with more details.
Kind Regards
Sophie
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Hello , i have a BMW 1 series and the instrument cluster Flicks as soon as you start the car althou some its intermitent. I managed to replace it with a used one but the situation is still the same..
Please advice.
Best Regards
Hello Akeem
Thanks for getting in touch,
We have sent you an email with full details and pricing.
Kind Regards
Sophie
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