BMW 1-Series E81 / E82 / E87 / E88 Instrument Cluster Repairs

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.

Ajaz

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.