B2700
Power Liftgate Motor Circuit
2012-2018 BMW 328i 2.0L Turbo I4
Low SeverityBodyGeneric (SAE)
Description
Malfunction in the power liftgate/tailgate motor or strut circuit.
Symptoms
- Power liftgate not opening
- Liftgate not closing fully
- Liftgate stops mid-travel
- Motor straining noise
- Power liftgate warning light
Common Causes
- Faulty liftgate motor or power strut
- Latch sensor misaligned
- Wiring damage in liftgate
- Obstruction in liftgate path
- Liftgate control module fault
Diagnostic Steps
- Check for obstructions in liftgate path
- Test liftgate motor/struts
- Inspect latch sensor
- Check wiring at hinge area
- Scan liftgate module for codes
Repair Notes
Replace power liftgate struts or motor. Clear obstructions. Recalibrate liftgate travel limits.
Related Codes
Other Body Codes
- B0001Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
- B0002Driver Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
- B0003Passenger Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
- B0004Passenger Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
- B0005Driver Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0006Passenger Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0007Rear Left Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0008Rear Right Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0009Rear Center Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0010Driver Side Airbag Deployment
B2700 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code B2700 mean on a 2012-2018 BMW 328i?
B2700 stands for "Power Liftgate Motor Circuit". Malfunction in the power liftgate/tailgate motor or strut circuit.
What are the symptoms of B2700 on a BMW 328i?
Common symptoms of B2700 include: Power liftgate not opening, Liftgate not closing fully, Liftgate stops mid-travel, Motor straining noise, Power liftgate warning light.
What causes B2700 on a 2012-2018 BMW 328i?
Common causes of B2700 include: Faulty liftgate motor or power strut, Latch sensor misaligned, Wiring damage in liftgate, Obstruction in liftgate path, Liftgate control module fault.