It's not 100% directed at the new generation of IPODs and iPhone, but will give them something to look at.

TSB: SI B 65 02 08

SUBJECT
iPod Classic Doesn't Get Charged through USB Connection


MODEL
E90, E91, E92, E93* (3 Series) from 03/2007

E60, E61* (5 Series) from 03/2007

E63, E64* (6 Series) from 03/2007

E70* (X5) from 4/2007

E71* (X6)

E82, E88* (1 Series)

*Only with USB Audio Interface (option 6FL)


SITUATION
The iPod Classic doesn't get charged when connected to the USB audio interface via the Y-cable. Audio output and normal operation through the vehicle's control elements (radio buttons and/or MFL buttons) is working.

CAUSE
Incompatible Y-cable for the iPod Classic

CORRECTION
Try to verify the customer complaint. If the complaint is reproducible, replace the Y-cable with an improved part.

PARTS INFORMATION
Part Number
Description
Quantity

61 12 0 440 796
Adapter cable, USB Audio/iPod
1

WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Thanks,
Rob

 

For what it's worth there's a note in the MINI PDF for the 3G iPhone that covers the charging issue:

The date seems a little suspicious to me- maybe they really were testing the 3G over a year ago, but I wonder if it was meant to be Aug 08?

 

Thanks for the info. The TSB should help the owners who have dealer near them who doesn't have a clue about the issue

Rob