Skip to main content

2018 BMW 2 Series ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Moderate

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issues.

← View all 2018 BMW 2 Series recalls

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Safety Recalls

Moderate #17V719000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The instrument cluster in your car is the screen that shows you important info like speed and warning lights. In some 2018 BMW models, the software for this screen might not work right, causing it to not light up or show important warnings.
Risk if Unfixed
If your instrument cluster doesn't work as it should, you might not see important warnings or lights during driving, which could increase the chance of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the software for your instrument cluster, making sure it works properly, at no cost to you.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2, and X3 xDrive 30i SAV vehicles. These vehicles may have an error in the software for the instrument panel, causing the display to not properly illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the display does not illuminate during start up or does not illuminate various control and warning symbols while driving, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster display software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Other BMW 2 Series 2018 Recalls

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall

Other BMW 2 Series Years

2025
1 recall
2024
3 recalls
2023
5 recalls
2022
5 recalls
2021
4 recalls
2020
3 recalls
2019
1 recall
2016
1 recall
2015
3 recalls
2014
4 recalls

Similar ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Recalls in Other Vehicles

2023 BMW iX
16 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM recalls
2022 FORD Maverick
16 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM recalls
2019 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter
16 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM recalls
2020 MERCEDES-BENZ Sprinter
16 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM recalls
2023 PORSCHE Taycan
16 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM recalls
2018 TESLA Model 3
16 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM recalls

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2018 BMW 2 Series safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL recall for the 2018 BMW 2 Series? (Campaign #17V719000)

The instrument cluster in your car is the screen that shows you important info like speed and warning lights. In some 2018 BMW models, the software for this screen might not work right, causing it to not light up or show important warnings. If your instrument cluster doesn't work as it should, you might not see important warnings or lights during driving, which could increase the chance of a crash. Your BMW dealer will update the software for your instrument cluster, making sure it works properly, at no cost to you.