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.
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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.
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