The transmission mechatronics unit in your vehicle is a critical component that helps your car shift gears smoothly. In some 2022 BMW models, this unit might not have been put together correctly, which could cause a leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If the transmission leaks, you could experience a rollaway situation, where your vehicle keeps moving even when you've taken your foot off the brake pedal. This could lead to a crash or serious injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty transmission mechatronics unit with a new one, free of charge. You don't need to take any action, but if you have any concerns, you can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 330i, 530i, X3 xDrive30i, and X4 xDrive30i vehicles. The mechatronics unit inside the transmission may not have been assembled properly, which could result in an internal leak.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An internal transmission leak can result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics unit, free of charge. All of the vehicle population for this recall have been repaired. Owner notification letters were not mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The receiver audio module is the computer that controls your car's audio system, but it's also responsible for reminding you to buckle your seatbelt. In certain 2019-2022 BMW models, this module might not sound the warning to remind you to fasten your seatbelt.
Risk if Unfixed
If your car doesn't remind you to buckle up, you might not be alerted to do so in time, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the audio module's software to ensure the seatbelt reminder works properly, and it's free of charge. You should schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice in the mail.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2022 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, 2022 430i Coupe, 2021-2022 430i, M440i Convertible, and 2020-2022 228i xDrive Gran Coupe vehicles. The receiver audio module control unit software may fail to properly generate audible seat belt warnings to the driver to fasten their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An audible chime that does not properly alert the driver to fasten their seat belt increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the receiver audio module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 12, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The starter assembly in your vehicle is the part that turns on the engine when you turn the key. In some 2021-2024 models, this component can overheat and catch fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter overheats and catches fire, it could cause a serious burn injury or a fire in your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly with a new one, at no cost to you. You'll get a second letter once the repair is ready, and you can schedule the fix as soon as you receive it.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4 Series (Coupe), 2021-2024 3 Series, 2021-2023 X4, 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Fire increases the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. A letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on March 27, 2026. Owners will receive another letter once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.
