Component
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your car's power windows and sunroof are controlled by a computer system that receives instructions from the digital key. In some 2022-2023 BMW models, this system can malfunction and keep closing the windows or sunroof even when the key is removed.
Risk if Unfixed
If you accidentally close the windows or sunroof without the key, it could trap you inside and increase the risk of injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the computer system's software to fix the issue, and this service is completely free. You'll also need to temporarily disable the digital key function until the update is done.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North Americal, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 8 Series Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Convertible (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Gran Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, Alpine B8 xDrive), 2 Series Coupe (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i xDrive, M2), and 2022-2023 Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i vehicles. When the digital key is removed from the vehicle, the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software may still allow the power windows and sunroof to be closed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-operated Window Systems."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Unintentionally closing the windows or sunroof without the key present can increase the risk of injury to occupants inside the vehicle.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the software for the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), free of charge. In addition, the digital key function via cellular service and Wi-Fi capability will be deactivated until the vehicle is updated with new software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 11, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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