Component
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The power window and sunroof controls in your vehicle use a digital key to know when you're inside or outside. In certain models, the system might not recognize when the key is removed, letting you accidentally close windows or the sunroof even when you're inside.
Risk if Unfixed
If you close the windows or sunroof while you're inside the car, it could cause injury to you or your passengers – especially if you're trapped inside with the windows closed.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the software in your vehicle's Electronic Control Unit at no cost to you, so the power windows and sunroof work as they should. You'll also have to wait until your vehicle is updated before you can use the digital key feature with cellular service and Wi-Fi. Schedule the repair when you get your recall notice, expected to be mailed April 11, 2023.
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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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