Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The instrument panel in your car is like the control center: it shows you vital information like speed and warning lights. In your 2018 BMW, there's a software issue that might prevent this panel from lighting up properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If your instrument panel doesn't light up when you start the car, or if important warning lights don't show up while you're driving, you might not notice critical information in time. This could increase the risk of an accident.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the instrument cluster display software at no cost to you. Just schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice – it's on the house.
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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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