Component
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your car's sunroof system has a brain – a small computer that controls whether the roof opens or closes. In some 4 Series, X5, X6, and X7 models, this brain might be misprogrammed, allowing the sunroof to shut while you're outside the vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sunroof closes without you inside, it could hit you on the head or pinch your hair, causing serious injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will simply update the sunroof's computer with the correct settings – it's a quick and free fix. The repair is covered by BMW, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive); 2019-2022 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M; 2021-2022 X5 xdrive45e; 2020-2022 X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6M and 2019-2023 X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, X7 xDrive60i, X7 M60i, X7M, Alpina XB7 vehicles. The roof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close without the key fob present inside the vehicle. 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
A sunroof that closes without the key fob present inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the roof function control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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