NHTSA 22V944000 United States
BMW i4 recall: Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery Thermal:management:software
Official safety recall 22V944000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign22V944000
ComponentElectrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery Thermal:management:software
Report date2022-12-20
ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| BMW iX | 2022 | United States |
| BMW iX | 2023 | United States |
| BMW i4 | 2022 | United States |
| BMW i4 | 2023 | United States |
| BMW i7 | 2023 | United States |
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, i4 M50, and 2023 i7 xDrive60 vehicles. The high voltage battery electronic control unit (ECU) software may cause an interruption of electrical power.
An interruption of electrical power may result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The official remedy
Dealers will update the high voltage battery ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.