The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·17V719000·Announced 2017-11-15

BMW Recalls 2018 Models for Instrument Panel Display Software Error

BMW is recalling 3,188 2018 vehicles because a software error may prevent the instrument panel from illuminating, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the defect (non-illuminating display) increases the risk of a crash, but no specific injuries or fatalities have been reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2018 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2, and X3 xDrive 30i SAV vehicles. The recall involves 3,188 vehicles that may have a software error in the instrument panel. This error can cause the display to not properly illuminate, meaning the vehicle fails to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."

If the display does not illuminate during start-up or fails to show various control and warning symbols while driving, it can increase the risk of a crash. No specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster display software free of charge. The recall was expected to begin on January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
BMW X3, 230I, M240I, M2
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Instrument Cluster
Hazard
Affected units
3,188

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (4)

  • X3
  • 230I
  • M240I
  • M2

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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