The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·22V860000·Announced 2022-11-21

BMW Recalls 2023 Models for Telematics Location Transmission Defect

BMW is recalling 2023 740i, 760i, and i7 vehicles because the telematics unit may fail to send location data to emergency responders, potentially delaying aid.

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 injury has not yet been reported, as the defect may delay emergency response and increase injury risk.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2023 BMW 740i, 760i xDrive, and i7 xDrive60 vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the telematics control unit, which may fail to transmit the vehicle's location information to emergency responders.

Without accurate location data, emergency response times may be delayed, increasing the risk of injury to occupants. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Dealers will update the telematics control unit software free of charge to correct the issue. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 17, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
BMW 760I, I7, 740I
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Telematics / Safety Systems
Hazard
Affected units
169

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 (3)

  • 760I
  • I7
  • 740I

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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