Seat Belt Audio Chime Malfunction/FMVSS 208
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 23V584000 |
| Report Received Date | 8/16/2023 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Vehicles Affected | 144 |
| Completion Rate | 90.97% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Rework Status | Original |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2022 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, 2022 430i Coupe, 2021-2022 430i, M440i Convertible, and 2020-2022 228i xDrive Gran Coupe vehicles. The receiver audio module control unit software may fail to properly generate audible seat belt warnings to the driver to fasten their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Issue
An audible chime that does not properly alert the driver to fasten their seat belt increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Consequence Summary
An audible chime that does not properly alert the driver to fasten their seat belt increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the receiver audio module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 12, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
