NHTSA Recall 21V091000
NHTSA Campaign Id 21V091000; Date: Feb. 18, 2021
if the sunroof continues to close after the vehicle is shut off, it may increase the risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2020 BMW 228I; 2021 BMW 228I; 2020 BMW M235i; 2021 BMW M235i
Component: Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 14,011
Recall Summary:
bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2020-2021 228i, 228i xdrive, and m235i xdrive vehicles. if the driver initiates an automatic closure of the sunroof, and the vehicle key status is changed to "off" or "lock," the sunroof may continue to close. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 118, "power-operated window systems."
How to Fix:
bmw will notify owners, and dealers will update the sunroof electronic coding software, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin april 12, 2021. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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