Recall 21V091000: 2020–2021 BMW 228I, 2020–2021 BMW M235I
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 18, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 14,011
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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."
The risk
If the sunroof continues to close after the vehicle is shut off, it may increase the risk of injury.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the sunroof electronic coding software, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2020 BMW 228I
- 2021 BMW 228I
- 2020 BMW M235I
- 2021 BMW M235I
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V091000
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner letters
- Apr 16, 2021
- Components
- Visibility:power window devices and controls (Visibility & Wipers); Visibility:sun/moon roof assembly (Visibility & Wipers)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology