BMW Recall 23V-584: Electrical system – software

Affected: 2020–2022 BMW 228i, 2019–2022 BMW 330i, 2021–2022 BMW 430i and 2 more. Filed with NHTSA on August 16, 2023, covering about 144 vehicles.

The problem

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."

The risk

An audible chime that does not properly alert the driver to fasten their seat belt increases the risk of injury in a crash.

The fix

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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign23V-584 (23V584000)
ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
ComponentElectrical system › Software
Report dateAugust 16, 2023
Owners notifiedOctober 12, 2023
Vehicles affected144
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the electrical system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 23V-584 repair free?

Yes. BMW dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 144 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.