Bmw M4 Competition Coupe 2021

Complaint Information: Recalls, Service Bulletins, OBD II Codes

NHTSA Mandated Recalls

Recall 181172 [USA]: During a crash, a seat belt retractor that does not function as intended increases the risk of injury.
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2021 2 series (230i, 230i xdrive, m240i, m240i xdrive), 330e, 330e xdrive, 4 series coupe (430i, 430i xdrive, m440i xdrive) m4 coupe, m4 competition coupe, bmw 4 series convertible (430i, m440i), bmw x1 sdrive28i, xdrive28i, 2 series gran coupe (228i, 228i xdrive, m235i xdrive), m2 competition coupe, 330i, 330i xdrive, m340i, m340i xdrive, m3, m3 competition, 530i, 530i xdrive, 540i, 540i xdrive, mini hardtop 2 door (cooper, coopers, jcw), x2 sdrive28i, x2 xdrive28i, x2 m35i, z4 sdrive30i, z4 m40i, mini hardtop 2 door (cooper se), mini convertible (cooper, cooper s, jcw), mini clubman (cooper s, cooper s all4, jcw), mini countryman (cooper, cooper all4, cooper s, cooper s all4, jcw all4), rolls royce ghost, mini countryman (cooper s e all4), rolls royce phantom, rolls royce cullinan, and toyota supra vehicles. The passenger seat belt automatic locking retractor (alr) may deactivate early, before the webbing fully retracts. As such, these assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on september 3, 2021. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417; 1-866-825-1525 (mini); 1-877-877-3735 (rolls royce); and 1-888-270-9371 (toyota).
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.Nhtsa.Gov.

Recall 196008 [USA]: A loss of abs and a reduction in braking assistance can increase the risk of a crash.
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2020-2021 8 series coupe, grand coupe and convertible 840i, 840i xdrive, m850i xdrive, m8 and 740 li, 740 li xdrive, 750 li xdrive, m760 li xdrive, x6 sdrive40i, x6 xdrive40i, x6 xdrive50i, x6 m50i, x6m, and 2019-2021 x5 sdrive40i, x5 xdrive40i, x5 xdrive50i, x5 m50i, x5m, x7 xdrive40i, x7 xdrive50i, x7 m50i, and 2021 m3, m3 competition, m4 coupe, m4 competition coupe, x5 xdrive45e, 745 le xdrive. The rotor and shaft within the integrated brake system may not have been welded properly and could separate during a hard braking event, possibly resulting in a loss of the antilock brake system (abs) and braking assistance.
bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on may 25, 2021. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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.

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

B640422 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: An interference noise (groaning noise) can be heard from within the heating and air-conditioning unit in thecenter of the instrument panel. The groaning noise always occurs when either a ventilation flap, air stratification flap or the rec
B610524 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT: The central information display goes black intermittently due to resets of the head unit (hu-h3). Faultb7f8f9 ??A???A???A???A???A???A? ??A???A???A???A???A???A?Hu-h: reset??A???A???A???A???A???A? Will be stored in the hu-h3.
B611305 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho
B521723 - SEATS: Customer states one of the front seats is inoperative. The seat heater and power supply are inoperative. During the vehicle test, the seat module does not respond. The power supply fuse for the seat module isfound to have blown.
B360121 - STEERING: At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees f) and slow driving speeds (i.E. When parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned. This can be felt (jerking)/ heard via an acoustic ackno
B310124 - SUSPENSION: With the vehicle is on a lift and the front struts are in the extended position, there may be a cracking and orclicking type noise when turning the steering wheel left/right. See attached video v31 01 24. The sound can reoccur when the veh
B340714 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop. Cause material-
B630821 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Headlight check control (cc) message 128 "high beam headlight failure" is displayed. The following fault codes are stored during a vehicle test: 80419a - left high-beam headlight: short circuit and/or 8041a5 - light outputs: number of permi
B630321 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS: Condensation is present on the inner surfaces in one or both taillights (circled).
B160123 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (evap) system (nvld natural vacuum leak detection). For this condition, the following fault is stored in the dme: 190302 - fuel tank ventilation and s
B120323 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Bmw ag has issued a delivery stop effective june 6, 2023 on certain model year 2023 - 2024 bmw vehicles that were produced between october 26, 2022 and may 8, 2023.
B514616 - STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE: Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
B510923 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: Sudden failure of the power window(s).
B841422 - LANE DEPARTURE:LANE KEEP:NAVIGATION SYSTEM/SOFTWARE: Customer is shown an incorrect gps location in the vehicle (i.E., nav map, coordinates).
B651623 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Customer states there is no audio playback (telephony, navigation, radio) and system sounds (pdc, turn indicators, acoustic signals) may also have failed.
B620223 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL: In sport mode, a black square appears in the rpm gauge (tachometer) section of the instrument cluster display.
B320123 - STEERING: When turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises may be heard.
B610120 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downward hand pressure is maintained.
B340921 - BRAKES (PWS): A turbine-like noise can be heard from the rear axle while deceleration during the first 300 miles of operation when braking from low speed.
B841422 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Customer is shown an incorrect gps location in the vehicle (i.E., nav map, coordinates).
B613322 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Due to a software error, remote software upgrade (rsu) and remote support are currently not possible. Additionally, the integrated owner's handbook cannot be displayed.
B512222 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH: Hood lever is pulled twice but the hood only achieves the pre-latch position on both sides.
B170322 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM: The charge air cooler housing may sperate and lose charging pressure.
B652022 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes is stored in the acsm (air bag control unit): 930949 - knee airbag,
B651922 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: The customer complains that the radio stations change by themselves.
B611222 - VISIBILITY: After opening the vehicle with the radio remote control and changing the profile, the exterior mirror settings are lost.
B662419 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
B640422 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: An interference noise (groaning noise) can be heard from within the heating and air-conditioning unit in the center of the instrument panel.
SIB650922 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: The sound output intermittently drops out entirely. This can be reproduced with all audio sources as well as telephone and voice output.
SIB511322 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: During strong acceleration, the fuel filler door possibly opens automatically.
SIB662419 - EQUIPMENT: Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column. Note: opening, closing and starting via the bmw digital key or the digi
SIB651312 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The headunit high (hu-h), also called nbt, began replacing the car information computer (cic) on certain my2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map north america next. The headunit high 2 (hu-h2), also called n
SIB640222 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Mist formation on the windshield inside surface may occur at departure or after msa (automaticstart/stop). Acoustic abnormality in the area of the recirculated air flap (recirculation flap closing and opening severaltimes). The above may oc
SIB630222 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS: Excessive condensation has collected in one or both headlights.
B310318 - STEERING: Cracking noises heard from the area of the front axle when rotating the steering while stationary or at low speed.
B090321 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE: In some rare cases a customer vehicle might be excluded from one or more remote software upgrade(rsu) campaigns. This sib gives an overview how to identify these vehicles and how to proceed in case of a customer complaint.
B410222 - EQUIPMENT: The trunk floor carpet is wet, primarily on the left side.
B840917 - EQUIPMENT: While using the wireless charger, one or both of the following may occur: 1) the bmw display key or mobile phone becomes hot to the touch. 2) the device switches off due to over temperature (built-in device protection).
B840621 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The sim card installed in the telematics control unit (atm2) connects to different mobile providers' networks. However, due to a missing parameter, this does not work and can cause disruption in bmw connecteddrive services in areas with ins
B662419 - STEERING: Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
B652121 - EQUIPMENT: Siriusxm satellite radio is not working and does not display a channel list.
B611621 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: The "energy management" check control message (id code 415) is falsely displayed when entering the vehicle.
B611521 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: It is possible that the epp (expanded polypropylene) insert for the lithium-ion battery was not installed in approx. 0.3% of the g82 and g83 vehicles.
B650919 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customer states the following about their vehicle: active radio or music source is interrupted, the navigation is no longer available, a black screen is shown in the control display, the system works again after a short interruption.
B662419 - STEERING: Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle maynot start when placing the key against the steering column.
B651312 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): The headunit high (hu-h), also called nbt, began replacing the car information computer (cic) on certain my2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map north america next. The headunit high 2 (hu-h2), also called n
SIB340721 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC: When starting the vehicle vehicle at standstill, various yellow check control messages ccms appear. Id code 00042: brake system. Additional notes: avoid abrupt braking as far as possible. Drive at a moderate speed. Have it checked by your n
B341019 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Inform the customer during a consultation that the m compound (standard equipment) and m carbon ceramic (optional) brakes are high-performance brake systems which are designed for sporty, dynamic driving styles. As a side effect of the high
B340921 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: A turbine-like noise can be heard from the rear axle while deceleration during the first 300 miles of operationwhen braking from low speed.
SIB 62 03 21 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: When the vehicle is operated in sport mode, the engine speed is no longer displayed in the bmw head-up display (hud).
SIB 61 08 21 - EQUIPMENT: The cigarette lighter is difficult or impossible to pull it out.
SIB 61 04 21 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: The customer may complain of a check control message stating "safe share detected" (ccm-id 953). Check control message can be verified by checking key reader information or performing the check control message history service function.
B651721 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: The bmw key card cannot be activated. The activation menu in the bmw idrive is missing.
B511621 - POWER TRAIN: Noises from the center console shifter cover at low speeds. The noise can be affected by pressing the gearshift lever knob.
B341019 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Inform the customer during a consultation that the m compound (standard equipment) and m carbon ceramic (optional) brakes are high-performance brake systems which are designed for sporty, dynamic driving styles. As a side effect of the hig
B662419 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Remote control is not detected: vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle maynot start when placing the key against the steering column.
B650721 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Hu-h3 mgu resets due to bluetooth connection with samsung android 11 : the head unit resets when using various apps (e.G., youtube, spotify, etc) on the connected mobile phone. This affects samsung mobile phones (e.G., galaxy s20 / s21) w
B651121 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Siriusxm satellite radio is not working and does not display a channel list.
B610421 - EQUIPMENT: The customer may complain of a check control message stating "safe share detected" (ccm-id 953). Check control message can be verified by checking key reader information or performing the check control message history service function.
B120321 - EQUIPMENT: Due to an software error, the adaptation values of the actuator contiguous wheel slip limitation (arb) may be lost.
B511121 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Roof trim strip loose at rear: the roof trim strip may be loose at the last (rearmost) clip as shown. This can occur on either side of the roof, or on both sides.
B511021 - STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID : Service action: check badge on tailgate, replace if necessary . The "bmw" trunklid emblem (arrow) which contains the rear-view camera may not have been correctly fastened during vehicle production. It is possible that the emblem & camera
B511121 - PARKING BRAKE: Roof trim strip loose at rear: the roof trim strip may be loose at the last (rearmost) clip as shown. This can occur on either side of the roof, or on both sides.
B511021 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: Service action: check badge on tailgate, replace if necessary . The "bmw" trunklid emblem (arrow) which contains the rear-view camera may not have been correctly fastened during vehicle production. It is possible that the emblem & camera
B650421 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Retrofit satellite radio (option code sa655): the affected vehicles were produced with preparation bmw satellite radio (option code sa 693) instead of with satellite radio (option code sa 655).
B510721 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Increased effort required to open doors: one or more doors may require increased effort to open.
B510621 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: Streaks on front side windows: streak marks are visible, most commonly on the upper rear corner of the front side window. The marks can be present anywhere on the rearmost edge of either front window.
B630321 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Condensation in taillight: condensation is present on the inner surfaces in one or both taillights
B662419 - STEERING: Remote control is not detected: vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
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