2023 BMW Z4 sDrive30iBmw Z4 Sdrive30i 2023

Complaint Information: Recalls, Service Bulletins, OBD II Codes

NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 258531 [USA]: Transmission oil that leaks into the control unit can lead to a seizure of the transmission gears, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2023 toyota gr supra, 3 series sedan (330i xdrive, m340i xdrive, m3), 5 series sedan (530i, 530i xdrive, m5), 4 series gran coupe (430i, 430i xdrive), 4 series coupe (430i, 430i xdrive, m440i xdrive), 4 series convertible (430i, 430i xdrive, m440i xdrive), 8 series coupe (840i, m850i xdrive, m8), 8 series convertible (840i, m850i xdrive, m8), 8 series gran coupe (850i xdrive, m8), x3 sav (x3 xdrive30i, x3m), x4 sav (x4 xdrive30i), x5 sav (x5 xdrive40i, x5 m50i, x5m), x6 sav (x6 xdrive40i, x6 m50i, x6m), and z4 sdrive30i, z4 m40i vehicles. The weld seam of the integrated transmission control unit's cover may not have been manufactured properly, which could allow automatic transmission oil to leak into the transmission control unit.
    dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 26, 2024. 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.Nhtsa.Gov.

  • Recall 246338 [USA]: Unintentionally closing the windows or sunroof without the key present can increase the risk of injury to occupants inside the vehicle.
    Bmw of north americal, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2023 8 series coupe (840i, 840i xdrive, m850i xdrive, m8), 8 series convertible (840i, 840i xdrive, m850i xdrive, m8), 8 series gran coupe (840i, 840i xdrive, m850i xdrive, m8, alpine b8 xdrive), 2 series coupe (230i, 230i xdrive, m240i xdrive, m2), and 2022-2023 z4 sdrive30i, z4 m40i vehicles. When the digital key is removed from the vehicle, the electronic control unit (ecu) software may still allow the power windows and sunroof to be closed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 118, "power-operated window systems."
    dealers will update the software for the electronic control unit (ecu), free of charge. In addition, the digital key function via cellular service and wi-fi capability will be deactivated until the vehicle is updated with new software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed april 11, 2023. 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.Nhtsa.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.

  • B810424 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Certain vehicles with a wireless charging tray installed may experience operation issues with comfortaccess or remote functions.
  • 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
  • B510819 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • B840323 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Bmw ag has issued a delivery stop (effective february 9, 2023) on certain model year 2022 ??A???A???A? 2023 bmw vehicles that were produced between june 29, 2022 and february 16, 2023. This was originally called ??A???A???A?Wireless chargin
  • MCAS4023 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT: Bmw ag has requested the inspection of all dealer stock of the following part number(s) listed below to ensure the spacer is conformed to drawing.
  • B511323 - STRUCTURE: ?The outer a-pillar trim panel (arrow) protrudes outward (circled) towards the cowl seal.
  • B840323 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Bmw ag has issued a delivery stop (effective february 9, 2023) on certain model year 2022 - 2023 bmw vehicles that were produced between june 29, 2022 and february 16, 2023.
  • 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.
  • B090221 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: With the introduction of the bmw remote software upgrade, all service pack 18 vehicles and partial service pack 15 vehicles may receive new functionality or modifications in their features.
  • B840323 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:WIRELESS CHARGER/CRADLE: Bmw ag has issued a delivery stop (effective february 9, 2023) on certain model year 2022 - 2023 bmw vehicles that were produced between june 29, 2022 and february 16, 2023. This was originally called ""wireless charging tray"". Software in
  • SIB610223 - VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS): Windshield wiper.
  • SIB652021 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT: Central information display.
  • SIB660823 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:CAMERA/SENSOR: Issues with the various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (kafas system) can possibly lead to following customer complaints: kafas camera system deactivates itself, due to system restrictions that are not clear to the
  • SIB120123 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: In hot ambient conditions, if the engine was running for a prolonged time while the vehicle is stationary, a jolt may be experienced while lightly accelerating.
  • 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.
  • B610923 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The gear selector switch (gws) consists of the control electronics circuit and the selector lever. The sensors for recording the gearshift lever position and for inhibiting inadvertent gearshifts are integrated in the control electronics.
  • B320123 - STEERING: When turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises may be heard.

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