NHTSA Recall 23V118000: Software (electrical system)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 120 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the BMW 330E.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V118000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › BODY CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | February 23, 2023 |
| Owner notification | April 10, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, M3, 330e, 330e xDrive, 430i Convertible, 430i xDrive, M440i, 2022-2023 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive, i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 vehicles. During a service visit, a replacement electronic control unit (ECU) may have been installed with incorrect programming, which can cause the automatic door locking (ADL) function to not lock the doors as intended.
Safety risk
Doors that do not lock as intended while the vehicle is in motion may open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2023. 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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V118000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 330E | 2023 |
| BMW 330I | 2023 |
| BMW 430I | 2022, 2023 |
| BMW I4 | 2022, 2023 |
| BMW M3 | 2023 |
| BMW M340I | 2023 |
| BMW M440I | 2022, 2023 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.