NHTSA Recall 23V584000: Software (electrical system) and seat belts
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 144 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the BMW 228I.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V584000 |
|---|---|
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; SEAT BELTS |
| Report received | August 16, 2023 |
| Owner notification | October 12, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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."
Safety risk
An audible chime that does not properly alert the driver to fasten their seat belt increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
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.
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 23V584000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 228I | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| BMW 330I | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| BMW 430I | 2021, 2022 |
| BMW M340I | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
| BMW M440I | 2021, 2022 |
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.