2021 Bmw M235i | 2020 Bmw 228i | 2020 Bmw M235i | 2021 Bmw 228i — Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Published February 19, 2021 · Recall initiated: February 18, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V091000, published February 19, 2021 and initiated February 18, 2021. Recalling firm: BMW of North America, LLC; 2021 Bmw M235i | 2020 Bmw 228i | 2020 Bmw M235i | 2021 Bmw 228i — Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly.
What's the hazard
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 228i, 228i xDrive, and M235i xDrive vehicles. If the driver initiates an automatic closure of the sunroof, and the vehicle key status is changed to "off" or "lock," the sunroof may continue to close. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-operated Window Systems.
What to do
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the sunroof electronic coding software, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BMW
- Model
- M235I
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2021 BMW M235I | 2020 BMW 228I | 2020 BMW M235I | 2021 BMW 228I
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2021 Bmw M235i | 2020 Bmw 228i | 2020 Bmw M235i | 2021 Bmw 228i — Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V091000 on February 19, 2021. Reported hazard: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 228i, 228i xDrive, and M235i xDrive vehicles. If the driver initiates an automatic closure of the sunroof, and the vehicle key status is changed to "off" or "lock," the sunroof may continue to close. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-operated Window Systems.
What should I do if I have this product?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the sunroof electronic coding software, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BMW. Model: M235I.