BMW recalls certain 2022-2023 iX, i4, and i7 models due to potential electrical power interruptions causing loss of drive power. Owners must update battery software by February 10, 2023.
An interruption of electrical power may result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
BMW is recalling specific 2022-2023 iX, i4, and i7 models where electrical system software might cause sudden loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Owners need to have dealers update the battery software at no cost.
The high voltage battery electronic control unit software may cause electrical power interruptions. This can lead to sudden loss of drive power, potentially increasing crash risk during normal driving.
Owners of 2022-2023 BMW iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, i4 M50, and 2023 i7 xDrive60 vehicles are affected. Drivers using these models with the specific electrical software are most at risk.
Check if your vehicle is listed in the recall: 2022-2023 iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, i4 M50, or 2023 i7 xDrive60. The recall was issued for vehicles sold in the U.S. starting from 2022.
Dealers will update the high voltage battery ECU software for free. This fix addresses the electrical power interruption issue.
Owners can call 1-800-525-7417 to confirm eligibility and schedule the software update.
Dealers will update the high voltage battery ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2022-2023 BMW iX xDrive40, iX xDrive50, iX M60, i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, i4 M50, and 2023 i7 xDrive60 models.
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 10, 2023.
The recall states that an electrical power interruption may cause loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. However, the hazard does not specify a risk of serious injury in normal use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V944000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 22V944000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: Dealers will update the high voltage battery ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
