Use cautionVehicle recall · NHTSA · Published February 17, 2023
BMW 2022 Z4 Recall: Unintentional Window Closure Risk
BMW is recalling 2022 Z4 models with a risk of unintentional window/sunroof closure without key presence, potentially causing injury. Owners must update software via dealer to fix the issue.
BMW is recalling certain 2022 Z4 vehicles due to a software issue that may allow windows and sunroofs to close without the key being present. This could increase injury risk for occupants if the vehicle is not properly secured. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80775-bmw-2022-z4-recall-unintentional-window-closure-risk.
“BMW 2022 Z4 Recall: Unintentional Window Closure Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated August 18, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80775-bmw-2022-z4-recall-unintentional-window-closure-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #23V099000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V099000).
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2023 8 Series and 2 Series vehicles, as well as 2022-2023 Z4 models due to visibility hazards. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced the recall on Feb. 17, 2023. Owners should contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 for details.
How to tell if you have it
BMW 8 Series Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 2023
BMW 8 Series Convertible (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 2023
BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, Alpine B8 xDrive), 2023
BMW 2 Series Coupe (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i xDrive, M2), 2023
BMW Z4 sDrive30i, 2022-2023
BMW Z4 M40i, 2022-2023
What to do
Dealers will update the software for the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), free of charge. 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.
The hazard
According to NHTSA records, unintentionally closing the windows or sunroof without the key present can increase the risk of injury to occupants inside the vehicle. This defect occurs because the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software may still allow power windows and sunroof to be closed when the digital key is removed from the vehicle.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show BMW of North America, LLC has 291 other recalls on record since 2009-10-12. Other recent recalls of similar products include BMW 750e XDrive (2026-08-12), BMW X3 (2026-08-12), and BMW X4 (2026-08-07). NHTSA has received 4 owner complaints for the 2023 BMW 230I, with the latest received on 2026-06-11. Manufacturers have sent NHTSA 43 technical service bulletins covering the 2023 BMW 230I, with the latest dated 2026-07-10.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2022 Z4 has the software issue by looking for the specific model year and trim levels mentioned in the recall notice. The recall affects vehicles with the digital key feature that may close windows/sunroof without the key being present.
Brand
BMW
Category
Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy
What to do — step by step
Update Software at Dealer
Dealers will update the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software for free to fix the window closure issue.
Deactivate Digital Key Features
The digital key function via cellular service and Wi-Fi will be temporarily deactivated until the software update is completed.
Official remedy
What NHTSA says to do
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.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
1NHTSA received the defect report
2Owner letters expected (expected, per the notice)
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Take action
Contact BMW
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 23V099000 — BMW 2022 Z4 Recall: Unintentional Window Closure Risk
Hello,
I own a BMW 2022 Z4 Recall: Unintentional Window Closure Risk that is covered by recall 23V099000 from BMW.
The official recall notice states: 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.
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.
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.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 18, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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