BMW – Takaisinkutsut

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On the basis of continuous quality analyses, BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in individual cases, the vibration level of the bike may cause an internal component of the ignition lock to wear prematurely, causing sporadic loss of electric contact within the ignition lock. As a consequence the ignition may be interrupted. This can happen both at standstill or while riding. Loss of ignition may result in engine stalling, loss of displa or instrument cluster, rear light and indicator functions (headlight function persists for 3-4 seconds) and loss of electrically powered assistance systems (eg. ABS). A reset of the ignition by turning the key is possible, all functions are then fully available again. Affected vehicles will receive a software update. The software implements a two-stage warning concept: Upon occurrence of wear-related, short-term contact losses in the ignition lock, the rider is first presented with a yellow, and subsequently a red, warning message reading "Engine control fault." Concurrent with the red warning message, engine speed is limited to 5,000 rpm (engine limp-home mode). Electrical vehicle functions (ignition, lighting, instrument cluster, and assistance systems) remain fully available even when the red warning is displayed. Loss of ignition function while riding is effectively prevented even for pre-damaged locks.

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The fault relates to the RSW22 starter RWT (reinforced water tightness). It was found that with RWT starters an increased abrasion of the magnetic contact can cause the growth of deposits at the lowest point of the relay interior. This in turn may increase the relay contact resistance resulting in false starts or even causing short circuits and possibly a thermal reaction.The magnetic contact of the relay assembly was relocated from France to Poland in July 2022. Initially the growth of deposits and thermal reactions could only be detected at parts prior to the relocation of the magnetic contact (i.e. until 07/22 magnetic contact production). Field monitoring produced two cases which were identified and extensively tested. Field starter analysis showed same fault behavior mechanism.This fault has been detected by internal quality control and field cases.In case of a short circuit the possibility of a thermal event cannot be excluded. This may happen while attempting to start the vehicle or while driving due to vibrations causing a short circuit due to moving deposits. Furthermore, it is recommended to not leave the vehicle running unattended after starting the engine - especially after remote engine start (if available, “remote activation engine start” (SA1CR)).On July 1st, 2026, BMW decided to extend the safety recall “RWT Starter Recall Extension - G0x G1x G2x G3x G42 (B4x)”. On affected vehicles the starter will be replaced with a variant by another supplier with a different design.

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The safety recall refers to the engine starter. The starter relay of the engine starter is responsible for supplying power to the starter. On affected vehicles water ingress may occur into the relay chamber of the engine starter. This could lead to corrosion. If the starter is impaired due to corrosion, it could affect the electrical connection within the relay and the ability to start the engine. A short circuit may also occur, resulting in local overheating of the engine starter. This could lead to a vehicle fire during vehicle operation or when the vehicle is parked and the ignition is off. On July 1st, 2026, BMW decided to extend the safety recall “Engine Starter Recall Extension (PHEV)” BMW F30 G11 G12 G30 G38 (PHEV). On affected vehicles the engine starter will be replaced.

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The safety recall refers to the engine starter. The starter relay of the engine starter is responsible for supplying power to the starter. On affected vehicles water ingress may occur into the relay chamber of the engine starter. This could lead to corrosion. If the starter is impaired due to corrosion, it could affect the electrical connection within the relay and the ability to start the engine. A short circuit may also occur, resulting in local overheating of the engine starter. This could lead to a vehicle fire during vehicle operation or when the vehicle is parked and the ignition is off. On July 1st, 2026, BMW decided to extend the safety recall “Engine Starter Recall Extension (PHEV)” BMW F30 G11 G12 G30 G38 (PHEV). On affected vehicles the engine starter will be replaced.

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The fault relates to the rearview mirror. Due to an insufficient adhesive surface on the mounting plate (bracket), the rearview mirror could become partially or even completely detached from the windshield.This fault has been detected due to one case of a lose mounting plate, reported from China. No additional field cases are known. If the rearview mirror becomes partially or even completely detached, this could impair the visibility while driving. In the event of an accident, this could increase the risk of injury. BMW is not aware of any injuries or accidents related to this issue. Currently, on affected vehicles the windshield, including the mounting of the rearview mirror will be replaced.

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The fault relates to the curtain airbags of the left and right side. The curtain airbag is secured to the vehicle body with 10 screw fasteners. During in-line rework the screw connection of the curtain airbag was not done or not carried out properly on affected vehicles.This fault has been detected due to internal quality control. No field complaints are known. If the curtain airbag is not installed properly, it cannot be ruled out that noises (rattling) may occur while driving. Furthermore, if the airbag deploys, this may result in altered deployment characteristics, and the inflator generator may become separated. The risk of injury could be increased. BMW is not aware of any injuries or accidents related to this issue. On affected vehicles the screw connection of the curtain airbags (left and right) will be checked and reworked, if necessary.

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During the semiconductor soldering process at the supplier’s production process, tin deposits may have formed on the MOSFET housing on the circuit board. Due to the irregular shape of the tin deposit, a crack may form through the gap filler resulting in a reduced insulation. Double insulation is no longer guaranteed. If there is a reduced insulation, there is an extremely low risk of a dangerous voltage on the vehicle chassis. The fault is not detectable by the customer. On affected vehicles the onboard charger will be replaced.

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On affected vehicles, the cockpit wiring harness was fixed very close to a screw connection on the interior microfilter housing cover. The microfilter of the air conditioning system will be regularly replaced as part of the oil service. It cannot be ruled out that cables may be damaged when replacing the microfilter during a workshop visit. The filter cover has to be removed from the lower part of the I-panel. After replacing the filter, it has to be refitted. If the wiring harness is damaged this could lead to malfunctions of the air conditioning system as well as to a short circuit. In case of a short circuit, a sensor may overheat while the vehicle is in operation. As a result, smoke may develop from the instrument panel and, subsequently, a fire cannot be ruled out. On affected vehicles the cockpit wiring harness will be checked, repaired if necessary and reattached.

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It was found that with RWT starters an increased abrasion of the magnetic contact can cause the growth of deposits at the lowest point of the relay interior. This in turn may increase the relay contact resistance resulting in false starts or even causing short circuits and possibly a thermal reaction. In case of a short circuit the possibility of a thermal event cannot be excluded. This may happen while attempting to start the vehicle or while driving due to vibrations causing a short circuit due to moving deposits. Furthermore, it is recommended to not leave the vehicle running unattended after starting the engine - especially after remote engine start (if available, “remote activation engine start” (SA1CR)). On January 23rd, 2026, BMW has decided to initiate the safety recall “RWT Starter”. On affected vehicles the starter will be replaced with a variant by another supplier with a different design.

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In case of faulty signals of the torque sensor, the software might lead to unintentional steering movement of the vehicle. If the failure of one channel of the sensor is not correctly detected (no switchover to the second sensor-channel) due to software weakness, an unintentional steering movement of the vehicle cannot be ruled out. If a failure of the software is detected by the steering gear system correctly, the driver is alerted by a check control message "Limited steering assistance", a minimal change in steering feel (slightly increased steering forces) while driving and limited steering support in standstill. On December 04, 2025, BMW decided to initiate the safety recall “Steering” with regard to certain G45 vehicles. On affected vehicles the control unit (steering) will be programmed.

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According to analysis from Takata and independent test laboratories, a possible degradation of the propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture. In addition, field return tests and study results showed an age-related change in characteristics, so that a malfunction of the inflators cannot be excluded. If a possible degradation of the propellant tablets occurs, this could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture. An inflator rupture may cause metal fragments to pass through the airbag and into the vehicle interior at high speed. A malfunction of the inflators due to an age-related change in characteristics cannot be excluded. The risk will increase according to the age of the vehicle. As already informed by previous Authority Information, BMW was informed about confirmed airbag ruptures of vehicles with PSDI-5 and PSDI-4 inflators. As already known, several safety recalls worldwide have been decided as of 2016. On October 24, 2025, BMW decided to initiate a safety recall with regard to vehicles, which might be equipped with PSDI-4, PSDI-5 and SDI Takata driver front airbag inflator due to a steering wheel swap. These vehicles were originally manufactured with a steering wheel including a driver front airbag module without ammonium nitrate (from another supplier). Therefore, they were/are not covered by already released safety recalls. In addition, F45 vehicles equipped with SDI inflator have been identified that were not covered by the previous recall to replace the driver airbag module. According to the decision on November 13, 2025, BMW strongly recommends an immediate replacement of the airbag module before continuing to use the vehicle regarding the campaign 0032780300 “Replace Driver Front Airbag, F45 (SDI)”. Furthermore, with regard to the campaign 0032800300 (PSDI-4) an immediate check and - in case of a steering wheel swap – prompt replacement will be strongly recommended before continuing to use the vehicle against the background of the higher risk of possible bursting of these gas generator due to higher vehicle age.

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According to analysis from Takata and independent test laboratories, a possible degradation of the propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture. In addition, field return tests and study results showed an age-related change in characteristics, so that a malfunction of the inflators cannot be excluded. If a possible degradation of the propellant tablets occurs, this could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture. An inflator rupture may cause metal fragments to pass through the airbag and into the vehicle interior at high speed. A malfunction of the inflators due to an age-related change in characteristics cannot be excluded. The risk will increase according to the age of the vehicle. As already informed by previous Authority Information, BMW was informed about confirmed airbag ruptures of vehicles with PSDI-5 and PSDI-4 inflators. As already known, several safety recalls worldwide have been decided as of 2016. On October 24, 2025, BMW decided to initiate a safety recall with regard to vehicles, which might be equipped with PSDI-4, PSDI-5 and SDI Takata driver front airbag inflator due to a steering wheel swap. These vehicles were originally manufactured with a steering wheel including a driver front airbag module without ammonium nitrate (from another supplier). Therefore, they were/are not covered by already released safety recalls. In addition, F45 vehicles equipped with SDI inflator have been identified that were not covered by the previous recall to replace the driver airbag module. According to the decision on November 13, 2025, BMW strongly recommends an immediate replacement of the airbag module before continuing to use the vehicle regarding the campaign 0032780300 “Replace Driver Front Airbag, F45 (SDI)”. Furthermore, with regard to the campaign 0032800300 (PSDI-4) an immediate check and - in case of a steering wheel swap – prompt replacement will be strongly recommended before continuing to use the vehicle against the background of the higher risk of possible bursting of these gas generator due to higher vehicle age.

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According to analysis from Takata and independent test laboratories, a possible degradation of the propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture. In addition, field return tests and study results showed an age-related change in characteristics, so that a malfunction of the inflators cannot be excluded. If a possible degradation of the propellant tablets occurs, this could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture. An inflator rupture may cause metal fragments to pass through the airbag and into the vehicle interior at high speed. A malfunction of the inflators due to an age-related change in characteristics cannot be excluded. The risk will increase according to the age of the vehicle. As already informed by previous Authority Information, BMW was informed about confirmed airbag ruptures of vehicles with PSDI-5 and PSDI-4 inflators. As already known, several safety recalls worldwide have been decided as of 2016. On October 24, 2025, BMW decided to initiate a safety recall with regard to vehicles, which might be equipped with PSDI-4, PSDI-5 and SDI Takata driver front airbag inflator due to a steering wheel swap. These vehicles were originally manufactured with a steering wheel including a driver front airbag module without ammonium nitrate (from another supplier). Therefore, they were/are not covered by already released safety recalls. In addition, F45 vehicles equipped with SDI inflator have been identified that were not covered by the previous recall to replace the driver airbag module. According to the decision on November 13, 2025, BMW strongly recommends an immediate replacement of the airbag module before continuing to use the vehicle regarding the campaign 0032780300 “Replace Driver Front Airbag, F45 (SDI)”. Furthermore, with regard to the campaign 0032800300 (PSDI-4) an immediate check and - in case of a steering wheel swap – prompt replacement will be strongly recommended before continuing to use the vehicle against the background of the higher risk of possible bursting of these gas generator due to higher vehicle age.

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The fault refers to the CS-Sensor (Car-Sensitivity-Sensor) of the second seat row (outer seats) which detects the exceeding of certain accelerations limits and the rotation of the vehicle (rollover). Due to not correctly performed maintenance at the supplier, during the fitting of the sensor to its adapter plate the sensor pins might have been deformed. This fault might also be a non-conformity with regards to the ECE.R 16 section 6.2.5.3.1.1 and the FMVSS209 (2)ii/ CMSVSS209 (2)ii. If the CS-Sensor is not functioning properly, there is a risk that the seat belt will not lock in situations such as heavy breaking, a turn or a rollover of the vehicle and therefore not hold the rear passengers in position. This can lead to an increased risk of injury. On October 14th, 2025, BMW decided to initiate the safety recall “Seat belt rear seats - BMW U10 U11 F70 F74 MINI U25”. On affected vehicles the rear seat belts on the right passenger side will be replaced and/or on the left passenger side, depending on the production date, the seat belts will either be replaced or checked and replaced if necessary.

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The fault refers to the CS-Sensor (Car-Sensitivity-Sensor) of the second seat row (outer seats) which detects the exceeding of certain accelerations limits and the rotation of the vehicle (rollover). Due to not correctly performed maintenance at the supplier, during the fitting of the sensor to its adapter plate the sensor pins might have been deformed. This fault might also be a non-conformity with regards to the ECE.R 16 section 6.2.5.3.1.1 and the FMVSS209 (2)ii/ CMSVSS209 (2)ii. If the CS-Sensor is not functioning properly, there is a risk that the seat belt will not lock in situations such as heavy breaking, a turn or a rollover of the vehicle and therefore not hold the rear passengers in position. This can lead to an increased risk of injury. On October 14th, 2025, BMW decided to initiate the safety recall “Seat belt rear seats - BMW U10 U11 F70 F74 MINI U25”. On affected vehicles the rear seat belts on the right passenger side will be replaced and/or on the left passenger side, depending on the production date, the seat belts will either be replaced or checked and replaced if necessary.

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The fault refers to the CS-Sensor (Car-Sensitivity-Sensor) of the second seat row (outer seats) which detects the exceeding of certain accelerations limits and the rotation of the vehicle (rollover). Due to not correctly performed maintenance at the supplier, during the fitting of the sensor to its adapter plate the sensor pins might have been deformed. This fault might also be a non-conformity with regards to the ECE.R 16 section 6.2.5.3.1.1 and the FMVSS209 (2)ii/ CMSVSS209 (2)ii. If the CS-Sensor is not functioning properly, there is a risk that the seat belt will not lock in situations such as heavy breaking, a turn or a rollover of the vehicle and therefore not hold the rear passengers in position. This can lead to an increased risk of injury. On October 14th, 2025, BMW decided to initiate the safety recall “Seat belt rear seats - BMW U10 U11 F70 F74 MINI U25”. On affected vehicles the rear seat belts on the right passenger side will be replaced and/or on the left passenger side, depending on the production date, the seat belts will either be replaced or checked and replaced if necessary.

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The fault refers to the CS-Sensor (Car-Sensitivity-Sensor) of the second seat row (outer seats) which detects the exceeding of certain accelerations limits and the rotation of the vehicle (rollover). Due to not correctly performed maintenance at the supplier, during the fitting of the sensor to its adapter plate the sensor pins might have been deformed. This fault might also be a non-conformity with regards to the ECE.R 16 section 6.2.5.3.1.1 and the FMVSS209 (2)ii/ CMSVSS209 (2)ii. If the CS-Sensor is not functioning properly, there is a risk that the seat belt will not lock in situations such as heavy breaking, a turn or a rollover of the vehicle and therefore not hold the rear passengers in position. This can lead to an increased risk of injury. On October 14th, 2025, BMW decided to initiate the safety recall “Seat belt rear seats - BMW U10 U11 F70 F74 MINI U25”. On affected vehicles the rear seat belts on the right passenger side will be replaced and/or on the left passenger side, depending on the production date, the seat belts will either be replaced or checked and replaced if necessary.

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The fault refers to the CS-Sensor (Car-Sensitivity-Sensor) of the second seat row (outer seats) which detects the exceeding of certain accelerations limits and the rotation of the vehicle (rollover). Due to not correctly performed maintenance at the supplier, during the fitting of the sensor to its adapter plate the sensor pins might have been deformed. This fault might also be a non-conformity with regards to the ECE.R 16 section 6.2.5.3.1.1 and the FMVSS209 (2)ii/ CMSVSS209 (2)ii. If the CS-Sensor is not functioning properly, there is a risk that the seat belt will not lock in situations such as heavy breaking, a turn or a rollover of the vehicle and therefore not hold the rear passengers in position. This can lead to an increased risk of injury. On October 14th, 2025, BMW decided to initiate the safety recall “Seat belt rear seats - BMW U10 U11 F70 F74 MINI U25”. On affected vehicles the rear seat belts on the right passenger side will be replaced and/or on the left passenger side, depending on the production date, the seat belts will either be replaced or checked and replaced if necessary.

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The torsion bar twists as it is loaded, allowing the webbing to unwind in a controlled manner, enabling a more controlled downward movement of the occupant's upper body. During sub-supplier’s production process, the torsion bars of the front seat belt retractors of affected vehicles were mechanically damaged due to a maintenance intervention. The torsion bars are manufactured in an automated process. During the maintenance process, a conveyor system was set incorrectly. The air conveyor nozzle was switched off and a loose guide plate was not detected. As a result of this incorrect setting, torsion bars could become stuck in the device and damaged.

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Based on ongoing field observation, BMW Motorrad has determined that the steering damper may suffer from manufacturing defects at the supplier, which may lead to the valve pin inside the damper to wander from its screw point. The steering damper may become stiff. On affected vehicles the steering damper will be replaced.