2020 BMW 228I recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2020 BMW 228I. The most recent was reported on August 16, 2023.

Check your own car by VIN. A recall applies only to certain vehicles, built in certain periods. NHTSA’s recall lookup checks your 17-character VIN against open recalls and is free.

Recalls at a glance

Date	Campaign	Part	Vehicles
August 16, 2023	23V-584	Electrical system: software	144
February 18, 2021	21V-091	Visibility: power window devices and controls	14,011

Recall details

Electrical system: software

August 16, 2023 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 23V-584

What is wrong: 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."

Risk: An audible chime that does not properly alert the driver to fasten their seat belt increases the risk of injury in a crash.

The fix: 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.

Visibility: power window devices and controls

February 18, 2021 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 21V-091

What is wrong: 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."

Risk: If the sunroof continues to close after the vehicle is shut off, it may increase the risk of injury.

The fix: 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.

Other model years of the BMW 228I

2024 (1)2023 (1)2022 (2)2021 (3)2016 (1)2015 (3)2014 (4)

All BMW 228I recalls · All BMW recalls

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 BMW 228I have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2020 BMW 228I, the most recent reported on August 16, 2023. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2020 BMW 228I?

Electrical system (1), Visibility (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 2 of the 2 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.