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2020 BMW i8
1 Recalls for 2020 BMW i8
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| 2020-09-30 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 530e iPerformance and X3 xDrive30e and MINI Cooper Countryman All4 SE, 2020 BMW i8, and 2021 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le xDrive and X5 xDrive45e vehicles. Debris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production. Remedy: The remedy is currently being developed. Until the remedy is available, drivers are instructed to not charge their vehicles. Drivers are instructed to not drive in manual mode, sport mode, and to not use the shift paddles. Owners were notified of the safety risk October 23, 2020. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
0 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2020 BMW i8
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0 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2020 BMW i8
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0 Investigations for 2020 BMW i8
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12 Service Alerts for 2020 BMW i8
| Date | Description |
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| 2022-05-01 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. The Headunit High 2 (HU-H2), also called N Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-09-01 | 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. The Headunit High 2 (HU-H2), also called N Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-05-01 | 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TELEMATICS UNIT DEACTIVATION DUE TO 3G CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY DISCONTINUATION: The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provide Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-11-01 | 136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full: Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full.There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-11-01 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full: Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full.There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-04-01 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
DIAGNOSING NON FUNCTIONING eDRIVE: Vehicle will not go into “eDrive”. No pertinent electric drivetrain fault codes to assist with diagnosis. “eDrive” may be greyed-out in the Central Information Display (CID) and is not selectable. MSA deac Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-05-01 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TANK VENTILATION AND MIXTURE CONTROL FAULTS STORED IN THE DME: The Engine Malfunction Warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in the DME. All models: FC 191C02 – Fuel tank ventilation system 2nd discharge p Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-01 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BMW TURBOCORD PORTABLE EV 120 V/240 V CHARGER: The BMW-approved accessory TurboCord electric vehicle (EV) charger will not charge the vehicle. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-05-01 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CCM DISPLAYED “INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN” CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415 is displayed- “Increased battery drain! // Battery. Electrostatic discharge at standstill / start engine. Energy management” The resul Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-07-01 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
NAVIGATION SYSTEM – REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROADMAP DATA: Do not replace parts and do not program the vehicle. Roads can change by up to 15% every year. To ensure the best navigation experience, we do everything in our power to creat Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-07-01 | 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: Ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied, noticeable at low speeds. The vehicle must be moving. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-07-01 | 200000 WHEELS
TICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: Ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied, noticeable at low speeds. The vehicle must be moving. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
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