BMW 2022 BMW Z4 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2022 BMW Z4
Brand
BMW
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2022
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2022 BMW Z4 vehicles due to electrical system:software issues. Unintentionally closing the windows or sunroof without the key present can increase the risk of injury to occupants inside the vehicle..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
BMW of North Americal, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 8 Series Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Convertible (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Gran Coupe (840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, Alpine B8 xDrive), 2 Series Coupe (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i xDrive, M2), and 2022-2023 Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i vehicles. When the digital key is removed from the vehicle, the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software may still allow the power windows and sunroof to be closed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-operated Window Systems."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Unintentionally closing the windows or sunroof without the key present can increase the risk of injury to occupants inside the vehicle.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026