The 2021 BMW 228i has 3 recalls, the most serious involving a seat belt retractor that may not function correctly during a crash, raising the risk of injury to the occupant.
A software issue in the audio module can prevent the seat belt warning chime from sounding, meaning the driver may not receive an audible reminder to buckle up before driving. The sunroof also has a recall: if the driver starts an automatic closure and then turns the key to off or lock, the sunroof can continue closing on its own, posing a pinch or injury risk to anyone in the way.
At a glance
What can fail
The receiver audio module software may fail to produce audible seat belt warning alerts to the driver.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the receiver audio module software at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The passenger seat belt retractor may unlock too early before the belt fully retracts, reducing crash protection.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
When you start closing the sunroof automatically and then turn off the vehicle key, the sunroof may keep closing instead of stopping.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the sunroof software at no cost to stop this behavior.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
