Recall 22V240 affects 3,166 2022-2023 BMW Ix vehicles for air bag warning software. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
BMW is recalling 3,166 2022-2023 Ix vehicles because incorrect software can keep the air bag malfunction light and display message from warning the driver about a problem. Without that warning, an air bag or pedestrian protection system issue increases injury risk in a crash; BMW dealers will update the software free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The air bag control unit software in the 2022-2023 BMW Ix is the code that helps the restraint system monitor itself. When the air bag control unit or pedestrian protection system detects a problem, the software is supposed to turn on the air bag malfunction light and show a warning message in the instrument cluster.
On affected vehicles, the supplier programming was not set to BMW specifications. That incorrect software can stop the warning light and message from appearing when a fault is present. The underlying restraint or pedestrian protection fault still matters, but the driver does not get the dashboard alert that is meant to point them to service.
There is no warning sign before failure. Because the defect affects the warning function, an owner should not count on the air bag light or display message to reveal the problem.
Who's affected?
Covers the same air bag control unit software across the 2022 and 2023 model years.
| 2023 BMW Ix | air bag system |
|---|---|
| 2022 BMW Ix | air bag system |
| Units affected | 3,166 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An air bag warning light that fails to alert the driver can hide a restraint system problem. That increases the risk of injury in a crash because the driver has no clear warning to seek service. Schedule the software update soon after confirming your VIN. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 BMW Ix is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the free air bag control unit software reprogramming that corrects the malfunction-light and display-message warning issue.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. If not, reference recall number 22V240 when you call.
- Call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 with questions about scheduling or dealer availability.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a BMW technician reprograms the air bag control unit software. The update is intended to make the air bag malfunction light and display message work when there is a problem with the air bag control or pedestrian protection systems. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Out-of-pocket software repairs for this condition before the owner letter are handled through the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty program, not through a separate reimbursement program.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| April 13, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 13, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| April 13, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 6, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 13, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V240?
Recall 22V240 covers 3,166 2022-2023 BMW Ix vehicles with incorrect air bag control unit software. The air bag malfunction light and display message can fail to alert the driver to a problem with the air bag control or pedestrian protection systems. BMW dealers will reprogram the software for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 BMW Ix is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V240. If it is, contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the air bag control unit software reprogramming. Reference recall number 22V240 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and BMW dealers will reprogram the air bag control unit software free of charge. BMW also listed customer service at 1-800-525-7417 for recall questions.
Is it safe to drive my BMW Ix before the repair?
BMW did not issue do-not-drive instructions for recall 22V240. The safety risk is that the vehicle can fail to warn the driver about an air bag control or pedestrian protection system problem, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Schedule the free software repair promptly.
What if I bought my BMW Ix used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. If BMW did not mail you the June 13, 2022 owner letter, check your VIN and contact a franchised BMW dealer with recall number 22V240.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V240000 |
|---|---|
| BMW customer service | 1-800-525-7417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V240 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V240000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →