BMW issued a recall notice for more than 14,000 electric vehicles for a software malfunction that could lead to a power loss and an increased risk of a crash.
The recall covers certain iX SUVs and i4 and i7 sedans produced between October 14th, 2021, and October 28th, 2022.
The software issue relates to the high voltage battery electronic control unit.
According to BMW:
“The high voltage battery electronic control unit software may, during certain vehicle operating conditions, cause an interruption of electrical power. Specifically, a misdiagnosis can sporadically occur within the battery management electronics, which could cause the electronic control unit to reset. If a reset occurs, this could cause an interruption of electrical power.”
The company discovered the problem through its own internal quality control process and is not reporting any incidents, crashes, or injuries as a result of the recall.
BMW owners can continue to drive their vehicles while waiting for a software update to fix the problem, the automaker says.
With rise in EV sales, recall notices have risen from multiple companies such as Ford and Tesla.
