BMW affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the front side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights.
The short version
BMW of North America, LLC reported a problem with the exterior lighting. Here is what owners need to know.
The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the front side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 15V-520.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2012–2015 | BMW 320i |
| 2014–2015 | BMW 328d |
| 2012–2015 | BMW 328i |
| 2012–2015 | BMW 328xi |
| 2012–2015 | BMW 335i |
| 2012–2015 | BMW 335xi |
| 2012–2015 | BMW ActiveHybrid 3 |
What changed
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