BMW 7 SERIES SALOON recall: The seat module control unit controls the seat functions and after initialisation continuously transmits the seat position to the airbag control unit. A software error can lead to the loss of the initialisation function.
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The �seat module� control unit controls the seat functions and after initialisation continuously transmits the seat position to the airbag control unit. A software error can lead to the loss of the initialisation function.
- What to do
- Contact a BMW dealer to book the free repair. Program the seat module control unit for all seats.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The �seat module� control unit controls the seat functions and after initialisation continuously transmits the seat position to the airbag control unit. A software error can lead to the loss of the initialisation function.
The fix
Program the seat module control unit for all seats.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 SERIES SALOON | 25 Feb 2022 | 17 Jan 2023 | 48 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 21 February 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.