2021 BMW Models: Incorrect Surround View Parking Images
BMW has issued a manufacturer communication (NHTSA ID 10184594) for 2021 models, addressing issues where surround view and rearview camera images may display incorrectly in the Central Information Display after programming. This TSB helps technicians resolve sporadic camera concerns.
Also applies to
- BMW 330e
- 2021
- BMW 430i
- 2021
- BMW 530e
- 2021
- BMW 530i
- 2021
- BMW 540i
- 2021
- BMW 740i
- 2021
- BMW 840i
- 2021
- BMW M340i
- 2021
- BMW M440i
- 2021
- BMW M5
- 2021
- BMW M550i
- 2021
- BMW M760i
- 2021
- BMW M8
- 2021
- BMW M850i
- 2021
- BMW X3
- 2021
- BMW X4
- 2021
- BMW X5
- 2021
- BMW X6
- 2021
- BMW X7
- 2021
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Symptoms
Owners of certain 2021 BMW models may experience issues with their vehicle's camera systems. The primary symptom is "SURROUND VIEW - PARKING VIEW IMAGES DISPLAYED INCORRECTLY". This can manifest as various sporadic concerns affecting both the rearview camera and the surround view (top view) camera images displayed in the Central Information Display (CID).
Diagnosis and Trigger Conditions
This issue typically arises after programming has been performed on the vehicle. The incorrect display of camera images becomes noticeable when the driver shifts the vehicle into reverse. The manufacturer communication highlights that these concerns can be sporadic, meaning they may not occur consistently.
Manufacturer's Communication
BMW has issued a manufacturer communication, identified by NHTSA ID 101844594, to address these camera display problems. This technical service bulletin (TSB) informs technicians about the potential for incorrect parking view images after programming. The communication pertains to the BACK OVER PREVENTION component, which includes the rearview and surround view camera systems.
This 2021 BMW 330i manufacturer_communication provides guidance to dealerships on how to handle these specific camera malfunctions, ensuring proper diagnosis and resolution. It aims to prevent and correct instances where camera images are displayed incorrectly in the CID.
What Owners Should Do
If you own a 2021 BMW model and experience sporadic or incorrect rearview or surround view camera images, especially after any recent vehicle programming, it is recommended to contact your authorized BMW dealer. Inform them about the symptoms you are observing. They will be able to diagnose the issue using the information provided in the manufacturer's communication NHTSA ID 10184594 and perform any necessary repairs or software updates.
Source: NHTSA ID 10184594
Frequently Asked Questions
- What specific camera issues are covered by this BMW communication?
- This manufacturer communication addresses "SURROUND VIEW - PARKING VIEW IMAGES DISPLAYED INCORRECTLY," including sporadic concerns with both rearview and surround view (top view) camera images in the Central Information Display.
- Which BMW models are affected by the incorrect parking image issue?
- This issue primarily affects various 2021 BMW models, including the 330i, M760i, 740i, 530e, M8, X5, and many others, as detailed in the manufacturer communication NHTSA ID 10184594.
- What should I do if my 2021 BMW 330i manufacturer_communication is experiencing these camera problems?
- If you experience incorrect or sporadic rearview and surround view camera images after programming or when shifting into reverse, you should contact your authorized BMW dealer for diagnosis and resolution based on the relevant technical service bulletin.
What BMW 330i owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 16 model years.
- 818
- Owner complaints
- 39
- Recalls
- 863
- Service bulletins
- 30
- Crashes reported
- 38
- Fires reported
- 36
- Injuries reported
The 2021 model year
29 complaints, the 10th most of 16 model years on file. Owners reported 1 crash, 3 fires and 1 injury for this year, which also has 7 recalls on file.
Back Over Prevention, the system this article covers, accounts for 3 of 818 complaints (0%).
Complaints by model year
| 2001 | 116 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 45 | |
| 2003 | 77 | |
| 2004 | 113 | |
| 2006 | 219 | |
| 2017 | 42 | |
| 2018 | 32 | |
| 2019 | 41 | |
| 2020 | 53 | |
| 2021 | 29 |
Most-reported systems
- Air Bags — 246
- Exterior Lighting — 153
- Electrical System — 132
- Engine — 89
- Power Train — 44
Latest recalls for the 2021 model year
- 26V056000 — Electrical System (Jan 2026)
- 25V636000 — Electrical System (Sep 2025) — Park outside
- 23V584000 — Electrical System (Aug 2023)
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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