2022-2023 BMW 430i / i4 Range Display Issue TSB
A manufacturer communication (NHTSA ID 10235197) addresses a concern where 2022-2023 BMW 430i and i4 owners might notice a loss of the estimated electric driving range display in the instrument cluster after a specific software programming.
Also applies to
- BMW i4
- 2022–2023
Owners of certain 2022-2023 BMW 430i and i4 vehicles may encounter an issue where the estimated electric driving range is no longer displayed correctly in the instrument cluster (KOMBI). This problem has been linked to a specific software update.
This manufacturer communication (NHTSA ID 10235197) highlights this potential concern, providing information to dealerships regarding the conditions under which this symptom might appear.
Symptoms
The primary symptom reported by owners is a "loss of displayed estimated electric driving range in the instrument cluster (KOMBI)". This means the digital display that normally shows how much electric range is remaining will either be blank, incorrect, or otherwise not function as expected.
Diagnosis / Trigger Conditions
This issue specifically arises "after programming to I-level S18A-22-07-5XX". If your vehicle has recently undergone a software update that included this I-level, and you subsequently notice the range display problem, it is likely related to this manufacturer communication. The 2023 BMW 430i manufacturer_communication indicates this specific software version as a trigger.
Repair Procedure Summary
While the 2023 BMW 430i manufacturer_communication identifies the symptom and its trigger, it implies that the issue is a known software anomaly. Resolving this problem typically involves a subsequent software update or reprogramming of the vehicle's control units to a corrected I-level. This ensures the instrument cluster can accurately calculate and display the estimated electric driving range.
Owner Action
If you own a 2022-2023 BMW 430i or i4 and are experiencing a "loss of displayed estimated electric driving range in the instrument cluster (KOMBI)" after a recent software update, you should contact your authorized BMW dealership. Explain the symptom and mention that you are aware of manufacturer communication NHTSA ID 10235197 regarding this issue. The dealership will be able to diagnose the problem and perform the necessary software updates to restore the correct functionality.
Source: NHTSA ID 10235197
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does 'loss of displayed estimated electric driving range in the instrument cluster (KOMBI)' mean?
- This means your vehicle's dashboard display, specifically the instrument cluster (KOMBI), is not showing the estimated electric driving range correctly or at all. This is a known issue for some BMW models.
- Which BMW models are affected by this range display issue?
- This issue primarily affects 2022-2023 BMW i4 and 2023 BMW 430i vehicles, particularly after a specific software update.
- What causes the electric range display to disappear or be incorrect?
- The problem is linked to programming the vehicle to 'I-level S18A-22-07-5XX'. This specific software version can introduce an anomaly that affects the estimated electric driving range display.
- What should I do if my BMW has this range display problem?
- You should contact your BMW dealership. They can diagnose the issue and perform a software update or reprogramming to a corrected I-level to resolve the 'loss of displayed estimated electric driving range' symptom.
What BMW 430i owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 10 model years.
- 127
- Owner complaints
- 17
- Recalls
- 509
- Service bulletins
- 11
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 11
- Injuries reported
The 2023 model year
3 complaints, the 8th most of 10 model years on file. Owners reported 0 crashes, 0 fires and 0 injuries for this year, which also has 2 recalls on file.
Electrical System, the system this article covers, accounts for 27 of 127 complaints (21%), including 1 for 2023.
Complaints by model year
| 2017 | 25 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 36 | |
| 2019 | 24 | |
| 2020 | 5 | |
| 2021 | 15 | |
| 2022 | 8 | |
| 2023 | 3 | |
| 2024 | 2 | |
| 2025 | 7 | |
| 2026 | 2 |
Most-reported systems
- Engine — 38
- Electrical System — 27
- Engine And Engine Cooling — 17
- Air Bags — 14
- Power Train — 13
Latest recalls for the 2023 model year
- 26V056000 — Electrical System (Jan 2026)
- 23V118000 — Electrical System (Feb 2023)
Recent owner reports about electrical system
Read owner complaints →The contact owns a 2023 BMW 430i. The contact received notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V056000 (Electrical System). The contact stated that that on several occasions when starting the vehicle there was a hesitation while starting the vehicle.
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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