2022-2023 BMW 430i / i4 Range Display Issue TSB

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