[Xeno]

I copied the post below from a thread I have not been able to find again. In any event, anyone know if this campaign was initiated today as projected?

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V684000
Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC
Components BACK OVER PREVENTION
Potential Number of Units Affected 257,473
Summary
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles.
The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 19, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.

[roadkillrob]

The issues this same type thing about a month ago, maybe they added more models into it as this is new.

[dan321]

The recall was started a few weeks ago.

[TurtleBoy]

I don't have it listed for mine on MyBMW or on NHSTA. I wonder if it is more than just software related and can be affected by hardware.

Edit: Perhaps 07/2019.55 has the fix in so that is why the recall is not listed.

[randybobandy]

Originally Posted by TurtleBoy

I don't have it listed for mine on MyBMW or on NHSTA. I wonder if it is more than just software related and can be affected by hardware.

Edit: Perhaps 07/2019.55 has the fix in so that is why the recall is not listed.

Mine didn’t show up either, and when it went to the dealer it didn’t need any sort of recall fix. I thought it was all vehicles on the listed models, but I guess not.

[TurtleBoy]

Originally Posted by randybobandy

Mine didn’t show up either, and when it went to the dealer it didn’t need any sort of recall fix. I thought it was all vehicles on the listed models, but I guess not.

They probably took care of the problem in a 07/2019.xx release and now the recall kicks in for those who have not received it. I think the 2020s had .32 when they first started being delivered so it would be interesting to see what version people who have the recall listed are running.

[Hchhuor]

B663319 Recall: Program Control Units (Rearview Camera) - 0066350100 -

I got done November 04, 2019

[rmorin1249]

I received this notice yesterday in the mail but my software was updated several weeks ago to .53. I am due for my first annual service in February so I will mention it then. I have not noticed any issues with my camera so at this point it is a non-issue.

[homerrr]

Originally Posted by rmorin1249

I received this notice yesterday in the mail but my software was updated several weeks ago to .53. I am due for my first annual service in February so I will mention it then. I have noticed any issues with my camera so at this point it is a non-issue.

They are allowed to do your service early to combine it with other visits, which is good because you may be able to squeeze an extra "free" service in that way, so you don't have to wait till februari

[rmorin1249]

Plan to schedule my annual service in January so I can go to the PA Car Show in Harrisburg while it's being serviced.

[randybobandy]

I can only speak for the US, but there is a new software version above 07/2019.70...not sure if it is 11/2019.xx, but I have it going in 12/23. When I spoke with my SA, he mentioned there was something new, but I didn't get anymore information. I figured I would give it a couple weeks to see if we get RSUs or if something new comes out.

Hoping to avoid the trip in!

[TurtleBoy]

Originally Posted by rmorin1249

I received this notice yesterday in the mail but my software was updated several weeks ago to .53. I am due for my first annual service in February so I will mention it then. I have noticed any issues with my camera so at this point it is a non-issue.

You should be fine since I believe .53 has the recall fix in it. You wouldn’t have noticed the problem unless you were fooling around with the brightness and contrast settings.

[nosnoop]

So for this recall, they would upgrade the whole iDrive software?

[homerrr]

Originally Posted by TurtleBoy

You should be fine since I believe .53 has the recall fix in it. You wouldn't have noticed the problem unless you were fooling around with the brightness and contrast settings.

.53 didn't have the recall. I have .55 and need to bring it in for the recall

[mrjoed2]

If BMW would get their act together on the OTA updates - (at least on the 2020's where it is supposed to work) this would be a non issue.

[TurtleBoy]

Originally Posted by homerrr

.53 didn't have the recall. I have .55 and need to bring it in for the recall

I'm pretty sure it does. I have .55 and do not have to do the recall.

Edit: .53 does contain the recall. Here are the notes from lumpydog's service report:

"0066350100 B663319 Recall: Program Control Units (Rearview Camera) B66 33 19 19V-684 SIB 663319 states that vehicle needs to be programmes if I-level is lower than S18A-19-07-553 (where I-Level is your software release). Current vehicle I-level is S18A-19-03-535. Vehicle needs to be reprogrammed. "

https://g05.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...14&postcount=3

[homerrr]

Hmm, do you think maybe BMW doesn't have their facts straight then? Nah...impossible, Deutsche Gründlichkeit....

[homerrr]

Oh wait....BMWNA...

[mynewx5]

Originally Posted by homerrr

They are allowed to do your service early to combine it with other visits, which is good because you may be able to squeeze an extra "free" service in that way, so you don't have to wait till februari

Is this a thing? I thought the included maintenance was essentially limited to 3 oil changes. You would have to go in 4 months early each year while remaining under 36K miles to somehow squeeze in a 4th "free" service wouldn't you?

[homerrr]

Originally Posted by mynewx5

Is this a thing? I thought the included maintenance was essentially limited to 3 oil changes. You would have to go in 4 months early each year while remaining under 36K miles to somehow squeeze in a 4th "free" service wouldn't you?

I brought mine in at 7800 miles for the software update and the service manager brought it up and they did the 10k service/oil change. The computer of course adapts the next service moment to be earlier too etc. It's not a guarantee you get a forth one in but you have a good chance. Their computer indicates when you're within the window. According to him it was BMW's effort to minimize people have to be coming in for different things different times.

[Xeno]

I go in tomorrow and the reminder email includes this note:

Factory Recall Campaign - Rearview Camera Latest Software.

I asked about this during previous visits and was told not relevant to my vin so we'll see what happens now.

[JayInVa]

Has anyone had the software update done for this recall? I dropped my X5 off this afternoon to have it done while I was getting the winter tire set put on along with an oil change. I get a call from my SA, saying that they would need it over night because in the process of updating it, the system crashed. Not so thrilled, obviously. I haven't had one thing go wrong in the 5200 miles I've put on it until this (and was on iDrive 3.2019.47). I am NOT looking forward to the potential condition they may have left it in. :/ Keeping my fingers crossed!