Discussion
groucho said:
Gaygle said:
BMW have told watchdog that they are making pre-2011 X3/X5's AND are extending this protection to all other models free of charge!
We want a RECALL!!!!With anything software based, there is always going to be a hacker somewhere that can crack it.
handbraketurn said:
You can only assume that is why they've been avoiding it this long because it would be a costly global re-call.
With anything software based, there is always going to be a hacker somewhere that can crack it.
Not really software, though. More alarm detector positioning.With anything software based, there is always going to be a hacker somewhere that can crack it.
As a former owner affected by these thefts, I would encourage all owners of BMWs made between 2005-2011 to call BMW UK customer services on freephone:
0800 083 4397
to discuss your concerns. A major volume of existing customers getting in contact will cause BMW such hassle that they might decide stepping up their proactive communication with customers to fix this, ie a RECALL, is a more sensible way forward.
0800 083 4397
to discuss your concerns. A major volume of existing customers getting in contact will cause BMW such hassle that they might decide stepping up their proactive communication with customers to fix this, ie a RECALL, is a more sensible way forward.
giggity said:
This issue alone stopped me from bothering with a BMW
This is the simplest way to ensure you aren't affected of course. Anyone in the market for something decent at the moment, please avoid BMW. EvoraEvora said:
Loved the extra security devices that you may wish to consider - they produced a 70's Krooklok and a 10cwt wheel clamp!! - are these the proposed BMW security upgrades?
It wasn't a Krooklok but something equally insecure that can be removed more quietly (choices, choices ).Regards other recent comments on this thread, I wonder how big the gap will be between what BMW say and what they actually do. My washing machine has a cycle with the same name as what BMW are trying to do... (Spin.)
aw51 121565 said:
My washing machine has a cycle with the same name as what BMW are trying to do... (Spin.)
Would appear so...........http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
Had an aswerphone message from my mom last night saying she watched Watchdog last night, (i was out and missed it), i own a 2006 120d SE, could my car potentially be a target?, obviously there are thousands of 1 series on the road, and its not exactly a disireable car but nevertheless would be interested to know...
Gazzas86 said:
Had an aswerphone message from my mom last night saying she watched Watchdog last night, (i was out and missed it), i own a 2006 120d SE, could my car potentially be a target?, obviously there are thousands of 1 series on the road, and its not exactly a disireable car but nevertheless would be interested to know...
Well it's like this. Once the joyrider scum get the hold of such tech it will be a free-for-all.So get on to BMW and ask the question and express your concerns.
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