ID9 - Feedback / Updates / Bugs

smileitsdave · 10-15-2023, 03:41 PM

Exactly the same issue with Id9, so frustrating when i have used the my Samsung phone on several other manufactures vehicles. Tried all the suggestions such as unsparing, latest software versions etc etc. Ironically it has worked once and while it did for a week or so the reversing camera features stopped working.

Shx5000 · 10-16-2023, 05:38 PM

Quick update on my car... as it is now basically a "brick" after the failed iDrive 9 software update (no functions work - including releasing the handbrake), they had to rescue it using a remote-controlled lifting robot. At least the robot was pretty cool...

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timesone · 10-16-2023, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Shx5000

Quick update on my car... as it is now basically a "brick" after the failed iDrive 9 software update (no functions work - including releasing the handbrake), they had to rescue it using a remote-controlled lifting robot. At least the robot was pretty cool...

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Wow that’s impressive… sorry about your x1, thanks for the pic

Bodgeit1 · 10-17-2023, 05:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Shx5000

Quick update on my car... as it is now basically a "brick" after the failed iDrive 9 software update (no functions work - including releasing the handbrake), they had to rescue it using a remote-controlled lifting robot. At least the robot was pretty cool...

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its like something out of Danger UXB

timesone · 10-17-2023, 05:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Bodgeit1

its like something out of Danger UXB

The abbreviation is eerie… Danger U(r)X(1)B(ricked)

greaseham · 10-19-2023, 02:37 AM

Checked my car today after the latest update downloaded at the weekend. For the past few days iDrive had been saying “awaiting activation”. Now it’s back to “search for updates” and that it’s the old version of ID9 (prior to 07.2023.53). Guess BMW have pulled it due to all the problems.

At this point, what are the chances of BMW facing a “class action” given they forced what is clearly beta software onto owners and then proceeded to “brick” their cars with a botched update to said beta (not in all cases, in fairness)? I mean, who actually has 100% confidence in their X1s right now?

Tomduck · 10-19-2023, 02:40 AM

don’t kid yourself this is a BMW specific issue, all forums are full of this nonsense with software. The industry is rife with it, whether you’re in a Volvo and Audi or whatever and is why until I get my car serviced in a few years I probably won’t update my software …

MontyB1 · 10-19-2023, 04:56 AM

It's poor that updates do this no sugar coating it at all, whilst ours have been fine others most certainly haven't been. BMW are learning as many others are but these sorts of errors should be tested more than they are, they should give 20 people 5 years free servicing to take the beta release updates, the fact that many on ID9 are feeling like beta testers for the rest of the world is a case in point.

Maybe someone should write to Autocar / Auto Express etc. Having a glitch is one thing having a completely immobile car as a result of an update something on a whole other level.

beemerboy · 10-19-2023, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by MontyB1

Maybe someone should write to Autocar / Auto Express etc. Having a glitch is one thing having a completely immobile car as a result of an update something on a whole other level.

Exactly this. The whole of UK is being used by BMW as guinea pigs for their new buggy ID9, at best its an inconvenience, at worst its downright dangerous.

If there is any cause for condemnatory journalism this is it.

Tomduck · 10-20-2023, 02:14 AM

Contact “Moneybox” or BBC watchdog, they’re the media with teeth for this kind of stuff.

I’m lucky that my id9 is behaving itself, but am conciious that it only works until it doesn’t…

Kosymodo · 10-20-2023, 03:59 AM

Hey folks - first post here

I have an iX1 arriving on 30 Oct. I already have the VIN, and can see the production date of the car was 30/9/23. Does this mean I'm likely to have ID9?

Kosymodo · 10-20-2023, 04:58 AM

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Originally Posted by MAPMAN48

YES!

Hmmmm...not sure if this is good news, based on what I've been reading the past half hour

MontyB1 · 10-20-2023, 05:48 AM

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Originally Posted by MAPMAN48

I asked them to put this in writing, they wouldn't, so it went back to where it came from.

also see:https://www.manchestereveningnews.co...r-bmw-25797598
https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/ham...quest-14602598

I feel for you but now you know why I (and at least 3 others I know of) got rid for a full refund after 4 weeks of ownership and lived happily ever after.

I will be frank and currently see you as a troll on the forum, maybe that is how you want to come across. This is a forum to help BMW X1 U11 owners, by all means do that or leave and walk away as you have with your car.

Don’t rant back it really doesn’t matter what you say you are being corrosive now.

MontyB1 · 10-20-2023, 05:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Kosymodo

Hey folks - first post here

I have an iX1 arriving on 30 Oct. I already have the VIN, and can see the production date of the car was 30/9/23. Does this mean I'm likely to have ID9?

Put your VIN in one of the BMW decoders it should tell you what you have fitted for certain.

COOLGREANY · 10-20-2023, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by MAPMAN48

I (and at least 3 others I know of) got rid for a full refund after 4 weeks of ownership and lived happily ever after.

So, you're no longer an X1 owner?

Tomduck · 10-20-2023, 09:22 AM

Mapman handed his keys back and walked away.

With all modern cars in this class you will have issues with the computer software ranging from things you probably wouldn’t notice, some mildly annoying, having to occasionally reset the “computer” or getting an outright lemon.

I know people with Mercedes, JLR, Volvo and Audi SUVs with the latest models and they have a similar hit rate of issues, this is now the nature of the beast with modern technology cars. Read their forums and you will diacover similar issues.

If you’re lucky like me (and I have id9) the car is a dream, if you have a lemon then of course the opposite is true. You have no way of knowing whichever brand you go with if yours will be a hassle free life or not but bear in mind that you tend to find the worst examples/issues on forums as that is where people go to vent their frustrations and seek advice.

I wouldn’t let anyones extreme misfortune on a forum put you off if you love the way the car looks and drives.

Kosymodo · 10-20-2023, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by MontyB1

Put your VIN in one of the BMW decoders it should tell you what you have fitted for certain.

I did that - no mention of what version of ID it has

MontyB1 · 10-20-2023, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Kosymodo

I did that - no mention of what version of ID it has

Oh really I thought outs did, some have tried downloading the manual but that was inconclusive as well for many. Might have to be wait and see.

Kosymodo · 10-20-2023, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by MontyB1

Oh really I thought outs did, some have tried downloading the manual but that was inconclusive as well for many. Might have to be wait and see.

The question is, can I handle the suspense? Lol!

Shx5000 · 10-25-2023, 04:06 AM

An update on my X1 that failed to update iDrive 9 and had to be rescued a week and a half ago: they have replaced the DME (onboard computer) after being unable to recover the current one and also the 12V battery as the new DME was complaining about it. It’s being tested today and I’ll get it back today/tomorrow…

Kosymodo · 10-25-2023, 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Shx5000

An update on my X1 that failed to update iDrive 9 and had to be rescued a week and a half ago: they have replaced the DME (onboard computer) after being unable to recover the current one and also the 12V battery as the new DME was complaining about it. It’s being tested today and I’ll get it back today/tomorrow…

Wow, that's a lotta hassle for what should have been a simple upgrade!

MontyB1 · 10-28-2023, 02:57 PM

For those that ask will id8 be upgraded to id9, we all know it won’t but 8.5, probably not.

But this article points to a little clarification that some ‘could’ get id8.5 from id8 but when and how, unclear and they don’t seem in a hurry for the 2series x1 etc.

https://www.bmwblog.com/2023/10/25/n...-and-4-series/

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smileitsdave Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: F30 BMW Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Exactly the same issue with Id9, so frustrating when i have used the my Samsung phone on several other manufactures vehicles. Tried all the suggestions such as unsparing, latest software versions etc etc. Ironically it has worked once and while it did for a week or so the reversing camera features stopped working.
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10-16-2023, 05:38 PM	#112
Shx5000 New Member 23 Rep 18 Posts Drives: BMW X1 (U11/iDrive9) Join Date: Jul 2023 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Quick update on my car... as it is now basically a "brick" after the failed iDrive 9 software update (no functions work - including releasing the handbrake), they had to rescue it using a remote-controlled lifting robot. At least the robot was pretty cool...
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10-19-2023, 02:37 AM	#116
greaseham New Member 11 Rep 28 Posts Drives: X1 (U11) 23i Xdrive M-Sport Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Scotland iTrader: (0) Garage List 2020 BMW M135i xDri ... [0.00] 2020 BMW M135i xDrive [0.00]	Checked my car today after the latest update downloaded at the weekend. For the past few days iDrive had been saying “awaiting activation”. Now it’s back to “search for updates” and that it’s the old version of ID9 (prior to 07.2023.53). Guess BMW have pulled it due to all the problems. At this point, what are the chances of BMW facing a “class action” given they forced what is clearly beta software onto owners and then proceeded to “brick” their cars with a botched update to said beta (not in all cases, in fairness)? I mean, who actually has 100% confidence in their X1s right now?
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10-19-2023, 02:40 AM	#117
Tomduck Lieutenant 401 Rep 556 Posts Drives: U11 X1 18d Msport Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	don’t kid yourself this is a BMW specific issue, all forums are full of this nonsense with software. The industry is rife with it, whether you’re in a Volvo and Audi or whatever and is why until I get my car serviced in a few years I probably won’t update my software …
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10-19-2023, 04:56 AM	#118
MontyB1 Lieutenant Colonel 1421 Rep 1,815 Posts Drives: BMW X3 Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	It's poor that updates do this no sugar coating it at all, whilst ours have been fine others most certainly haven't been. BMW are learning as many others are but these sorts of errors should be tested more than they are, they should give 20 people 5 years free servicing to take the beta release updates, the fact that many on ID9 are feeling like beta testers for the rest of the world is a case in point. Maybe someone should write to Autocar / Auto Express etc. Having a glitch is one thing having a completely immobile car as a result of an update something on a whole other level.
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Tomduck Lieutenant 401 Rep 556 Posts Drives: U11 X1 18d Msport Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Contact “Moneybox” or BBC watchdog, they’re the media with teeth for this kind of stuff. I’m lucky that my id9 is behaving itself, but am conciious that it only works until it doesn’t…
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10-20-2023, 03:59 AM	#121
Kosymodo Private First Class 43 Rep 115 Posts Drives: iX1 xDrive30 M Sport Join Date: Oct 2023 Location: Warminster iTrader: (0)	Hey folks - first post here I have an iX1 arriving on 30 Oct. I already have the VIN, and can see the production date of the car was 30/9/23. Does this mean I'm likely to have ID9?
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10-20-2023, 09:22 AM	#126
Tomduck Lieutenant 401 Rep 556 Posts Drives: U11 X1 18d Msport Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Mapman handed his keys back and walked away. With all modern cars in this class you will have issues with the computer software ranging from things you probably wouldn’t notice, some mildly annoying, having to occasionally reset the “computer” or getting an outright lemon. I know people with Mercedes, JLR, Volvo and Audi SUVs with the latest models and they have a similar hit rate of issues, this is now the nature of the beast with modern technology cars. Read their forums and you will diacover similar issues. If you’re lucky like me (and I have id9) the car is a dream, if you have a lemon then of course the opposite is true. You have no way of knowing whichever brand you go with if yours will be a hassle free life or not but bear in mind that you tend to find the worst examples/issues on forums as that is where people go to vent their frustrations and seek advice. I wouldn’t let anyones extreme misfortune on a forum put you off if you love the way the car looks and drives.
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10-25-2023, 04:06 AM	#130
Shx5000 New Member 23 Rep 18 Posts Drives: BMW X1 (U11/iDrive9) Join Date: Jul 2023 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	An update on my X1 that failed to update iDrive 9 and had to be rescued a week and a half ago: they have replaced the DME (onboard computer) after being unable to recover the current one and also the 12V battery as the new DME was complaining about it. It’s being tested today and I’ll get it back today/tomorrow…
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MontyB1 Lieutenant Colonel 1421 Rep 1,815 Posts Drives: BMW X3 Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	For those that ask will id8 be upgraded to id9, we all know it won’t but 8.5, probably not. But this article points to a little clarification that some ‘could’ get id8.5 from id8 but when and how, unclear and they don’t seem in a hurry for the 2series x1 etc. https://www.bmwblog.com/2023/10/25/n...-and-4-series/
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