2020 M550i Issue w/ key fob

dalia6 · 12-16-2019, 02:15 PM

Anyone having any issues that "key is missing" after starting car up?
Car is fine but it's sensing that the key fob is not present even though it is.

I also have an issue sometimes with the trunk not closing- thin it's key fob related as well

LogicalApex · 12-16-2019, 02:16 PM

Change the battery? Otherwise, have the dealer investigate since you have ample warranty left.

I haven't had any key fob messages on my MY2020 530e.

Skyrider01 · 12-16-2019, 10:55 PM

I get the message quite frequently, but when I do the FOB is in my pocket. Car always starts though.

LuvMyE92 · 12-17-2019, 08:23 AM

I've had some issues, brought it in for service and they performed an update. I still have the occasional problem trying to open the trunk and the car doesn't "see" the fob, but if I take it out of my man purse (it's in a pocket with two layers of leather and sometimes my wallet blocking the signal) it will work. I've never had a similar problem with other cars, including BMW.

I replaced the battery in one of the fobs, but forgot which one. LOL.

VirtualGuitars · 12-17-2019, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by LuvMyE92

I've had some issues, brought it in for service and they performed an update. I still have the occasional problem trying to open the trunk and the car doesn't "see" the fob, but if I take it out of my man purse (it's in a pocket with two layers of leather and sometimes my wallet blocking the signal) it will work. I've never had a similar problem with other cars, including BMW.

I replaced the battery in one of the fobs, but forgot which one. LOL.

Now you're obligated to post a picture of this man purse!

LuvMyE92 · 12-18-2019, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by VirtualGuitars

Now you're obligated to post a picture of this man purse!

It's actually a messenger bag, but man purse sounds so much better!

Many of you guys will laugh, and yes I get some looks, but I can carry my keys, wallet, laptop, pens, business cards, checkbooks, and still look slim and fashionable with no lumpy pants pockets.

This one (click here) is the same model, but I have a lighter colored tan edition.

VirtualGuitars · 12-18-2019, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by LuvMyE92

Quote:

Originally Posted by VirtualGuitars

Now you're obligated to post a picture of this man purse!

It's actually a messenger bag, but man purse sounds so much better!

Many of you guys will laugh, and yes I get some looks, but I can carry my keys, wallet, laptop, pens, business cards, checkbooks, and still look slim and fashionable with no lumpy pants pockets.

This one (click here) is the same model, but I have a lighter colored tan edition.

It's all good, man! It gave me an excuse to post this:

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LogicalApex Colonel 2026 Rep 2,946 Posts Drives: 2020 BMW 530xe Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Farmington, NY iTrader: (0) Garage List 2020 BMW 530xe [0.00]	Change the battery? Otherwise, have the dealer investigate since you have ample warranty left. I haven't had any key fob messages on my MY2020 530e. Last edited by LogicalApex; 12-16-2019 at 03:40 PM..
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Skyrider01 Second Lieutenant 159 Rep 263 Posts Drives: 2019 M550ix, 2020 330i Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Ft Lauderdale, FL iTrader: (0)	I get the message quite frequently, but when I do the FOB is in my pocket. Car always starts though.
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LuvMyE92 Occasionally frequent poster 3000 Rep 2,744 Posts Drives: CT5V-Blackwing Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: RTP NC, USA iTrader: (0)	I've had some issues, brought it in for service and they performed an update. I still have the occasional problem trying to open the trunk and the car doesn't "see" the fob, but if I take it out of my man purse (it's in a pocket with two layers of leather and sometimes my wallet blocking the signal) it will work. I've never had a similar problem with other cars, including BMW. I replaced the battery in one of the fobs, but forgot which one. LOL. __________________ Current inventory: F22 & G05 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing w/3 pedals Past: E24,E28(3),E34,E36,E37,E38(2),E39(4),E46,E89,E92 (obviously),F01,F06,F10,F30,F87,G12,G30(2),G82(2)
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