BMW 224188
Accelerator pedal module, pedal sensor, sensor 1, sensor 2: Signals implausible
Quick answer
BMW fault code 224188 means: “Accelerator pedal module, pedal sensor, sensor 1, sensor 2: Signals implausible.” Verified evidence links it to a Check Control message stating, “You can continue driving. Drivetrain” (00029) on certain 2023 US BMW i4 vehicles.
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1. What does 224188 mean?
BMW fault code 224188 means: “Accelerator pedal module, pedal sensor, sensor 1, sensor 2: Signals implausible.” Verified evidence links it to a Check Control message stating, “You can continue driving. Drivetrain” (00029) on certain 2023 US BMW i4 vehicles.
2. Technical explanation
The verified manufacturer communication identifies code 224188 as an implausibility condition between accelerator-pedal-module pedal sensor 1 and pedal sensor 2. The available evidence does not establish the underlying failure mechanism, diagnostic procedure, or repair.
3. What system is affected?
Accelerator pedal module / pedal sensors 1 and 2.
4. How serious is this code?
Not yet established by verified evidence. The documented Check Control message says, “You can continue driving. Drivetrain” (00029), but the evidence also notes that a drivability complaint may or may not be present.
5. Symptoms you may notice
- Check Control message: “You can continue driving. Drivetrain” (00029).
- Fault code 224188 stored or displayed.
- A drivability complaint may or may not be present.
6. Possible causes
- An implausible signal relationship between accelerator pedal sensor 1 and sensor 2 is established by the code definition.
- The specific root cause is not yet established by verified evidence.
7. Can I still drive the vehicle?
The verified communication states that the Check Control message says, “You can continue driving. Drivetrain” (00029). Whether continued driving is appropriate in an individual case is not otherwise established by the supplied evidence.
8. Can I charge the vehicle?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
9. What you can safely do
- Record the exact Check Control message and fault code.
- Arrange diagnosis by an authorized BMW service provider.
- If drivability changes are present, use caution and seek service promptly.
10. Step-by-step troubleshooting
- Verified troubleshooting steps are not provided in the supplied evidence.
- Do not attempt high-voltage system repairs based on this code.
11. When to contact service
Contact an authorized BMW service provider for diagnosis, particularly if a drivability complaint occurs or the drivetrain message remains present.
12. What the service center may check
- Confirm fault code 224188 and the associated Check Control message.
- Further service checks are not yet established by verified evidence.
13. Possible repair or resolution
- A verified repair resolution is not provided in the supplied evidence.
14. Affected vehicles
- BMW i4 · 2023 · US
15. Related TSBs / service bulletins
- NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 11018728, BMW bulletin B610625, published May 29, 2025. It documents CCM “You can continue driving. Drivetrain” (00029) together with fault code 224188 and notes that a drivability complaint may or may not occur.
16. Recall information
- No recall information was supplied as verified evidence.
17. Official manufacturer information
Official source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 11018728, BMW B610625: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/ffdd/tsbs/TSBS_RECEIVED_2025-2026.zip#nhtsa_id=11018728. Verified applicability: 2023 BMW i4, US.
- NHTSA: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 11018728: B610625 · official_tsb
19. Frequently asked questions
What does BMW code 224188 mean?
It means the accelerator pedal module’s pedal sensor 1 and pedal sensor 2 signals are implausible.
Can a 2023 BMW i4 be driven with code 224188?
The documented Check Control message says, “You can continue driving. Drivetrain” (00029). The supplied evidence does not establish further vehicle-specific driving guidance.
Will code 224188 always cause a drivability problem?
No. The verified BMW communication states that there may or may not be a drivability complaint associated with this fault.
Does code 224188 affect charging?
Not yet established by verified evidence.