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How do I add an emergency contact to my BMW ConnectedDrive account?

An emergency contact provides us with the information we need to contact someone in the event of an emergency with your vehicle.

 

Perform the following to add an emergency contact to your account:

  1. Log into My Garage
  2. Under "My Vehicles" select "View vehicle profile"
  3. Scroll down to the BMW ConnectedDrive section and choose "Settings"
  4. "Emergency Contact"
  5. "Add Emergency Contact"
  6. Fill out the form
  7. "Save"

 

Please note:  This information is requested when contacting BMW Assist as an authentication requirement.

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