BMW Keyless Theft Vulnerability by Model & Year
Image: BMW 6 series ignition key fob for F06, F10, F11, F12, F13, F01, F02 models Keyless entry was designed to make life easier. Walk up to the car, pull the handle, and drive away. No buttons, no hassle. Unfortunately, that same convenience has also made certain BMWs more attractive to thieves. Keyless theft isn’t a BMW-only problem, but BMW’s wide adoption of Comfort Access across many models means owners regularly ask the same question: Which BMWs are most vulnerable, and does the model year matter? This article explains BMW keyless theft vulnerability by model and year, based on police guidance in the UK, insurance data, and real-world owner reports. How BMW Keyless Theft Actually Works Most modern BMWs use a system often referred to as keyless entry or Comfort Access. In simple terms: the car constantly searches for the BMW key when the key is nearby, doors unlock the engine starts once the key is detected inside Thieves exploit this by using a relay attack. They don’t need the ...
