BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2020 X3 sDrive40i
— Recall Campaign #20V443000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 sDrive40i, X3 xDrive40i and X3M40i vehicles. These vehicles were not programmed with rearview camera software during assembly, therefore, when the transmission is shifted to reverse, a rearview image is not displayed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 5 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
20V443000
| Manufacturer: | BMW of North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 29, 2020 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 20V443000 |
| Units affected: | 5 |
- Description:
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 sDrive40i, X3 xDrive40i and X3M40i vehicles. These vehicles were not programmed with rearview camera software during assembly, therefore, when the transmission is shifted to reverse, a rearview image is not displayed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
- Consequeces:
- An inoperative rearview camera display can increase the risk of a crash when reversing.
- Corrective action:
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will program the affected vehicles with rearview camera software, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. All vehicles have been remedied as of November 9, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.