BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive50
— Recall Campaign #22V541000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive50, iX M60, 2022 i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 vehicles. The high voltage battery may have internal damage, resulting in an electrical short-circuit.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 367 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
22V541000
| Manufacturer: | BMW of North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 27, 2022 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 22V541000 |
| Units affected: | 367 |
- Description:
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive50, iX M60, 2022 i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 vehicles. The high voltage battery may have internal damage, resulting in an electrical short-circuit.
- Consequeces:
- A short-circuit in a high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- Owners are advised not to drive or charge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 23, 2022. A second letter will be mailed when remedy parts become available. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Owners will also be contacted by phone.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.