BMW of North America, LLC is recalling one 2022 745e hybrid electric vehicle
— Recall Campaign #22V683000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2022 745e hybrid electric vehicle. The high voltage battery may have been produced with a battery cell electrode that was improperly sized during the laser cutting process, which may result in an electrical short-circuit.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 16 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
22V683000
| Manufacturer: | BMW of North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 13, 2022 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 22V683000 |
| Units affected: | 16 |
- Description:
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2022 745e hybrid electric vehicle. The high voltage battery may have been produced with a battery cell electrode that was improperly sized during the laser cutting process, which may result in an electrical short-circuit.
- Consequeces:
- A short-circuit in the battery cell can increase the risk of fire.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will replace the affected battery cell module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on November 30, 2022. Owners were contacted by phone and by First Class mail on October 28, 2022. 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.nhtsa.gov.