NHTSA recall 20V-528 (20V528000)
exterior lighting recall reported September 1, 2020 - about 307 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V528000
- Also written as
- 20V-528
- Reported
- September 1, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~307
- Component
- exterior lighting
What is being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X6 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M, X7 M50i and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The headlamps may allow a blue light to illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Why it is dangerous
Oncoming drivers may be confused by the blue light of approaching vehicles, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamps and, if necessary, replace them, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-528 when calling a dealer.
Affected 3 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.