NHTSA recall 22V-541 (22V541000)
electrical system recall reported July 27, 2022 - about 367 vehicles affected.
NHTSA marks this campaign DO NOT DRIVE and PARK OUTSIDE.
Stop driving the vehicle until the recall repair is done. Park outdoors, away from buildings - the defect carries a fire risk even while parked. Contact your dealer immediately; the repair is free.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V541000
- Also written as
- 22V-541
- Reported
- July 27, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~367
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
A short-circuit in a high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-541 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 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.