NHTSA recall 23V-479 (23V479000)
electrical system recall reported July 12, 2023 - about 384 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V479000
- Also written as
- 23V-479
- Reported
- July 12, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~384
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 740i, 760i xDrive and i7 xDrive60 vehicles equipped with an Interaction Bar. The Interaction Bar, located on the dashboard, may not activate the windshield defrosting/defogging system and/or the hazard warning lights. In addition, those control buttons may not illuminate when pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems", and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Why it is dangerous
The inability to operate the defrost or hazard warning lights can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will replace the Interaction Bar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2023. 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 23V-479 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.