2013 BMW 550XI RECALL - #15V188000
RECALL FOR EXTERIOR LIGHTING
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2013 BMW 550XI |
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| Manufacturer |
BMW of North America, LLC |
| Manufactured between |
1/30/2013 - 6/28/2013 |
| Recalled on |
3/31/2015 |
| Influenced by |
BMW of North America, LLC |
| Owners Notified on |
7/27/2017 |
| # Affected |
13,443 |
| Recalled for |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
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| Description |
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." |
| Consequences |
The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. 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.safercar.gov. |
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