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2021 BMW X5 Recall - Campaign #20V761000

 
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2021 BMW X5 RECALL - #20V761000

RECALL FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM : 12V/24V/48V BATTERY

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 M340i xDrive, M440i xDrive Coupe, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 840i Gran Coupe, 840i xDrive Gran Coupe, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator may not have been assembled properly, which can cause increased electrical resistance at the connections.

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Recall Details
Vehicle 2021 BMW X5
Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC
Manufactured between 1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900
Recalled on 12/10/2020
Influenced by BMW of North America, LLC
Owners Notified on 3/30/2021
# Affected 812
Recalled for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
 
Description BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 M340i xDrive, M440i xDrive Coupe, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 840i Gran Coupe, 840i xDrive Gran Coupe, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator may not have been assembled properly, which can cause increased electrical resistance at the connections.
Consequences Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective action BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 12, 2021. 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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