CarRecallWatch- Component
- VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive45e, and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle which could allow water to enter the vehicle and contact electrical components, possibly resulting in a short-circuit.
- Risk
- An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the windshield seal and as necessary, remove and reinstall the windshield with a new seal, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2022. 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The windshield on certain vehicles may not have been properly bonded to the body. This could allow water to enter the vehicle and reach electrical components, which may cause a short circuit.
An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their vehicle checked promptly.
An authorized dealer will inspect the windshield seal and, if needed, remove and reinstall the windshield with a new seal at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2022. You can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417, and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW X5 | 2023 |
|---|---|
| BMW X7 | 2023 |