CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X7 M60i and XM vehicles. The fasteners that connect the exhaust system and the catalytic converter may not have been tightened correctly.
- Risk
- A loose connection between the exhaust system and catalytic converter increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the gasket between the exhaust system and the catalytic converter, and tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023. 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
Fasteners joining the exhaust system and catalytic converter may not have been tightened correctly, leaving the connection loose.
A loose connection between the exhaust system and the catalytic converter increases the risk of a fire. Owners should not ignore this recall.
The repair is free. An authorized BMW dealer will replace the gasket between the exhaust system and the catalytic converter and tighten the fasteners at no charge. You can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417, and check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW X7 | 2023 |
|---|---|
| BMW XM | 2023 |