- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 iX xDrive50 and 2023 i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 Hybrid Electric vehicles. The high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit may have improperly secured electrical connections which can result in an engine stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit, 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
The high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit may have improperly secured electrical connections. If these connections loosen or fail, the vehicle's propulsion system can shut down and the vehicle may stall while driving. A sudden stall increases the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. An authorized BMW dealer will replace the high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit at no charge to you. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 22, 2023. For questions, contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected and the repair is still outstanding.
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW I4 | 2023 |
|---|---|
| BMW IX | 202220232024 |