Bmw Ix, I4 recall (22V541000)

Bmw · United States Recall

NHTSA Campaign ID

22V541000

Report Received

2022-07-27

Manufacturer

BMW of North America, LLC

Make

Bmw

Model(s)

IX, I4

Model Year(s)

2023, 2022

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Potentially Affected Units

367

Defect Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2023 iX xDrive50, iX M60, 2022 i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 vehicles. The high voltage battery may have internal damage, resulting in an electrical short-circuit.

Consequence

A short-circuit in a high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Owners are advised not to drive or charge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 23, 2022. A second letter will be mailed when remedy parts become available. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Owners will also be contacted by phone.

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