BMW I4 M50 2024: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V135000

Make Model Year
BMW I4 M50 2024
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2024-02-16 2024-02-23 2024-02-23

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 4

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2024 i4 xDrive40, i4 M50 and i5 eDrive40 vehicles. The high-voltage battery module may contain insufficient weld seams, which can result in the battery overheating.

Consequence

An overheated battery module increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery module, free of charge. 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.