BMW M5 2013: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 15V188000

Make Model Year
BMW M5 2013
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-07-27 2015-03-31 2015-03-31

Production Dates: 2013-01-30 - 2013-06-28

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 13443

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 108

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. 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.safercar.gov.