BMW X5 2023: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V820000

Make Model Year
BMW X5 2023
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2022-12-30 2022-11-02 2022-11-02

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 47

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2023 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive45e, and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle which could allow water to enter the vehicle and contact electrical components, possibly resulting in a short-circuit.

Consequence

An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the windshield seal and as necessary, remove and reinstall the windshield with a new seal, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2022. 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.