2020–2021 BMW 745LE, X5, 530E and more and 2020–2021 MINI Countryman recall: Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 20V601000
- Reported
- September 30, 2020
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery
- Vehicles affected
- About 4,509
What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 530e iPerformance and X3 xDrive30e and MINI Cooper Countryman All4 SE, 2020 BMW i8, and 2021 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le xDrive and X5 xDrive45e vehicles. Debris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production.
Safety risk
The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.
The fix
BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge. The remedy is currently being developed. Until the remedy is completed, drivers are instructed to not charge their vehicles. Drivers are instructed to not drive in manual mode, sport mode, and to not use the shift paddles. Owners were notified of the safety risk October 23, 2020. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
BMW 330E (2021); BMW 530E (2020, 2021); BMW 745LE (2021); BMW I8 (2020); BMW X3 (2020, 2021); BMW X5 (2021); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.
What is the fix?
BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge. The remedy is currently being developed. Until the remedy is completed, drivers are instructed to not charge their vehicles. Drivers are instructed to not drive in manual mode, sport mode, and to not use the shift paddles. Owners were notified of the safety risk October 23, 2020. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW…
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