Recall 20V528000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Report Date
20200901
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Affected Vehicles
6 models

Defect Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X6 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M, X7 M50i and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The headlamps may allow a blue light to illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety Consequence

Oncoming drivers may be confused by the blue light of approaching vehicles, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamps and, if necessary, replace them, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2020 BMW X5
2020 BMW X6
2020 BMW X7
2021 BMW X5
2021 BMW X6
2021 BMW X7

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.