Recall 22V820000
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Report Date
20221102
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Affected Vehicles
2 models
Defect Description
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.
Safety 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.
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.