NHTSA Recall # | 156081 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 20V528000 |
MFG Compaign # | |
Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | X5 |
Model Year | 2020 |
Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
Date of notification | 30/10/20 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 26/07/20 |
End date of manufacturing | 03/08/20 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 01/09/20 |
Report created | 01/09/20 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | 108 |
Estimated number of affected units | 307 |
Defect summary | 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." |
Consequence summary | Oncoming drivers may be confused by the blue light of approaching vehicles, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | 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. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |