Electrical systemRecall 18V-732 · 2019 BMW X5
BMW of North America, LLC recall 18V-732 covers 172 2019 BMW X5 for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on October 17, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q1) shows 99% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V732000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i vehicles. The capacitors within the Body Domain Controller (BDC) may short circuit and overheat.
The risk
If the BDC short circuits, other nearby components may also overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. BMW dealers will replace the BDC control unit, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
99%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.