Visibility: windshieldRecall 22V-820 · BMW vehicles
BMW of North America, LLC recall 22V-820 covers 47 BMW vehicles for a visibility: windshield problem, reported to NHTSA on November 2, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q2) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V820000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
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
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.