Electrical systemRecall 22V-860 · BMW vehicles

BMW of North America, LLC recall 22V-860 covers 169 BMW vehicles for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on November 21, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q4) shows 98% of affected vehicles repaired.

98%
Vehicles repaired165 of 169 · 2024 Q4
Vehicles affected1693 models
ReportedNov 21, 2022Owners notified Jan 17, 2023
Complaints since4Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 22V860000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 BMW 740i, 760i xDrive, and i7 xDrive60 vehicles. The telematics control unit may not transmit the vehicle location information to emergency responders.

The risk

Emergency response may be delayed without the vehicle location information, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will update the telematics control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2023. 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.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

98%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2023 Q12024 Q4
3 models

Vehicles in this recall