Emission control: catalytic convertorRecall 23V-294 · BMW vehicles
BMW of North America, LLC recall 23V-294 covers 5 BMW vehicles for a emission control: catalytic convertor problem, reported to NHTSA on April 26, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q1) shows 80% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V294000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X7 M60i and XM vehicles. The fasteners that connect the exhaust system and the catalytic converter may not have been tightened correctly.
The risk
A loose connection between the exhaust system and catalytic converter increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the gasket between the exhaust system and the catalytic converter, and tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 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.
How fast cars are being fixed
80%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.