Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's rear reflex reflectors may not be reflecting enough light, which is a problem because it's required by safety standards.
Risk if Unfixed
If this isn't fixed, your vehicle may be harder to see at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
BMW will replace the rear reflex reflectors for free at a dealership, and they'll contact you when it's time to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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