Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The rear reflex reflectors on your vehicle are designed to help make your car visible to other drivers at night. In some 2013 BMW 5-series models, these reflectors might not be reflecting light as well as they should.
Risk if Unfixed
If the reflectors aren't working properly, your vehicle could be harder to spot by other drivers, especially at night, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the rear reflex reflectors with new ones that work better, and you won't pay a thing. You'll get a notice when the repair is ready to be done.
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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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