Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The rear reflex reflectors on your 2013 5-Series are designed to reflect light back to other vehicles when you're driving at night. However, in some cases, these reflectors might not be reflecting enough light.
Risk if Unfixed
If the reflectors aren't reflecting light properly, your vehicle could be harder for other drivers to see, especially at night. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the rear reflex reflectors at no cost to you, so you should schedule the repair as soon as possible when you receive the recall notice.
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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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