The software that controls the electric motor in your vehicle manages how the car moves. In certain models, this software can cause the motor to shut down, losing your vehicle's power.
Risk if Unfixed
If the software fails, you'll lose power to your vehicle – you won't be able to move. This could lead to a crash, especially if you're on the road.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the software in your vehicle's electric motor for free. You won't need to bring your car in – the update will be done remotely through an over-the-air update, or your dealer can do it for you if you prefer. You'll be notified by mail when it's time to have this done.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 i4, 2022-2024 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2024 I5 vehicles. The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
The electric drive motor software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 5, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The high-voltage battery in your vehicle is a critical system that powers the electric motor. In some 2022-2025 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2022-2023 i4 models, the battery cells weren't assembled correctly, which can cause damage to the module.
Risk if Unfixed
If the battery module fails, your vehicle's high-voltage system could shut down while you're driving, leaving you without power and making it harder to control your car. This increases the risk of a crash. There's also a chance of a fire breaking out.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty battery cell modules with new ones, at no cost to you. You'll receive a notice once the fix is available, and you should schedule the repair as soon as you can.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2022-2023 i4 vehicles. The high-voltage battery cell modules may not have been assembled properly, resulting in stress on the module frame and possible module failure.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Battery module failure may lead to a shutdown of the high-voltage system which can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, module failure increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace specific high-voltage battery cell modules, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed September 11, 2025. Another notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available, anticipated December 31, 2025Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The hands-on detection system in your vehicle uses a camera and sensor to make sure you're keeping your hands on the wheel while driving. In some 2023-2024 BMW models, the connection to this system might not have been installed correctly, which could cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the hands-on detection system isn't working, it might not detect when your hands are off the wheel. This could prevent the emergency stopping assistant system from engaging, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized BMW dealer will check the connection and fix it if needed, free of charge. You'll get a notification letter, but you can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 740i, 740i xDrive, 760i xDrive, i7 eDrive50, i7 xDrive60, i7 M70, 2024 750e xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, i5 eDrive40, and i5 M60 vehicles. The ground connection to the steering wheel may not have been attached correctly, resulting in an inoperative hands-on detection system.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inoperative hands-on detection system may fail to detect when the driver's hands are not on the steering wheel and therefore not engage the emergency stopping assistant system, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reattach the ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.