Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's headlamps may not be working correctly, allowing a blue light to shine when the lights are turned on.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, it could confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash when you're driving at night.
Free Fix
BMW will inspect and replace the headlamps for free, and they'll let you know when to bring your vehicle in.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X6 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M, X7 M50i and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The headlamps may allow a blue light to illuminate. As such, these 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
Oncoming drivers may be confused by the blue light of approaching vehicles, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamps and, if necessary, replace them, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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