ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The catalytic converter is a crucial part in your X7 M60i or XM that helps clean the air coming out of your exhaust. In some 2023 models, the fasteners that connect it to the exhaust system might not have been tightened properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If these fasteners aren't secure, it could cause a fire in the engine area, which could lead to serious damage and even pose a risk to you and others on the road.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect and tighten the fasteners, and replace the gasket between the exhaust system and catalytic converter at no cost to you. You should schedule this repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X7 M60i and XM vehicles. The fasteners that connect the exhaust system and the catalytic converter may not have been tightened correctly.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loose connection between the exhaust system and catalytic converter increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the gasket between the exhaust system and the catalytic converter, and tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The front passenger knee air bag in your vehicle is a safety feature that inflates to protect your knees in a crash. In certain 2023-2024 models, this air bag might not deploy as planned.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag doesn't inflate as it should, you could be at risk of serious injury in a crash. This is a critical safety issue that should be addressed right away.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will swap out the faulty air bag with a new one that works correctly, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the fix as soon as you get your recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 BMW XM, 2024 BMW X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M60i, X5 M, X5 xDrive50e, X6 xDrive40i, X6 M60i, X6 M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M60i, and Alpina XB7 vehicles. The front passenger knee air bag may not deploy as intended.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the front passenger knee air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact BMW's customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The knee air bag in your vehicle is designed to protect your legs in the event of a crash. However, in some 2024 and 2023 models, it might not be working correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the knee air bag doesn't deploy as it should, you could suffer a more serious injury in a collision, which could have long-term consequences.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty knee air bag with a new one, at no cost to you. They'll do this as soon as you get the recall notice and schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M60i, X5 M, xDrive 50e, 2024 X6 xDrive40i, X6 M60i, X6 M, 2024 X7 xDrive40i, X7 M60i, Alpina XB7, and 2023 XM vehicles. The knee air bag (driver and/or passenger) may not have been manufactured correctly, which can result in the knee air bag not deploying as intended.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A knee air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the knee air bag (driver and/or passenger), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Your vehicle's electronic stability control system is a network that helps you stay safe on the road by controlling your brakes and stability. In certain 2023-2024 BMW models, this system's brake module might not work correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake module fails, you could lose power brakes, making it harder to stop your vehicle. You might also lose control of your vehicle, increasing the chance of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty brake module with a new one, at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice, even if your vehicle was previously repaired under a different recall.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, X5, X6, X7, XM, 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under recall number 24V-104 and will need to have the new remedy completed.
The integrated brake system in your vehicle is a complex part that helps you stop safely by controlling your brakes and stability. It's made up of several components, including the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems.
Risk if Unfixed
If this system fails, you could lose power brake assist, which means it'll take longer to stop your vehicle. You could also lose control of your vehicle, especially on slippery roads or when braking hard. This could increase your chances of being in a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW, MINI, or Rolls-Royce dealer will replace the faulty integrated brake system with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule this repair as soon as you receive the recall notice in the mail.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
