Is the 2020 BMW X5 safe to drive?

The 2020 BMW X5 has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

Campaign 19V684000

Under Review Plain English 2019-09-27

What This Recall Means

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BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

What Happened

The backup camera in your vehicle helps you see what's behind you while you're in reverse. In some BMW models, the camera settings can be adjusted to hide the rear view image, making it hard to see what's behind you.

Risk if Unfixed

If the rear view image is missing, you might not see obstacles, people, or other cars behind you, which could lead to a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your BMW dealer will update the backup camera software to ensure the rear view image always shows up when you're in reverse - and it's free of charge. You'll get a recall notice with instructions on how to schedule the update.

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #19V684000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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