Is the 2021 BMW X5 safe to drive?

The 2021 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 20V490000

Moderate Plain English 2020-08-18

What This Recall Means

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

What Happened

Your vehicle's hybrid battery has a potential safety issue due to loose welding beads that could cause a short-circuit.

Risk if Unfixed

A short-circuited battery may increase the risk of a fire, which could cause damage to your vehicle or even injury.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

BMW will inspect and replace the battery modules for free, and they've already contacted many affected owners to schedule the repair.

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #20V490000. 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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