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22V-942

Dec 19, 2022

BMW

One of the four bolts that connects the backrest to the driver's seat frame may not have been correctly installed

Seats

Repair or modification

22V-860

Nov 21, 2022

BMW

Telematics control unit may not transmit the vehicle location information to emergency responders

Electrical system

169

Software update

22V-820

Nov 2, 2022

BMW

Windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle which could allow water to enter the vehicle and contact electrical components,…

Visibility and wipers

Repair or modification

22V-752

Oct 7, 2022

BMW

Clutch cover bolts were not lubricated properly, which may cause the clutch cover to become loose and leak oil

Powertrain

951

Part replacement

22V-747

Oct 7, 2022

BMW

After shifting into reverse, the rearview camera software may cause a portion of the rearview image to be obstructed

Back-over prevention

1,296

Software update

22V-741

Oct 5, 2022

BMW

Transmission final drive gear in the electric drive unit may have an improperly manufactured weld seam

Electrical system

Part replacement

22V-725

Sep 29, 2022

BMW

In certain vehicle operating conditions, only one of the two front parking lights may remain illuminated

Lighting

3,315

Software update

22V-721

Sep 28, 2022

BMW

Headlights may not have received a metal coating application, which can result in the low beams not adequately illuminating road signs

Lighting

Part replacement

22V-683

Sep 13, 2022

BMW

High voltage battery may have been produced with a battery cell electrode that was improperly sized during the laser cutting process, which may…

Electrical system

Part replacement

22V-672

Sep 8, 2022

BMW

Horn may be insufficiently attached, allowing it to loosen or partially detach from the motorcycle frame

Electrical system

252

Repair or modification

Campaign 22V-942

One of the four bolts that connects the backrest to the driver's seat frame may not have been correctly installed

Manufacturer: BMW
Filed: December 19, 2022
Component: Seats
Vehicles affected: 4
Remedy: Repair or modification
Recall type: Vehicle

Defect summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X5 sDrive40i, X5 M50i and X5 xDrive 45e vehicles. One of the four bolts that connects the backrest to the driver's seat frame may not have been correctly installed.

Consequence

A loose driver's seat backrest may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the driver's seat backrest and if necessary, install an attachment bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Affected models

BMW X5 2023

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