Recall 15V188000: 2014 BMW 525D Xdrive, 2013–2014 BMW 528I, 2013–2014 BMW 528XI +6 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 31, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 13,443
- Models
- 9
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2014 BMW 525D Xdrive
- 2013 BMW 528I
- 2014 BMW 528I
- 2013 BMW 528XI
- 2014 BMW 528XI
- 2013 BMW 535I
- 2014 BMW 535I
- 2013 BMW 535XI
- 2014 BMW 535XI
- 2013 BMW 550I
- 2014 BMW 550I
- 2013 BMW 550XI
- 2014 BMW 550XI
- 2013 BMW Active Hybrid 5
- 2013 BMW M5
- 2014 BMW M5
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V188000
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner letters
- Jul 27, 2017
- Components
- Exterior lighting (Lighting)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology