Recall 19V883000: 2019–2020 BMW M5, 2020 BMW M8, 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 11, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 3,012
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 M5 and 2020 M8 Gran Coupe, M8 Coupe, and M8 Convertible vehicles. The transmission wiring harness can become damaged, resulting in an electrical short circuit.
The risk
An electrical short circuit can cause the transmission to shift to neutral resulting in a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace any damaged transmission harnesses. All harnesses will be rerouted and secured. These repairs will be performed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 3, 2020. 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
- 2019 BMW M5
- 2020 BMW M5
- 2020 BMW M8
- 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 19V883000
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner letters
- Feb 7, 2020
- Components
- Electrical system:wiring (Electrical System); Power train:automatic transmission (Transmission & Drivetrain)
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