Recall 26V096000: 2025–2026 BMW 550E Xdrive, 2024–2025 BMW 750E Xdrive, 2024–2026 BMW I5 EDRIVE40 +6 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Feb 19, 2026
Vehicles affected
58,713
Models
9
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 M5 Sportswagon, 2025-2026 M5, 2024-2025 750e xDrive, 2025-2026 550e xDrive, 2023-2025 I7, 2023-2025 7 Series, 2024-2026 i5, and 5 Series vehicles. The electrical wiring harness for the air conditioning system may become damaged during replacement of the cabin air filter.

The risk

A damaged wiring harness can short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the air conditioning system’s electrical wiring harness and add a retaining strap/bracket to the harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 13, 2026.

Affected vehicles

  • 2025 BMW 550E Xdrive
  • 2026 BMW 550E Xdrive
  • 2024 BMW 750E Xdrive
  • 2025 BMW 750E Xdrive
  • 2024 BMW I5 EDRIVE40
  • 2025 BMW I5 EDRIVE40
  • 2026 BMW I5 EDRIVE40
  • 2024 BMW I5 M60 Xdrive
  • 2025 BMW I5 M60 Xdrive
  • 2025 BMW I5 XDRIVE40
  • 2026 BMW I5 XDRIVE40
  • 2024 BMW I7 EDRIVE50
  • 2025 BMW I7 EDRIVE50
  • 2023 BMW I7 XDRIVE60
  • 2024 BMW I7 XDRIVE60
  • 2025 BMW I7 XDRIVE60
  • 2025 BMW M5
  • 2026 BMW M5
  • 2025 BMW M5 Sportswagon

Details

NHTSA campaign
26V096000
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Owner letters
Apr 16, 2026
Components
Electrical system:wiring (Electrical System)

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