NHTSA recall 24V-135: Electrical System

BMW of North America, LLC · Reported February 23, 2024 · 2 affected model years

Electrical System recall

24V-135
February 23, 2024 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 i4 xDrive40, i4 M50 and i5 eDrive40 vehicles. The high-voltage battery module may contain insufficient weld seams, which can result in the battery overheating.
Safety risk
An overheated battery module increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the high-voltage battery module, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number24V135000
ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
Report dateFebruary 23, 2024
ComponentElectrical System:Propulsion System:Traction Battery
Fixed over the airNo

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.nhtsa.gov.

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