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WarningCampaign #25V395000Electrical

BMW Recalls Multiple Models: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Vehicle Identity

Vehicle
2024 BMW Ix
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE
Automotive wiring harness into the engine compartment — representative photo for NHTSA electrical recall
An automotive wiring harness routed into the engine compartment (representative file photo of the affected component). Specific vehicle: see recall details below. Photo: simonov / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0).

Affected Vehicles

  • 2024 BMW Ix
  • 2024 BMW I5

Recall Summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 i4, 2022-2024 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2024 I5 vehicles. The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The electric drive motor software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 5, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

411 Press Analysis

Owners of 2024 BMW Ix vehicles should be aware of a recall reported to NHTSA on July 23, 2025. The recall involves electrical system:propulsion system:traction motor:controller:software. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. BMW of North America, LLC is providing repairs at no cost to owners. Contact an authorized dealer to schedule service. Check NHTSA.gov/recalls with your vehicle identification number for confirmation.

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