Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- Component
- Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 31
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2023-04-26
- Owners notified
- 2023-06-22
Defect description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 iX xDrive50 and 2023 i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, and i4 M50 Hybrid Electric vehicles. The high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit may have improperly secured electrical connections which can result in an engine stall.
Safety risk
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the high voltage battery cell monitoring circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.