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NHTSARecalled 2020-09-01

BMW of North America, LLC — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Is my product affected?

2020 BMW X6; 2021 BMW X5; 2021 BMW X6; 2020 BMW X7; 2020 BMW X5; 2021 BMW X7

  • Brand BMW

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

BMW of North America is recalling certain 2020-2021 X5 and X6 models, as well as 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles, because their headlamps may emit a blue light that can confuse oncoming drivers and potentially increase crash risk. These vehicles do not comply with federal lighting safety standards.

BMW will notify owners of the recall, which began October 30, 2020. Dealers will inspect the headlamps and replace them at no cost if necessary. Affected owners should contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

Oncoming drivers may be confused by the blue light of approaching vehicles, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash.

What should I do?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamps and, if necessary, replace them, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Details from the source

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X6 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M, X7 M50i and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The headlamps may allow a blue light to illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Source

Official record: NHTSA ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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