BMW recall: Remaining particles in the cells of the high voltage battery can cause a short circuit
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- A possibility of impurities contained in the HV batteries may cause short circuit.
- What to do
- Contact a BMW dealer to book the free repair. Testing of battery charge cycles and replacement of the HV cells where necessary.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
A possibility of impurities contained in the HV batteries may cause short circuit.
The fix
Testing of battery charge cycles and replacement of the HV cells where necessary.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 SERIES | 4 Mar 2020 | 29 Sep 2020 | 2,665 |
| 3 SERIES | 5 Jun 2020 | 23 Jul 2020 | 2,665 |
| X1 | 29 Feb 2020 | 29 Sep 2020 | 2,665 |
| X5 | 9 Jun 2020 | 16 Sep 2020 | 2,665 |
| 7 SERIES | 2 Mar 2020 | 18 Aug 2020 | 2,665 |
| X2 | 12 Feb 2020 | 30 Sep 2020 | 2,665 |
| 3 SERIES | 3 Mar 2020 | 22 Sep 2020 | 2,665 |
| 7 SERIES | 2 Mar 2020 | 23 Jun 2020 | 2,665 |
| i8 | 18 May 2020 | 3 Jun 2020 | 2,665 |
| X3 | 3 Jun 2020 | 17 Sep 2020 | 2,665 |
| i8 | 3 Jun 2020 | 3 Jun 2020 | 2,665 |
| 2 SERIES | 9 Mar 2020 | 31 Aug 2020 | 2,665 |
| 5 SERIES | 9 Jun 2020 | 9 Jun 2020 | 2,665 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 14 December 2020. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.