NHTSA recall 20V490000
Electrical System · BMW of North America, LLC
Details
What's wrong: Loose welding beads may form a conductive path between the hybrid battery cells which could lead to a short-circuit.
Why it matters: A short-circuited hybrid battery may increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery modules, free of charge. Bmw issued owners an interim notification on October 16, 2020. Although potentially affected BMW owners received interim owner notification letters, all potentially affected BMW owner…
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2021 Bmw 330E, 2020 Bmw X3, 2021 Bmw X3, 2021 Bmw X5, 2020 Mini Countryman.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 20V490000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.