NHTSA recall 26V096000

Electrical System · BMW of North America, LLC

February 19, 2026report date

58,713units affected

Vehicle recalltype

Details

What's wrong: The electrical wiring harness for the air conditioning system may become damaged during replacement of the cabin air filter.

Why it matters: A damaged wiring harness can short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the air conditioning systemâs electrical wiring harness and add a retaining strap/bracket to the harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2025 Bmw 550E Xdrive, 2026 Bmw 550E Xdrive, 2024 Bmw 750E Xdrive, 2025 Bmw 750E Xdrive, 2024 Bmw I5 Edrive40, 2025 Bmw I5 Edrive40, 2026 Bmw I5 Edrive40, 2024 Bmw I5 M60 Xdrive, 2025 Bmw I5 M60 Xdrive, 2025 Bmw I5 Xdrive40, 2026 Bmw I5 Xdrive40, 2024 Bmw I7 Edrive50, 2025 Bmw I7 Edrive50, 2023 Bmw I7 Xdrive60, 2024 Bmw I7 Xdrive60, 2025 Bmw I7 Xdrive60, 2025 Bmw M5, 2026 Bmw M5, 2025 Bmw M5 Sportswagon.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 26V096000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.