2023 BMW X7, BMW XM: Engine And Engine Cooling recall
NHTSA campaign 23V294000 · 5 units potentially affected · filed Apr 26, 2023
What's wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X7 M60i and XM vehicles. The fasteners that connect the exhaust system and the catalytic converter may not have been tightened correctly.
Why it matters
A loose connection between the exhaust system and catalytic converter increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the gasket between the exhaust system and the catalytic converter, and tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V294000
- Manufacturer no.
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- Manufacturer
- BMW OF North America, Llc
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
- Units affected
- 5
- Report received
- Apr 26, 2023
- Owner letters
- Jun 22, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
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