BMW 745E recalls
There are 2 safety recalls on record for the BMW 745E, covering 189 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
BMW 745E recalls by model year
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Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2022 745e hybrid electric vehicle. The high voltage battery may have been produced with a battery cell electrode that was improperly sized during the laser cutting process, which may result in an electrical short-circuit.
- Risk
- A short-circuit in the battery cell can increase the risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the affected battery cell module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on November 30, 2022. Owners were contacted by phone and by First Class mail on October 28, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 22V683000 · Recall details
Electrical system: software
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 BMW 745e xDrive vehicles. A software error in the electronic control unit (ECU) may disable the audible warning signal for an unbelted driver to fasten their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- Without an audible warning, the driver may forget to buckle the seat belt, increasing their risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 19V589000 · Recall details
Questions about the BMW 745E recalls
How do I check if my BMW 745E has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the BMW 745E have?
2, covering electrical system.
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