Recall 10V025 affects 210 2010 BMW X5 and X6 vehicles for insufficient windshield bonding. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
BMW is recalling 210 2010 X5 and X6 sport activity vehicles under recall 10V025 because the windshield bond is insufficient along the upper right area. In a rollover, that weak bond can affect roof stability and increase injury risk; the BMW dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The windshield bonding on the 2010 BMW X5 and X6 is the adhesive joint that holds the glass to the body opening. That adhesive does more than stop leaks: it keeps the windshield seated, sealed, and aligned with the surrounding roof and pillars.
On affected vehicles, the bond in the upper right area of the windshield is insufficient over about 50 cm. That means part of the glass does not have the intended attachment to the body. The problem comes from the way the windshield was bonded during manufacturing, so the weakness is built into the vehicle rather than caused by normal wear.
What you notice can be limited. There is no warning sign before failure. If wind noise, water leaks, or loose trim appear near the upper right corner, tell the BMW dealer when you call, but the VIN decides whether recall 10V025 applies.
Who's affected?
Covers both X5 and X6 SUVs from the 2010 model year, with the same windshield visibility component listed for each.
| 2010 BMW X5 | visibility component |
|---|---|
| 2010 BMW X6 | visibility component |
| Units affected | 210 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a rollover, an improperly bonded windshield can reduce roof stability and increase the risk of injury. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair and avoid delaying windshield or roof related service. Repair will be free at any franchised BMW dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 BMW X5 or X6 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised BMW dealer and ask whether the free windshield bonding repair is available for recall number 10V025.
- Schedule the windshield repair that removes and reinstalls the windshield with proper bonding.
- Bring the recall notice if BMW mailed one, or give the dealer recall number 10V025 when you call.
- Drive with extra care until the repair is complete because weak windshield bonding affects roof support in a rollover.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a BMW technician removes the windshield and reinstalls it with the proper bonding in the upper right windshield area. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 10V025. The work is meant to correct insufficient windshield bonding on the 2010 X5 and X6. Ask the service desk how they will handle windshield removal, reinstallation, and any sealing checks before the vehicle is returned.
Timeline
| January 28, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 30, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V025?
Recall 10V025 covers 210 2010 BMW X5 and X6 vehicles with insufficient windshield bonding in the upper right area of the windshield. In a rollover, that bonding defect can affect roof stability and increase injury risk. BMW dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield with proper bonding for free.
What should I do if my 2010 BMW X5 or X6 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 10V025. If it is, contact a franchised BMW dealer and ask for the windshield bonding recall repair. Reference recall number 10V025 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires BMW to repair the defect at no cost, and BMW's remedy says authorized dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield with the proper bonding free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is tied to rollover protection. If the windshield bonding is insufficient, roof stability can be affected in a rollover, increasing the risk of injuries. BMW's remedy is to remove the windshield and reinstall it with the proper bonding.
What if I bought my 2010 BMW X5 or X6 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor safety recalls regardless of ownership history. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific BMW is included, then contact a franchised BMW dealer and reference recall number 10V025.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V025000 |
|---|---|
| BMW customer service | 1-800-525-7417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V025 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V025000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 4, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →