Recall 20V483 affects 42 2021 BMW X5 and X6 vehicles for damaged Pirelli tire inner layers. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
BMW is recalling 42 2021 X5 and X6 vehicles equipped with certain Pirelli tires because a damaged inner tire layer can cause rapid pressure loss while the vehicle is moving. That pressure loss can affect handling and control, increasing crash risk, and BMW dealers will replace the tires free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The Pirelli tire on the 2021 BMW X5 and X6 is the part that carries the vehicle's weight, grips the road, and holds air pressure while the SUV is moving. Its inner layer is the air-retaining liner inside the tire. That layer helps keep pressure stable as the tire flexes over bumps, turns, and braking.
On affected vehicles, the tire was not built to Pirelli's supplier specifications after a manufacturing process problem. The issue can damage the inner layer of the tire. Once that inner layer is damaged, the tire can lose pressure rapidly while the vehicle is moving, which reduces tire control and leaves the driver with less time to respond.
There is no warning sign before failure. A tire that looks normal from the outside can still have inner-layer damage, so the VIN and tire information decide whether this recall applies.
Who's affected?
The X5 and X6 share the same Pirelli tire component in this recall.
| 2021 BMW X5 | tire |
|---|---|
| 2021 BMW X6 | tire |
| Units affected | 42 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching 2021 BMW X5 or X6 does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If a defective tire loses pressure quickly while the vehicle is moving, handling and control can be affected, increasing crash risk. There is no warning sign before failure. Check your VIN and schedule tire replacement promptly if your vehicle is included. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 BMW X5 or X6 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the free tire replacement for the damaged inner-layer tire issue.
- Bring any BMW phone-notification details or repair paperwork. If you do not have them, reference recall number 20V483 when you call.
- Avoid unnecessary driving until the dealer replaces the affected tires.
- Stop safely and call the dealer if tire pressure drops or the vehicle handling changes before the replacement.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a BMW technician replaces the defective Pirelli tires covered by recall 20V483. The tire replacement and labor are free under the recall, and BMW has already contacted the affected owner by phone to arrange transport to an authorized BMW dealer. Out-of-pocket repairs before the recall notice are handled through the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty program, not through a separate reimbursement program. Ask the service desk how that warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| August 14, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 19, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| August 19, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 22, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V483?
Recall 20V483 covers 42 2021 BMW X5 and X6 vehicles equipped with certain Pirelli tires that have a damaged inner layer. The defect can cause rapid tire-pressure loss while driving, affecting handling and control and increasing crash risk. BMW dealers replace the defective tires for free.
What should I do if my 2021 BMW X5 or X6 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 20V483. If it is, contact a franchised BMW dealer and ask for the defective tire replacement. Reference recall number 20V483 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. BMW's recall remedy says dealers will replace the defective tires free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall repair at no cost at a franchised BMW dealer.
Is it safe to drive my BMW X5 or X6 with this tire recall?
The safety risk is rapid tire-pressure loss while the vehicle is moving. That can affect handling and control and increase crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free tire replacement with a BMW dealer before relying on the vehicle for normal driving.
What if BMW never sent me a letter about recall 20V483?
BMW's remedy says affected owners were contacted by telephone and owner notification letters were not sent. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a call, check your VIN and reference recall number 20V483 with a BMW dealer or BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V483000 |
|---|---|
| BMW customer service | 1-800-525-7417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V483 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V483000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 24, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →