Recall 22V541 covers 367 2022-2023 BMW Ix and I4 vehicles for battery short-circuits. Do not drive or charge. Park outside. Free franchised BMW dealer repair.
A short circuit in the high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire. Do not drive or charge the vehicle. Park outside and away from structures until the battery replacement is complete. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
BMW is recalling 367 2022-2023 Ix and I4 vehicles under recall 22V541 because the high voltage battery can have internal damage that causes an electrical short circuit. Do not drive an included vehicle, park it outside and away from structures, and arrange the free BMW dealer repair.
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What's wrong?
The high voltage battery in 2022-2023 BMW Ix and I4 vehicles stores the energy that powers the electric drive system. It is made from battery cells that keep positive and negative materials separated while sending power to the propulsion system. The battery depends on each cell being built cleanly and to specification.
In affected vehicles, BMW traced the problem to battery cell production at the supplier. A cathode plate was damaged, and pieces of that material entered a battery cell. Debris inside the cell can bridge materials that are supposed to stay apart, creating an internal electrical short-circuit in the high voltage battery.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not expect a light, sound, smell, or drivability change before the battery cell shorts internally.
Who's affected?
Covers Ix and I4 models across the 2022 and 2023 model years, all tied to the high-voltage traction battery.
| 2023 BMW Ix | high-voltage traction battery |
|---|---|
| 2022 BMW I4 | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2022 BMW Ix | high-voltage traction battery |
| Units affected | 367 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A short circuit in the high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire. Do not drive or charge the vehicle. Park outside and away from structures until the battery replacement is complete. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 BMW Ix or I4 is included in this recall.
- Do not drive or charge the vehicle until the high-voltage battery replacement is complete.
- Park outside and away from structures until the repair is complete.
- Arrange a tow if the vehicle has to be moved to the dealer; do not drive it there yourself.
- Contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the free high-voltage battery replacement that fixes the internal battery damage tied to short-circuit and fire risk.
- Reference recall number 22V541 when you call BMW or the dealer.
What happens at the repair
Do not drive or charge the vehicle, and park outside and away from structures until the repair is complete. At the dealer, a BMW technician replaces the high voltage battery covered by the recall. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. BMW uses the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan for documented, related repairs paid before the recall notice. Ask the service desk how to submit repair paperwork if you already paid for this battery repair.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 27, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 27, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| July 27, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 19, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 23, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V541?
Recall 22V541 covers 367 2022-2023 BMW Ix and I4 vehicles with possible internal damage in the high-voltage battery. A short circuit in that battery increases the risk of fire. BMW dealers will replace the high-voltage battery for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 BMW Ix or I4 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific BMW is included in recall 22V541. Do not drive or charge the vehicle, and park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Contact a franchised BMW dealer and reference recall 22V541.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. BMW dealers will replace the high-voltage battery free of charge, including parts and labor, for vehicles included in recall 22V541.
What does the do-not-drive instruction mean?
Do not drive the vehicle, including short trips. BMW also advises owners not to charge the vehicle and to park outside and away from structures until the high-voltage battery replacement is complete. Ask the BMW dealer about towing if the vehicle has to move.
When were BMW owners notified about recall 22V541?
BMW mailed interim owner letters about the safety risk on September 23, 2022. BMW mailed owner notification letters on December 23, 2022. BMW also said owners would be contacted by phone and listed customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V541000 |
|---|---|
| BMW customer service | 1-800-525-7417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V541 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V541000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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