Recall 22V741 affects 1 2023 BMW Ix vehicle for a faulty final-drive gear weld. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
BMW is recalling one 2023 Ix hybrid electric vehicle because a weld in the transmission final drive gear was not manufactured correctly. If that weld breaks and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle can roll away and increase the risk of a crash; BMW dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The electric drive unit on the 2023 BMW Ix is the rear propulsion assembly that turns electrical power into wheel movement. Inside that unit, the transmission final drive gear sends torque through the rear axle so the vehicle accelerates smoothly under load.
In the affected vehicle, the final drive gear has a weld seam that was not manufactured to BMW's specification. A weak or incorrect weld can damage the gear during driving, especially when the drivetrain is under load, and that damage can show up as abnormal noise from the rear drive area. If the gear continues to break down, the electric drive unit cannot transfer power the way it was designed to.
There is no warning sign before failure. BMW's testing found unusual noise during acceleration, but the recall does not identify a dependable owner warning before the final drive gear fails.
Who's affected?
| 2023 BMW Ix | electric propulsion system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2023 BMW Ix is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A broken gear weld seam can let the vehicle roll away if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash. Use the parking brake every time you park and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 BMW Ix is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised BMW dealer to schedule the free electric drive unit replacement for the final-drive gear weld defect.
- Bring the recall notice if BMW mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V741 when you call.
- Apply the parking brake every time you park until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a BMW technician replaces the electric drive unit covered by recall 22V741. The replacement unit, parts, and labor are free under the recall. BMW's filing says prior repair costs for this condition fall under the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty, so there is no separate reimbursement program for this campaign. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have paperwork for work already performed on the electric drive unit.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| October 5, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 5, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| October 5, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 28, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 30, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V741?
Recall 22V741 covers 1 2023 BMW Ix vehicle with an electric drive unit final drive gear weld seam that can break. If the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle can roll away and increase crash risk. A BMW dealer will replace the electric drive unit for free.
What should I do if my 2023 BMW Ix is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V741. If it is, contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the electric drive unit replacement. Reference recall 22V741 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost, and BMW's remedy says a dealer will replace the electric drive unit free of charge. Use a franchised BMW dealer for the recall repair.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied. The final drive gear weld seam in the electric drive unit can break, which can let the vehicle move when parked and increase crash risk.
What if I bought this BMW Ix used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether this specific BMW Ix is included, then call a franchised BMW dealer with recall number 22V741.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V741000 |
|---|---|
| BMW customer service | 1-800-525-7417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V741 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V741000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →