Recall 23V449 affects 69 2022-2023 BMW Ix, I4, and 760I vehicles for an improperly assembled CCU. Repair will be free at franchised BMW dealer once available.
BMW is recalling 69 2022-2023 Ix, I4, and 760I vehicles because the high-voltage battery combined charging unit was built with improperly connected or assembled components. The defect can interrupt electrical power while driving and lead to an engine stall, increasing crash risk; the BMW dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The high voltage battery Combined Charging Unit, or CCU, on these 2022-2023 BMW Ix, I4, and 760I vehicles is part of the electric propulsion system. It manages charging-related electrical flow for the high voltage battery and helps keep power delivery coordinated while the vehicle is operating.
On affected vehicles, the CCU was not built to BMW's specifications. Components inside the unit were incorrectly connected or assembled during supplier work. When those internal connections do not behave as designed, the CCU function can be impaired. That defect can interrupt electrical power while driving and stall the vehicle.
There is no warning sign before failure. A vehicle can operate normally before the CCU problem shows up, so the absence of a dashboard message or drivability change does not rule out the recall.
Who's affected?
Covers 3 BMW models across the 2022 and 2023 model years, all using the same high-voltage battery Combined Charging Unit.
| 2023 BMW Ix | electric propulsion system |
|---|---|
| 2023 BMW I4 | electric propulsion system |
| 2023 BMW 760I | electric propulsion system |
| 2022 BMW Ix | electric propulsion system |
| 2022 BMW I4 | electric propulsion system |
| Units affected | 69 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
An improperly connected or assembled CCU can interrupt electrical power while driving and cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, contact a BMW dealer for recall guidance and report any stalling or power loss. Repair will be free at any franchised BMW dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 BMW Ix, I4, or 760I is included in this recall.
- Keep the BMW owner letter and wait for BMW to confirm when the free high-voltage battery CCU replacement opens.
- Call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 with questions, and reference recall number 23V449 when you call.
- Contact a franchised BMW dealer after BMW confirms repair scheduling for the CCU replacement that fixes the power-interruption and stall risk.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Pull over safely if the vehicle loses power while driving.
What happens at the repair
Once BMW opens the final dealer repair, a BMW technician will replace the high voltage battery combined charging unit, called the CCU. That unit manages charging for the high voltage battery, and the recall repair replaces the affected assembly instead of asking the owner to monitor it. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. If you already paid for a CCU related repair before the recall notice, BMW's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Keep your receipts and repair paperwork, then contact BMW customer service or ask the service desk how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 28, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 28, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| June 28, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 18, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 18, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 23, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V449?
Recall 23V449 covers 69 2022-2023 BMW Ix, I4, and 760I vehicles with a high-voltage battery combined charging unit that was not manufactured correctly. Improper connections inside the CCU can interrupt electrical power while driving and cause an engine stall, increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 BMW Ix, I4, or 760I is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 23V449. If it is, contact a franchised BMW dealer and ask for the high-voltage battery combined charging unit replacement. Reference recall number 23V449 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and BMW's remedy says dealers will replace the high-voltage battery combined charging unit free of charge at a franchised BMW dealer.
Is it safe to drive a BMW included in recall 23V449?
The recall risk is power interruption while driving, which can result in an engine stall and increase crash risk. If your VIN is included, call a BMW dealer before your appointment and ask whether any driving limits, towing help, or interim instructions apply to your vehicle.
When were owners notified about recall 23V449?
BMW mailed owner notification letters on August 23, 2023. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then reference recall number 23V449 when you call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or a dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V449000 |
|---|---|
| BMW customer service | 1-800-525-7417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V449 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V449000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 →