Recall 23V700 covers 12,296 2023-2024 BMW vehicles for an inoperative hands-on detection system. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
BMW is recalling 12,296 certain 2023-2024 740I, I5, I7, 750E, 760I, and 530I vehicles under recall 23V700 because the steering wheel ground connection was not attached correctly. The hands-on detection system can stop working, keeping the emergency stopping assistant from engaging when the driver's hands are off the wheel, and BMW dealers will repair it free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The steering wheel in these 2023-2024 BMW vehicles contains the hands-on detection sensor for driver-assistance features. That sensor helps the vehicle tell whether the driver has hands on the wheel while a supported assistance system is active. It depends on a proper electrical ground connection in the steering wheel to read the driver's contact correctly.
On recalled vehicles, the steering wheel ground connection was not attached according to BMW's specifications by the supplier. Without that correct ground path, the hands-on detection system reads electrical capacitance incorrectly. In plain terms, the vehicle does not reliably recognize the driver's hands on the wheel, so the hands-on detection system is inoperative.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not expected to feel a change in steering, hear a noise, or see a symptom before the hands-on detection problem is present.
Who's affected?
Covers BMW 5 Series, 7 Series, i5, and i7 sedans across the 2023 and 2024 model years, all tied to the steering-wheel driver-monitoring camera or sensor.
| 2023 BMW 740I | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2024 BMW I5 | electrical system |
| 2024 BMW I7 | electrical system |
| 2024 BMW I7 M70 | electrical system |
| 2024 BMW I5 M60 | electrical system |
| 2023 BMW I7 | electrical system |
| 2024 BMW 740I | electrical system |
| 2023 BMW 760I | electrical system |
| 2023 BMW I7 M70 Xdrive | electrical system |
| 2024 BMW 750E | electrical system |
| 2024 BMW 760I | electrical system |
| 2024 BMW 530I | electrical system |
| Units affected | 12,296 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
An inoperative hands-on detection system can miss when the driver's hands leave the steering wheel. If that happens, the emergency stopping assistant will not engage as intended, increasing crash risk. Schedule the inspection and ground-connection repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2024 BMW 740I, I5, I7, I7 M70, I5 M60, 760I, I7 M70 Xdrive, 750E, or 530I is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the free steering-wheel ground-connection inspection and reattachment that restores hands-on detection.
- Bring the recall notice if BMW mailed one. Reference recall number 23V700 when you call.
- Use extra care with driver-assistance features until the repair is complete. Keep your hands on the steering wheel and stay ready to control the vehicle.
- Call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 with questions about scheduling or owner-letter status.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a BMW technician inspects the steering wheel ground connection and reattaches it if it is loose or disconnected. The repair restores the hands-on detection system, and parts and labor are covered under the recall. Prior out-of-pocket repairs are handled through the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| October 18, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 8, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 14, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| August 14, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 4, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V700?
Recall 23V700 covers 12,296 2023-2024 BMW 740I, 750E, 760I, 530I, I5, I5 M60, I7, I7 M70, and I7 M70 Xdrive vehicles with a steering-wheel ground connection that can leave the hands-on detection system inoperative. BMW dealers will inspect and reattach the ground connection as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2023-2024 BMW 740I, I5, I7, I7 M70, I5 M60, 760I, I7 M70 Xdrive, 750E, or 530I is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 23V700. If it is, contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the steering-wheel ground connection inspection and repair. Reference recall number 23V700 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and BMW says dealers will inspect and reattach the steering-wheel ground connection as needed free of charge at any franchised BMW dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 23V700?
The risk is that the hands-on detection system fails to recognize when the driver's hands are off the steering wheel. If that happens, the emergency stopping assistant system does not engage, increasing crash risk. BMW's repair path is a dealer inspection and ground-connection repair.
When did BMW notify owners about recall 23V700?
BMW mailed owner notification letters on December 8, 2023. If you bought the vehicle used or never received the letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific BMW is included, then call a franchised BMW dealer or BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V700000 |
|---|---|
| BMW customer service | 1-800-525-7417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V700 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V700000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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