NHTSA Recall # | 119531 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 15V188000 |
MFG Compaign # | |
Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | M5 |
Model Year | 2014 |
Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
Date of notification | 27/07/17 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 30/06/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 30/06/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 31/03/15 |
Report created | 31/03/15 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | 108 |
Estimated number of affected units | 13443 |
Defect summary | Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xdrive, 535i, 535i xdrive, 550i, 550i xdrive, and activehybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." |
Consequence summary | The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began july 28, 2017. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |