REC-006556

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2022–2025 BMW 520i, 540d xDr, 740i, i5 eDrive, i5 M60 x, i7 M70 x, i7 xDrive & M5

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: B M W AUSTRALIA LTD.

Recall date: 6 March 2026

Defect

The air conditioning (A/C) wiring harness may become damaged during routine microfilter (cabin air filter) replacement. This may cause an internal short circuit, which could lead the sensor to overheat. This could pose a risk of smoke entering the cabin or a vehicle fire while driving.

Hazard

Cabin smoke or a vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by BMW requesting they immediately schedule an appointment with their preferred authorised BMW dealer to have the rectification carried out, free of charge. Note: Owners/operators should NOT use the following remote functions until the repair has been completed: Climate control, departure plan, pre-cooling, pre-heating, Remote Engine Start (if available in the market).

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — B M W AUSTRALIA LTD. — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au