The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·20V052000·Announced 2020-01-30

BMW Recalls 2020 X7 Models for Rear Reflector Visibility Issues

BMW is recalling 2020 X7 xDrive40i and xDrive50i vehicles because rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (reduced visibility increasing crash risk) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2020 X7 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive50i vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the rear reflex reflectors may not reflect an adequate amount of light. This condition causes the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The inadequate reflection of light decreases the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, which increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace both rear reflex reflectors free of charge. The recall began on March 30, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
BMW X7
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Lighting
Hazard
Affected units
683

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • X7

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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