The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·25V556000·Announced 2025-08-27

2026 BMW X5, X7 Plug-in Hybrid Windshield Seal Water Leak Recall

BMW is recalling certain 2026 X5, X5 Plug-in Hybrid, and X7 vehicles because the windshield may not be sealed properly, allowing water to enter electrical components and potentially causing headlight failure or fire.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: This is a structural vehicle defect involving the windshield seal that creates dual hazards: electronic function failures (headlight loss) that increase crash risk, and electrical short-circuit risk that increases fire risk. While no injuries or deaths are reported in the source, the potential for serious injury from crash or fire, combined with the nature of the defect, meets the Severe criterion.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2026 BMW X5 Plug-in Hybrid, X5, and X7 vehicles. The windshield may not be sealed properly, which can allow water to enter the power distribution box or electronic control unit.

Water inside the electrical components can lead to electronic function failures, such as loss of headlights, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, an electrical short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire while parked or driving.

Dealers will inspect the windshield seal on affected vehicles. If any leaks are detected, the seal will be repaired and vehicle control units and wiring will be replaced as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 for additional information.

The recalled product

Product
BMW X5 PLUG-IN HYBRID, X5, X7
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Windshield / Seal / Electrical
Hazard
Affected units
1,406

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 (3)

  • X5 PLUG-IN HYBRID
  • X5
  • X7

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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