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NHTSA 15V188000 United States

BMW M5 recall: Exterior Lighting

Official safety recall 15V188000 published by NHTSA.

High risk

Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.

Campaign15V188000
ComponentExterior Lighting
Report date2015-03-31
ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
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Affected vehicles

VehicleModel yearMarket
BMW M52013United States
BMW M52014United States

The problem

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."

The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

The official remedy

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.