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BMW X5, X6, X7 headlights may shine blue light

NHTSA campaign 20V528000 · Reported 2020-09-01 · BMW of North America, LLC

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Oncoming drivers may be confused by the blue light of approaching vehicles, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.

What's wrong, in plain English

The headlights on these SUVs can give off a blue tint instead of the white light required by federal rules. Blue-tinted headlights can confuse drivers coming the other way, who may misjudge what they are seeing on the road at night. The issue is the color of the light, not whether the headlights turn on. A dealer will inspect the headlights and replace them if necessary, free of charge. BMW started this recall on October 30, 2020.

What you should do

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your SUV is affected.
2. Make an appointment with your BMW dealer for a headlight inspection, or call BMW at 1-800-525-7417.
3. If the headlights need replacing, that is done at no cost to you.

Affected vehicles (6)

Who to contact

BMW — official BMW recall lookup

Customer service: 1-800-525-7417

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

Official notice

Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Summary
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X6 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M, X7 M50i and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The headlamps may allow a blue light to illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Oncoming drivers may be confused by the blue light of approaching vehicles, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamps and, if necessary, replace them, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.