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NHTSA Recall 15V188000

EXTERIOR LIGHTINGMar 31, 2015· BMW of North America, LLC

Summary

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."

Consequence

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

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.

Affected Vehicles

YearMakeModel
2013BMW528I
2014BMW528I
2013BMW528XI
2014BMW528XI
2013BMW535I
2014BMW535I
2013BMW535XI
2013BMW550I
2014BMW550I
2013BMW550XI
2013BMWM5
2014BMWM5

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