NHTSA Recall 20V490000: Traction battery (electrical system) and 12v/24v/48v battery (electrical system)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 713 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the BMW 330E.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V490000 |
|---|---|
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY |
| Report received | August 18, 2020 |
| Owner notification | October 12, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 330e and X5 xDrive45e, 2020-2021 X3 xDrive30e, and 2020 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. Loose welding beads may form a conductive path between the hybrid battery cells which could lead to a short-circuit.
Safety risk
A short-circuited hybrid battery may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery modules, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 16, 2020. Although potentially affected BMW owners received interim owner notification letters, all potentially affected BMW owner vehicles have been remedied; therefore, BMW Final owner notification letters will not be necessary. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 20V490000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.