NHTSA Recall 22V725000: Exterior lighting
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,315 vehicles. It affects 2023 BMW X7.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V725000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | September 29, 2022 |
| Owner notification | November 18, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X7 xDrive40i, and X7 M60i vehicles. In certain vehicle operating conditions, only one of the two front parking lights may remain illuminated. 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
A loss of illumination from one of the parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the electronic control unit for the front parking lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022. 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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V725000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW X7 | 2023 |
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.