NHTSA Recall 22V860000: Electrical system
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 169 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the BMW 740I.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V860000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | November 21, 2022 |
| Owner notification | January 17, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 BMW 740i, 760i xDrive, and i7 xDrive60 vehicles. The telematics control unit may not transmit the vehicle location information to emergency responders.
Safety risk
Emergency response may be delayed without the vehicle location information, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the telematics control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2023. 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 22V860000
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.