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NHTSA Recall 23V294000: Catalytic convertor (engine and engine cooling)

BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW X7.

5
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2023
owners notified (June 22)
NHTSA campaign23V294000
ComponentENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM › EMISSION CONTROL › CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
Report receivedApril 26, 2023
Owner notificationJune 22, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X7 M60i and XM vehicles. The fasteners that connect the exhaust system and the catalytic converter may not have been tightened correctly.

Safety risk

A loose connection between the exhaust system and catalytic converter increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the gasket between the exhaust system and the catalytic converter, and tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 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 23V294000

Make and modelModel years
BMW X72023
BMW XM2023

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.