NHTSAVISIBILITY
BMW of North America, LLC - Windshield Not Sealed Properly
Published: August 27, 2025Recall ID: 25V556000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Water inside electrical components can lead to electronic function failures, such as a loss of headlights, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire while parked or driving.
Product Description & Identification
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 X5 Plug-in Hybrid, X5, and X7 vehicles. The windshield may not be sealed properly, which can allow water to enter the power distribution box or electronic control unit.
Affected Products
Windshield Not Sealed Properly
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Windshield Not Sealed Properly |
| Nhtsa id | 25V556000 |
| Component | VISIBILITY |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V556000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Defect summary | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 X5 Plug-in Hybrid, X5, and X7 vehicles. The windshield may not be sealed properly, which can allow water to enter the power distribution box or electronic control unit. |
| Completion rate | 93.39 |
| Corrective action | Dealers will inspect the windshield seal. If any leaks are detected, the seal will be repaired and vehicle control units and wiring will be replaced as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
| Consequence summary | Water inside electrical components can lead to electronic function failures, such as a loss of headlights, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire while parked or driving. |
| Potentially affected | 1406 |
| Report received date | 2025-08-27T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |