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BMW iX1 recalled over a fire risk

Vehicle fire risk

On affected vehicles the High voltage battery may suffer a low impedance short circuit within a cell module.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • iX1

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 10/07/2023 – 10/07/2023
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • 0061990700

What to do now

There is a risk of fire on affected BMW iX1.

  1. Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
  2. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
  3. Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.

Why it matters. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.

Repairs and costs

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.

If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2023/253). Quoted as issued.

Summary

On affected vehicles the High voltage battery may suffer a low impedance short circuit within a cell module.

Defect

On affected vehicles the High voltage battery may suffer a low impedance short circuit within a cell module

Remedy

Replace the defective cell module in the high voltage battery�

Models

iX1

Open the DVSA notice

Questions

Why are BMW iX1 being recalled?

There is a risk of fire on affected BMW iX1. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.

Will the repair cost anything?

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty. If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

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