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September 13, 2022 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 22V683000
Battery Electrode Improperly Sized
A short-circuit in the battery cell can increase the risk of fire.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V683
Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected 1
Summary
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2022 745e hybrid electric vehicle. The high voltage battery may have been produced with a battery cell electrode that was improperly sized during the laser cutting process, which may result in an electrical short-circuit.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the affected battery cell module, free of charge. The one affected owner is expected to be contacted by phone and, if necessary, by First Class mail on November 7, 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.