Recall 26V096000: BMW 550E Xdrive, BMW 750E Xdrive, BMW I5 EDRIVE40 and 6 more

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Vehicle recall filed Feb 19, 2026 58,713 units

Summary

The problem. BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 M5 Sportswagon, 2025-2026 M5, 2024-2025 750e xDrive, 2025-2026 550e xDrive, 2023-2025 I7, 2023-2025 7 Series, 2024-2026 i5, and 5 Series vehicles. The electrical wiring harness for the air conditioning system may become damaged during replacement of the cabin air filter.

The risk. A damaged wiring harness can short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the air conditioning system’s electrical wiring harness and add a retaining strap/bracket to the harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 13, 2026.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
26V096000
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Report received
February 19, 2026
Owners notified
April 16, 2026
Units affected
58,713
Initiated by
the manufacturer

Affected vehicles

Is your car affected? Only a VIN check tells you whether a specific vehicle is included and still unrepaired – use NHTSA's lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call the manufacturer. Recall repairs are free.