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BMW launches recall over potential fire hazard
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on February 28, 2026
1 min readLast updated: February 28, 2026
Quick Summary
On February 27, 2026, BMW announced a global recall of 337,374 vehicles—including the i7, i5, 5‑Series, 7‑Series, and M5 built between June 9, 2022 and December 5, 2025—over a potential fire hazard caused by improperly routed cockpit wiring harnesses, though no accidents have been reported.
BMW Recalls Over 337,000 Vehicles Worldwide Due to Fire Hazard Risk
Details of the BMW Vehicle Recall
Scope of the Recall
BERLIN, Feb 27 (Reuters) - German premium carmaker BMW has launched a recall affecting hundreds of thousands of vehicles worldwide over a potential fire hazard, according to KBA, Germany's motor vehicle authority.
Models and Production Years Affected
The authority said on its website that 337,374 vehicles of the i7, i5, 5, 7 and M5 series were potentially affected, with manufacture dates between 2022 and 2025.
Cause and Risks Associated with the Recall
Improper Installation of Cockpit Wiring Harness
It warned that an improper installation of the cockpit wiring harness could damage cables when replacing the microfilter, resulting in a short circuit causing a fire.
BMW's Response and Safety Measures
A BMW spokesperson said quality checks found cable routing in affected vehicles needed fixing, but no accidents linked to the issue had been reported.
(Reporting by Thomas Seythal; Editing by James Mackenzie and Lisa Shumaker)
Key Takeaways
- •The German Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) confirmed the recall concerns 337,374 BMW vehicles worldwide, with 29,441 affected in Germany alone, due to wiring harness installation issues that could lead to short circuits during microfilter replacement. (autos.yahoo.com)
- •BMW stated the defect involves improper routing of cockpit wiring harnesses that may be damaged during microfilter replacements, potentially causing short‐circuit fires, but emphasized that no related accidents have occurred to date. (autos.yahoo.com)
- •Owners whose vehicles have already undergone an oil service (and microfilter replacement) should seek immediate inspection and corrective work, while those yet to be serviced can have the fix applied at their first oil change without urgency. (autos.yahoo.com)
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Frequently Asked Questions about BMW launches recall over potential fire hazard
1Which BMW models are affected by the recall?
The recall affects BMW i7, i5, 5, 7, and M5 series vehicles manufactured between 2022 and 2025.
2What is the cause of the BMW recall?
The recall was issued due to improper installation of the cockpit wiring harness, which could result in cable damage and a potential fire hazard.
3How many BMW vehicles are impacted by this recall?
A total of 337,374 BMW vehicles are potentially affected globally.
4Has any accident or fire been reported due to this issue?
No accidents or fires related to the wiring issue have been reported so far, according to BMW.
5Who identified the BMW recall issue?
The issue was identified by Germany's motor vehicle authority, KBA, and confirmed by BMW's quality checks.
