The gear weld seam could break, resulting in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Electrical System — Propulsion System

Date Announced

OCT 05, 2022

Vehicles Affected

1

NHTSA Campaign #

22V741000

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2023 iX M60 hybrid electric vehicle. The transmission final drive gear in the electric drive unit may have an improperly manufactured weld seam.

Actions

A dealer will replace the electric drive unit, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on November 30, 2022. The owner notification letter is expected to be mailed November 28, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Documents (6)

• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Service Information Bulletin re RECALL 22V-741: REPLACING REAR DRIVE UNIT (HEAT)
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2022-4