2019 BMW X5 Recall

Campaign:: 18V732000 on 10/21/2018
Component:: Electrical system
Manufactured:: 09/05/2018 - 10/08/2018
Affected:: 172
Defect:: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2019 bmw x5 xdrive40i vehicles. the capacitors within the body domain controller (bdc) may short circuit and overheat.
Consequence:: If the bdc short circuits, other nearby components may also overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Correction:: All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. bmw dealers will replace the bdc control unit, free of charge. the recall began on october 17, 2018. 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.safercar.gov.