2021-2022 BMW iX and i4 recalled in Australia due to electrical fault

A manufacturing defect may result in an electrical short circuit, according to the recall notice.

BMW Australia has recalled five examples of its 2021-2022 BMW iX and i4 electric cars, citing a manufacturing defect which could lead to an electrical short circuit.

According to BMW, three examples of the 2022 iX electric SUV and two examples of the 2021-2022 i4 electric sedan are affected.

The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: “Due to a manufacturing defect, the high voltage battery does not meet specifications and may result in an electrical short circuit. If this occurs it may result in a vehicle fire.

“A vehicle fire may increase the risk of serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property.”

Date of recall notice	23 August 2022
Make	BMW
Model	iX, i4
Year	2021-2022
Vehicles affected	Five
VIN list	Click here to download the list of affected VINs
Contact link	Click here to contact the manufacturer

From January to the conclusion of July 2022, BMW has reported 163 iXs and 141 i4s as sold.

A full list of vehicle identification numbers for the five vehicles involved in the recall can be found here.

BMW Australia says owners of affected vehicles will be contacted to schedule an appointment to have the work carried out, free of charge.

Owners can call the BMW Australia Recall Hotline on 1800 243 675.

To have your vehicle checked, find your closest BMW dealership by clicking here.

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