A/c wiring harness may short-circuit
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
A damaged wiring harness can short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 26V096000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V096000?
NHTSA recall 26V096000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on February 19, 2026. It addresses: A/c wiring harness may short-circuit. The recall affects approximately 58,713 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V096000 or the manufacturer campaign number shown above. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.