2023–2026 BMW (9 models) Electrical System Recall 26V096000
NHTSA recall 26V096000 covers about 58,713 2023–2026 BMW (9 models) vehicles (electrical system), filed with NHTSA Feb 19, 2026. There is no do-not-drive or park-outside advisory.
Source: NHTSA campaign 26V096000 · Data as of Nov 6, 2026 · By CarWhere Research
What's recalled
Component: Electrical system (wiring)
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.
The risk
A damaged wiring harness can short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
The remedy and its status
Dealers will inspect and replace the air conditioning systemâs 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.
Status: NHTSA lists Apr 16, 2026 as the owner-notification date for this campaign.
Affected models and years
Models and model years NHTSA lists for this campaign. Not every vehicle of a listed model and year is included; check by VIN.
| Vehicle | Model years | More |
|---|---|---|
| BMW 550E Xdrive | 2025–2026 | — |
| BMW 750E Xdrive | 2024–2025 | — |
| BMW I5 EDRIVE40 | 2024–2026 | — |
| BMW I5 M60 Xdrive | 2024–2025 | — |
| BMW I5 XDRIVE40 | 2025–2026 | — |
| BMW I7 EDRIVE50 | 2024–2025 | — |
| BMW I7 XDRIVE60 | 2023–2025 | — |
| BMW M5 | 2025–2026 | — |
| BMW M5 Sportswagon | 2025 | — |
Key dates
- Report filed with NHTSA
- Feb 19, 2026
- Owner notification
- Apr 16, 2026
- Build dates covered
- Jun 18, 2024 to Apr 9, 2025
- Recall initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Filed by
- BMW of North America, LLC
Check your VIN for 26V096000
- Find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the door-jamb sticker, or your registration.
- Enter it in NHTSA's free VIN recall lookup. It shows every open recall on that exact vehicle, including this one if it applies and hasn't been repaired.
- If 26V096000 is open, call any BMW dealer's service department and give them the recall number. The repair is free.
Not sure of the exact model or year? Decode it first with the free VIN decoder.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V096000?
NHTSA recall 26V096000 covers about 58,713 2023–2026 BMW (9 models) vehicles (electrical system), filed with NHTSA Feb 19, 2026. There is no do-not-drive or park-outside advisory. It covers 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.
Is it safe to drive a vehicle with recall 26V096000?
NHTSA's record for 26V096000 carries no do-not-drive or park-outside advisory. The risk NHTSA lists is: "A damaged wiring harness can short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire." Get the free repair as soon as it is available for your vehicle.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected by 26V096000?
Only a VIN lookup can tell you. Not every vehicle of the listed models and years is included, and repaired vehicles drop off. Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any BMW dealer to check it.
What is the fix for recall 26V096000, and is it free?
NHTSA's record says: "Dealers will inspect and replace the air conditioning systemâs electrical wiring harness and add a retaining strap/bracket to the harness, as necessary, free of charge." NHTSA lists Apr 16, 2026 as the owner-notification date for this campaign. Safety-recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
Sources and method
- NHTSA recall record for 26V096000, from NHTSA's public recall campaign database. Problem, risk and remedy text is NHTSA's own wording.
- "Vehicles affected" is NHTSA's potential-units-affected count for the whole campaign.
- Data as of Nov 6, 2026. NHTSA updates campaigns as manufacturers file amendments, so check the official record for the latest.
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