BMW 745E: Electrical system — 12v/24v/48v battery

Affects BMW 745E · 2022 — about 16 vehicles.

The hazard

A short-circuit in the battery cell can increase the risk of fire.

What to do

Dealers will replace the affected battery cell module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on November 30, 2022. Owners were contacted by phone and by First Class mail on October 28, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational