2022-2023 BMW 520i, 740i, i5 and i7 recalled with autonomous driving fault

An autonomous driving technology fault has triggered a recall notice for hundreds of BMW cars in Australia. 

The 452 affected vehicles are stamped Model Years 2022-2023. 520i, 740i, i5 and i7 variants are impacted.

“Due to a manufacturing defect, the steering wheel earth wire may become loose,” the recall notice says.

“If this occurs, the driving assist functions such as hands-off the steering wheel warning or emergency stop may not activate as intended.

“If the safety features do not activate as intended, it could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.

“Owners should immediately contact their preferred authorised BMW dealer or BMW Australia to have the vehicle's steering wheel earth wire checked and if required rectified free of charge.

Drive has contacted BMW Australia to find out if vehicles have been impacted locally. This story will be updated with its response. 

A full list of vehicle identification numbers for the 452 vehicles involved in the recall can be found here.

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