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BMW 5 SERIES, 7 SERIES — recall

Automotive · Canada · 2026-02-19

BMW vehicle air conditioning wiring harness improperly routed, could be damaged

Country	Canada
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-02-19
Manufacturer	BMW
Models affected	5 SERIES, 7 SERIES
Model year	2024 2025 2026, 2023 2024 2025
Units affected	1946
Defect	On certain vehicles, the wiring harness for the air conditioning system may not have been routed properly. As a result, when the cabin air filter is replaced, the wiring could become damaged by contact with the housing cover and cause a short circuit._x000D_ Note: This recall also affects certain 2025-2026 model year M5 sedan and 2025 model year M5 touring models._x000D_ A short circuit can create the risk of a fire.
Component	Electrical
Remedy	To reduce the safety risk, BMW advises not to use the remote heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) or remote engine start features and not to leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running until the recall repairs have been completed. BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the air conditioning system's electrical wiring harness. The dealer will also ensure that the wiring harness is secured properly.
Recall number	2026-075
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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