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BMW Korea BMW 523d xDrive — recall

Automotive · South Korea · 2026-05-15

BMW 523d xDrive AC wiring harness may be damaged during filter replacement

Country	South Korea
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-05-15
Manufacturer	BMW Korea
Models affected	BMW 523d xDrive
Units affected	1
Defect	During the air conditioner microfilter replacement process, the air conditioner wiring harness may be damaged while fastening the air conditioner microfilter cover screw. In such cases, the air conditioner unit may malfunction or a short circuit may occur. If a short circuit occurs, smoke may be generated from the instrument panel, and the possibility of fire cannot be ruled out. This recall is initiated due to this confirmation.
Component	Electrical system, other
Remedy	The air conditioner wiring will be secured in a position where it is unlikely to be damaged during air conditioner microfilter replacement.
Recall number	K6161
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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