BMW 2019 BMW X5 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2019 BMW X5
Brand
BMW
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2019
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019 BMW X5 vehicles due to electrical system issues. If the BDC short circuits, other nearby components may also overheat, increasing the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i vehicles. The capacitors within the Body Domain Controller (BDC) may short circuit and overheat.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the BDC short circuits, other nearby components may also overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. BMW dealers will replace the BDC control unit, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026