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The fault could damage the air-conditioning wiring harness, potentially resulting in a short circuit, according to the recall notice.
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BMW Australia has recalled 1032 examples of its 2022 to 2025 BMW 5 Series, i5, M5, 7 Series and i7, citing a potential fault with their air-conditioning wiring harness.
The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts, says: "The air conditioning (A/C) wiring harness may become damaged during routine microfilter (cabin air filter) replacement.
"This may cause an internal short circuit, which could lead the sensor to overheat. This could pose a risk of smoke entering the cabin or a vehicle fire while driving.
"Cabin smoke or a vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property."
A full list of vehicle identification numbers for the 1032 vehicles involved in the recall can be found here.
BMW Australia said owners of affected vehicles will be contacted, asking them to schedule an appointment with their dealership to have the rectification carried out, free of charge.
The company has asked owners to not use certain remote vehicle functions, including remote engine start, climate control and departure planning, "until the repair has been completed".
Owners can contact BMW Australia's recall hotline by calling 1800 243 675 or by emailing [email protected].
To have your vehicle checked, find your closest BMW dealership by clicking here.
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Jordan is a motoring journalist based in Melbourne with a lifelong passion for cars. He has been surrounded by classic Fords and Holdens, brand-new cars, and everything in between from birth, with his parents’ owning an automotive workshop in regional Victoria. Jordan started writing about cars in 2021, and joined the Drive team in 2024.
