2023 BMW X5 Windshield Recall (22V820)
BMW of North America, LLC · 47 vehicles · Reported November 2, 2022
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling 47 2023 BMW X5; 2023 BMW X7 vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle which could allow water to enter the vehicle and contact electrical components, possibly resulting in a short-circuit. An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V820 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V820000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | Not listed |
| Date reported to NHTSA | November 2, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Vehicles | 2023 BMW X5; 2023 BMW X7 |
| Units affected | 47 |
| Component | Visibility > Windshield |
| Safety risk | An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2023 BMW X5 in recall 22V820?
The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle which could allow water to enter the vehicle and contact electrical components, possibly resulting in a short-circuit.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive45e, and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle which could allow water to enter the vehicle and contact electrical components, possibly resulting in a short-circuit.
Is it safe to drive a 2023 X5 with recall 22V820?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your X5 shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the windshield, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V820?
Recall 22V820 covers 47 vehicles: 2023 BMW X5; 2023 BMW X7.
NHTSA lists 47 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | BMW | X5 |
| 2023 | BMW | X7 |
What is the fix for the X5 windshield recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect the windshield seal and as necessary, remove and reinstall the windshield with a new seal, free of charge.
Dealers will inspect the windshield seal and as necessary, remove and reinstall the windshield with a new seal, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
When was recall 22V820 announced?
BMW of North America, LLC reported recall 22V820 to NHTSA on November 2, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as December 30, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| November 2, 2022 | BMW of North America, LLC filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V820000. |
| December 30, 2022 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 47 months ago. If your X5 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my X5 is part of recall 22V820?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V820 is open on your X5, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 22V820000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should X5 owners do about recall 22V820?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V820000 applies to your X5.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized BMW dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any windshield symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are X5 owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 77 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 1 of them about the lighting and visibility.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the lighting and visibility have been filed since recall 22V820 was reported (1) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 77 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 1 of them involve the lighting and visibility. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2023 BMW X7: 44 complaints in total, 0 about the lighting and visibility
- 2023 BMW X5: 33 complaints in total, 1 about the lighting and visibility
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
On the driver's side the headlight's smaller light stopped working. I brought the car to BMW and they said the LED burned out, which also caused burn marks on the headlight assembly, so the entire headlight assembly needs to be replaced.
2023 BMW X5 owner, NJ, NHTSA complaint 11668105, filed June 20, 2025
Can recall 22V820 make my X5 a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this windshield recall means their X5 qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
A headlight, wiper or visibility defect on the 2023 BMW X5 can make night or rain driving unsafe, and repeat repairs for the same problem count toward a lemon law claim.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2023 BMW X5 has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 22V820
Is the 22V820000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed December 30, 2022.
How do I know if my X5 is part of recall 22V820000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 22V820000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or BMW. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.