2021 BMW PHEV Voluntary Service Action 10212523
BMW has issued Voluntary Service Action 10212523 for certain 2021 Plug-In Hybrid-Electric (PHEV) vehicles, including the X5. This manufacturer communication addresses an issue related to 'EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL'.
Also applies to
- BMW 330e
- 2021
- BMW 330i
- 2021
- BMW 530e
- 2021
- BMW 530i
- 2021
- BMW 540i
- 2021
- BMW 740i
- 2021
- BMW M340i
- 2021
- BMW M550i
- 2021
- BMW M760i
- 2021
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BMW has announced a Voluntary Service Action, identified by NHTSA ID 10212523, for specific 2021 Plug-In Hybrid-Electric (PHEV) vehicles. This manufacturer communication addresses an aspect concerning "EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL" for models produced between March 25, 2019, and October 17, 2020. Owners of affected vehicles, such as the 2021 BMW X5, should be aware of this service action.
What is a Voluntary Service Action?
A Voluntary Service Action is a campaign initiated by the manufacturer to address a potential issue or improve a component, often without the direct safety implications of a recall. For this particular action, BMW is proactively addressing a matter related to the "EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL" component in its PHEV lineup. This 2021 BMW X5 manufacturer_communication aims to ensure all affected vehicles meet BMW's quality standards.
What Owners Should Do
If you own one of the affected 2021 BMW PHEV models, including the 2021 BMW X5, it is recommended to contact your authorized BMW dealer. They can verify if your specific vehicle is included in Voluntary Service Action NHTSA ID 10212523 and advise on any necessary steps. As this is a Voluntary Service Action, the procedure is typically performed free of charge.
Source: NHTSA ID: 10212523
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is BMW Voluntary Service Action 10212523?
- Voluntary Service Action 10212523 is a campaign initiated by BMW for certain 2021 Plug-In Hybrid-Electric (PHEV) vehicles, addressing an issue related to the 'EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL' component.
- Which BMW models are affected by this service action?
- This service action affects several 2021 BMW models, including the X5, M340i, 530e, 330e, 530i, 740i, M550i, M760i, 540i, and 330i.
- What should I do if my 2021 BMW X5 is included in this manufacturer communication?
- If your 2021 BMW X5 or another affected model is part of this service action, you should contact your authorized BMW dealer to verify eligibility and schedule any necessary service. These actions are typically performed at no cost to the owner.
- Is Voluntary Service Action 10212523 a recall?
- No, a Voluntary Service Action is not the same as a recall. It is a proactive measure by the manufacturer to address potential issues or improve components, often without the direct safety implications that necessitate a formal recall.
What BMW X5 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 27 model years.
- 3,423
- Owner complaints
- 114
- Recalls
- 1,651
- Service bulletins
- 120
- Crashes reported
- 159
- Fires reported
- 132
- Injuries reported
The 2021 model year
112 complaints, the 14th most of 27 model years on file. Owners reported 10 crashes, 3 fires and 7 injuries for this year, which also has 12 recalls on file.
Equipment, the system this article covers, accounts for 14 of 3,423 complaints (0%).
Complaints by model year
| 2001 | 160 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 195 | |
| 2008 | 235 | |
| 2009 | 157 | |
| 2011 | 331 | |
| 2012 | 295 | |
| 2013 | 162 | |
| 2015 | 152 | |
| 2019 | 194 | |
| 2021 | 112 |
Most-reported systems
- Engine — 749
- Air Bags — 663
- Electrical System — 587
- Power Train — 475
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 335
Latest recalls for the 2021 model year
- 22V267000 — Visibility (Apr 2022)
- 21V156000 — Seats (Mar 2021)
- 21V096000 — Back Over Prevention (Feb 2021)
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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