What the source says
The documented condition
NHTSA lists the 2022 BMW iX in safety campaign 22V541000. The official record says: The high voltage battery may have internal damage, resulting in an electrical short-circuit. The stated safety consequence is: A short-circuit in a high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire. A make, model and year match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included or that the repair remains open.
Compare the pattern
Symptoms and vehicle scope
Words owners may use
- 2022 BMW iX high voltage battery short
- BMW iX battery fire risk
- iX battery internal damage
- iX electrical system and propulsion system recall
- NHTSA campaign 22V541000
Symptoms in the record
- May occur without warning
- High voltage battery develops a short circuit
Vehicles and limits
- 2022 BMW iX
- Vehicles included in NHTSA campaign 22V541000
- VIN confirmation is required
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
Owners are advised not to drive or charge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 23, 2022. A second letter will be mailed when remedy parts become available. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Owners will also be contacted by phone.
Mileage context
Campaign 22V541000 is based on the recalled vehicle population and VIN, not a published mileage threshold. Mileage alone cannot confirm or exclude it.
Original evidence
Open the documents behind this record.
Safety recall · NHTSA 22V541000 · Jul 27, 2022
iX high voltage battery damage can cause a short circuit
NHTSA lists BMW of North America, LLC for this campaign and returned this exact make, model and year. VIN status still needs confirmation.
Repair paths and safe checks
Match the action to the evidence.
Complete recall 22V541000
Owners are advised not to drive or charge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 23, 2022. A second letter will be mailed when remedy parts become available. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Owners will also be contacted by phone.
A year and model match does not confirm VIN eligibility. Do not substitute an owner repair for an open safety recall.
Check the VIN and record what happened
Check the 17-character VIN with NHTSA or BMW. Save campaign 22V541000, any warning messages and a short description of when the symptom occurred for the service appointment.
Do not recreate a dangerous symptom for a photo or video.
Record reviewed in the source on August 2, 2026. Confirm the current document and VIN instructions before arranging work.