Vehicle recall 10V152000 · April 15, 2010
2010 BMW X5
As a result, the side marker lamps do not illuminate.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- BMW is recalling certain model year 2010 X5 m sav vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment," these vehicle's were equipped with side marker lamps, but not the power supply cables leading to the lamps. As a result, the side marker lamps do not illuminate.
- Consequence
- These vehicles do not comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 108.
- Remedy
- BMW will install power supply cables for the front side marker lamps. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during may 2010. Owners may contact BMW at 800-525-7417.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V152000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 15, 2010
- Filed by
- BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
- Owner notification
- May 31, 2010
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 735
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Exterior lighting
Vehicles covered
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