BMW Pulls Nearly 11,000 Vehicles in South Africa - Here’s the Full List of Models Affected

BMW South Africa has issued a recall impacting close to 11,000 vehicles across several popular model lines. The move comes after the automaker identified a potential defect that could affect vehicle safety, though no injuries have been reported locally. Owners are being urged to check if their car is part of the campaign.

The recall covers a range of models, including the 3 Series, 5 Series, X3, X5, and certain M performance variants, spanning model years 2021 through 2023. The issue centers on a component that may fail under specific conditions, prompting BMW to replace it free of charge. Letters are being sent to registered owners, and dealerships are already stocked with parts to handle the repairs quickly.

If you own one of the affected vehicles, you can verify your car’s status by entering its VIN on BMW’s official recall portal or by contacting your nearest dealer. The company says the fix takes roughly an hour, and they’ll provide a courtesy vehicle if needed. For now, the recall is limited to South Africa, but BMW is monitoring global data closely.