BMW has launched a recall of a limited number of its new iX3 electric SUVs after identifying a defect that could expose users to an electric shock while the vehicle is charging.
The issue affects 145 vehicles worldwide produced between Nov. 25, 2025, and Feb. 20, 2026, according to Germany’s Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA). Of those vehicles, 28 are registered in Germany.
The recall, listed under KBA reference number 16565R and BMW internal campaign code 0061750900, concerns the first flagship model of BMW’s Neue Klasse electric vehicle platform.
According to the KBA, a defect in the charging electronics system may cause voltage to be present on the vehicle body during the charging process. As a result, a person touching the vehicle while it is connected to a charger could receive an electric shock.
The authority said no serious injuries or property damage linked to the defect have been reported.
BMW plans to replace the affected comfort charging electronics units, including the onboard charger responsible for enabling high-power charging. Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted directly by BMW and the KBA and instructed to visit authorized service centers for repairs.
The issue was reportedly identified during routine product quality inspections.
According to BMW-focused publication Bimmer Today, the defect was discovered during regular product checks, prompting the company to initiate corrective measures.
The problem has also resulted in a temporary delivery stop for affected vehicles already shipped to dealerships. Dealers will be permitted to hand over the vehicles to customers only after the required repairs have been completed.
The recall affects the BMW iX3, the first production model based on BMW’s Neue Klasse electric vehicle architecture and a key component of the automaker’s long-term electrification strategy.
The model is manufactured at BMW’s new production facility in Debrecen, Hungary, where production is currently operating in two shifts.
BMW initially launched the iX3 in the dual-motor iX3 50 xDrive configuration, which produces 345 kW of system output and is equipped with a 108 kWh battery pack. The company states that the vehicle offers a driving range of up to 805 kilometres.
More recently, BMW introduced the rear-wheel-drive iX3 40 entry-level variant. The model combines a 235 kW electric motor with an 82.6 kWh battery and has a claimed range of up to 635 kilometres.
The iX3 starts at €63,400 in Germany and is viewed as one of BMW’s most important electric vehicle launches as the company transitions to its next-generation EV platform.
While the number of affected vehicles remains relatively small, the recall highlights the increased scrutiny manufacturers face as they introduce new electric vehicle technologies and high-voltage charging systems to the market.
Source: kba-online.de, bimmertoday.de