BMW X5 (2017) recall — Equipment
BMW is recalling certain 2017 X5 M and X6 M models due to incorrect tire size labels failing to meet federal safety standards. Owners receive a free corrected placard.
Lower-risk recall
The incorrect tire size on the label does not comply with FMVSS number 110.
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What happened, in plain English
BMW is recalling 2017 X5 M and X6 M vehicles that have a label showing 20-inch tires instead of the actual 21-inch tires. This fails to meet federal safety standards and requires a free corrected placard to fix. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225621-bmw-x5-2017-recall-incorrect-tire-size-label-violates-safety.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225621-bmw-x5-2017-recall-incorrect-tire-size-label-violates-safety · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V327000
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“BMW X5 (2017) Recall: Incorrect Tire Size Label Violates Safety Standard.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225621-bmw-x5-2017-recall-incorrect-tire-size-label-violates-safety. Based on NHTSA recall #17V327000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V327000).
Why it’s dangerous
The vehicle's tire label incorrectly states 20-inch tires instead of the actual 21-inch tires. This violates federal safety standard FMVSS 110, which requires proper tire size labeling. However, the hazard does not cause immediate safety risks like accidents or injuries.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017 BMW X5 M and X6 M models with incorrect tire size labels. The risk is low as the issue only affects compliance with labeling standards, not vehicle safety.
How to tell if you have this one
Check your 2017 BMW X5 M or X6 M for a tire label showing 20-inch tires instead of 21-inch tires. The recall covers vehicles sold between June 15, 2017 and the current date.
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What to do — step by step
Get Corrected Placard
Contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to receive a free corrected tire information placard.
What NHTSA says to do
BMW has notified the affected owners and is providing them with a corrected tire information placard, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Questions people ask
Why is this a recall?
The tire label incorrectly states 20-inch tires instead of the actual 21-inch tires, violating federal safety standard FMVSS 110.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Your 2017 BMW X5 M or X6 M has a tire label showing 20-inch tires instead of 21-inch tires.
What should I do?
Contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 to get a free corrected tire information placard.
Contact BMW
We’ve drafted a message you can send BMW to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 17V327000 — BMW BMW Hello, I own a BMW that is covered by recall 17V327000 from BMW. The official recall notice states: BMW has notified the affected owners and is providing them with a corrected tire information placard, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17V327000 (May 18, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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