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2008 BMW 328I

Owner reports · Recalls · Investigations

More warning signs than most 328I years

Owner complaints for the 2008 BMW 328I are substantially higher than the model-year median of 98.

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129 reports with mileage · 110 unknown

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What to inspect

Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.

  • Electrical System. Review the 85 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Air Bags. Review the 83 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Engine. Review the 54 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →

NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.

7 crash reports22 fire reports9 injury reports

Unknown Or Other complaints

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Mileage unknown · Apr 9, 2024
Electrical SystemEngineUnknown Or OtherFire

My vehicle engine cooling fan caught fire one evening while following behind someone to make sure they made it to a parking lot safely due to their own vehicle having problems requiring them to stay under around 20mph. Once we made it to a parking lot, i exited my vehicle to check on the other person, and realized there was smok…

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My vehicle engine cooling fan caught fire one evening while following behind someone to make sure they made it to a parking lot safely due to their own vehicle having problems requiring them to stay under around 20mph. Once we made it to a parking lot, i exited my vehicle to check on the other person, and realized there was smoke starting to come out from under my hood. My husband waited for me to pull the hood release and then proceeded to lift the hood, only to discover my car was on fire, and it was coming directly from the cooling fan. After almost a minute we were able to put the fire out, and discovered the whole electrical area for the fan was melted and destroyed. There was never any type of warning light or any information at all that would have told me a problem was imminent. Im thankful it wasn;t myself alone or with my kids just driving down the highway because it would have taken over the whole vehicle before i would have known it was having any issues at all. The part is still on the vehicle, which has become inoperable and now any attempts to check the vehicle out have realized that another issues with BMW's is also causing problems with my vehicle. It appears an actual recall was never issued for my actual VIN, rather a collection of years and makes. Any further information or remedy that might get me the ability to actually use my vehicle again would be greatly appreciated. I can also include photos and witness statements if needed,. Thank you for your time.

NHTSA ODI #11581845

Mileage unknown · Mar 27, 2024
EngineFuel/propulsion SystemUnknown Or Other

The vehicle, stopped while driving, overheating, no heat/ ac. It's winter, car stopped at night in an unknown location fory safety. Had it inspected by 2 different auto shops and was confirmed of the issue. Warning lights came on right before the car failed.

NHTSA ODI #11579798

Mileage unknown · Dec 5, 2022
Unknown Or Other

JMC BMW 4622 Marine Ave Lawndale CA [XXX] September 7 - 9, 2022 auto repair. I suspected my mechanic of over 10 years was tampering with my vehicles telematics vehicle tracking software I was being tracked, stalked and followed. On 9/7/2022 I dropped off my car there was no tracking activity on my phone. I retrieved my vehic…

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JMC BMW 4622 Marine Ave Lawndale CA [XXX] September 7 - 9, 2022 auto repair. I suspected my mechanic of over 10 years was tampering with my vehicles telematics vehicle tracking software I was being tracked, stalked and followed. On 9/7/2022 I dropped off my car there was no tracking activity on my phone. I retrieved my vehicle the following day when I arrived I saw 3 other mechanics that I have never saw before an Asian man mechanic with a laptop sitting on top of a 750i BMW Plate: [XXX]. Something did not feel right. The Asian guy looked very familiar he was busy doing something on the laptop. On Sept 9 2022 at 4:44 I called for help a few minutes before closing. I called Manny the lead mechanic regarding the high level of Radiation coming from my vehicle and also something was dragging underneath my car. He said I could stop by. When I arrived after about ten minutes I could see someone sitting in a vehicle I as standing next to. It was one of the mechanics I had never seen before. He was hiding in a white BMW with very dark tinted windows you could barely see him. I walked up to the vehicle that is when I spotted him. My first time seeing him was on September 7, 2022, when I dropped off my car. I pulled out my cell phone, and immediately saw my signal coming from his vehicle. He was bio-hacking me sending my bio metric signal to the vehicles on the street I could feel it in my head and legs. I have photos, video and technical documentation to support my claim. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

NHTSA ODI #11496001

Mileage unknown · May 31, 2022
EnginePower TrainUnknown Or Other

Keep getting the p0015 code changed all sensors that come with code and I keep getting a high pitched noise once car gets hot.

NHTSA ODI #11466689

Mileage unknown · Apr 14, 2022
Unknown Or Other

Hello why you send me letters saying that , you guys gonna take my car away for what or why if its my car .If I don't have any warning or letters with the Police that say my car gonna be taking away for no reason !? that doesn't make sense to me cuz I'm not the only person who's driving a BMW car .My car is in good conditions, f…

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Hello why you send me letters saying that , you guys gonna take my car away for what or why if its my car .If I don't have any warning or letters with the Police that say my car gonna be taking away for no reason !? that doesn't make sense to me cuz I'm not the only person who's driving a BMW car .My car is in good conditions, few days ago I did the smoke check. the car pass everything clean. Like is weird that BMW dealership send me this letter to me , if my car is mine , I already pay off my car and I don't nothing to do with BMW dealership because everything is good with my car. So I need to cut off that warning that I have on my car and if you can contact me at this Phone number [XXX]. Like I said that doesn't make sense , taking my car away for no reason. And I already contact the hotline number that appears in the below of the papers , I spoke with some People about this problem but they trash , they can't solve anything. So I need somebody who knows about this and how to cut off the warning of my car thanks!! INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

NHTSA ODI #11460723

Mileage unknown · Jan 26, 2022
Electrical SystemFuel/propulsion SystemUnknown Or Other

The plastic power pieces that goes over the battery melted. Ever since then I have had electrical problems. My concern is when that pieces melted it could have caused a fire. I dint even know it melted till I started have electrical problems and had to look at my battery. As far as the fuel problems I have a n51 and from what I …

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The plastic power pieces that goes over the battery melted. Ever since then I have had electrical problems. My concern is when that pieces melted it could have caused a fire. I dint even know it melted till I started have electrical problems and had to look at my battery. As far as the fuel problems I have a n51 and from what I understand the parts for it are hard to find I would like to know more about the bmw 15yr/150,000 mile warrenty that the bmw forms are talking about

NHTSA ODI #11448927

990,000 miles · Dec 8, 2020
Unknown Or Other

THE DIAGNOSTICS SYSTEM WAS COMPROMISED USING THE OBD. I HEAR NOISE COMING FROM THE DASHBOARD THE VEHICLE IS BEING TRACKED. WHEN I STOP REMOVE THE KEY WITHIN 2 MINUTES I HEAR THE NOISE COMING FROM THE DASHBOARD. WITHIN THE NEXT FEW MINUTES I HEAR A LOUDER NOISE COMING FROM THE DASHBOARD. THE PERSON WHO IS TRACKING ME IS TRY…

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THE DIAGNOSTICS SYSTEM WAS COMPROMISED USING THE OBD. I HEAR NOISE COMING FROM THE DASHBOARD THE VEHICLE IS BEING TRACKED. WHEN I STOP REMOVE THE KEY WITHIN 2 MINUTES I HEAR THE NOISE COMING FROM THE DASHBOARD. WITHIN THE NEXT FEW MINUTES I HEAR A LOUDER NOISE COMING FROM THE DASHBOARD. THE PERSON WHO IS TRACKING ME IS TRYING TO LOCATE THE VEHICLE. FEW MINUTES LATER THEY SHOW UP. THE VEHICLE WAS LINKED TO SPECTRUM MOBILE SO I AM ALWAYS PICKING UP SPECTRUM WIFI WHEREVER I GO. DONGLES WERE USED TO ACCESS MY DIAGNOSTICS SYSTEM. AN OBD ADAPTER - A DONGLE THAT PLUGS INTO THE PORT AND CONNECTS TO THE PHONE VIA BLUETOOTH. ONCE YOU PAIR THE SMARTPHONE WITH THE ADAPTER AND RUN THE APP, A 'BASIC' MODE WITH HIGH-LEVEL OPTIONS, AND AN 'EXPERT' ONE THAT EXPOSES ALL THE LOW-LEVEL SETTINGS CAN APPLY AND CONFIG. WITH SPECTRUM MOBILE HOTSPOTS, YOU CAN ACCESS SPECTRUM'S WIFI NETWORK USING YOUR MOBILE DEVICE. SPECTRUM MOBILE HAVE UNLIMITED ACCESS TO THE FOLLOWING HOTSPOTS. I SEE THE FOLLOWING 3 HOTSPOTS ALL TIME WHEREVER I GO IN MY VEHICLE ALONG WITH 2 OTHERS. * SPECTRUM MOBILE * SPECTRUMWIFI PLUS * SPECTRUMWIFI YOU CAN REGISTER UP TO 15 DEVICES PER ACCOUNT, BUT ONLY FIVE OF THOSE DEVICES CAN BE CONNECTED TO A SPECTRUM WIFI HOTSPOT AT THE SAME TIME. PLEASE HELP I HAVE FILED A POLICE REPORT WITH THE LONG BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENT 502(C) DR# 20-49284 OFFICER ACEVES DID# 5995

NHTSA ODI #11378428

Mileage unknown · May 9, 2019
Unknown Or Other

GOOD MORNING- THIS WILL BE MY 2ND ATTEMPT TO SEND THIIS INFORMATION TO YOU; THE FIRST TIME IT GAVE A MESSAGE, INFORMATION NOT SAVED. - I HAVE OWNED 3 BMW IN THE 3 SERIES AND I HAVE NOTICED A PATTERN WHERE THE OIL PAN/ GASKET LEAKS. I FIND THIS UNUSUAL FOR ALL 3 VEHICLES. THE CAR I NOW HAVE IS NOW LEAKING. I WOULD LIKE YOU LOOK…

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GOOD MORNING- THIS WILL BE MY 2ND ATTEMPT TO SEND THIIS INFORMATION TO YOU; THE FIRST TIME IT GAVE A MESSAGE, INFORMATION NOT SAVED. - I HAVE OWNED 3 BMW IN THE 3 SERIES AND I HAVE NOTICED A PATTERN WHERE THE OIL PAN/ GASKET LEAKS. I FIND THIS UNUSUAL FOR ALL 3 VEHICLES. THE CAR I NOW HAVE IS NOW LEAKING. I WOULD LIKE YOU LOOK INTO THIS AND CONSIDER THIS MATTER FOR RECALL? IT OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AND STANDING STILL. IT MAY EVENTUALLY LEAD TO ENGINE DAMAGE. IN ADDITION, OIL LEAKING ON OUR ROADWAYS CREATE MANY HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND OUR ENVIRONMENT. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME. RESPECTFULLY, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).' *PM

NHTSA ODI #11206419

104,602 miles · Mar 11, 2019
Electrical SystemUnknown Or Other

I HAD A BLOWER MOTOR REPLACED 2 TO 3 YEARS PRIOR TO RECALL AT A SHOP OTHER THAN BMW .BMW OF NORTH AMERICA SAID I WOULD BE PAID FOR THE PART BUT I NEEDED TO BRING IT TO BMW TO VERIFY A BMW PART WAS USED. I BROUGHT IT TO BMW OF BAYSIDE AND THEY VERIFIED IT WAS A BMW PART. I HAD A COPY OF MY BILL FROM THE REPAIR SHOP WITH THE BMW P…

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I HAD A BLOWER MOTOR REPLACED 2 TO 3 YEARS PRIOR TO RECALL AT A SHOP OTHER THAN BMW .BMW OF NORTH AMERICA SAID I WOULD BE PAID FOR THE PART BUT I NEEDED TO BRING IT TO BMW TO VERIFY A BMW PART WAS USED. I BROUGHT IT TO BMW OF BAYSIDE AND THEY VERIFIED IT WAS A BMW PART. I HAD A COPY OF MY BILL FROM THE REPAIR SHOP WITH THE BMW PART AND LABOR COST. NOW THEY SAY I CAN NOT BE PAID BECAUSE I NEED A RECEIPT FROM AN AUTHORIZED BMW PART CENTER. REPAIR WAS DONE 3 YEARS AGO AND THE SHOP NO LONGER HAS THE RECEIPT. I AM WRITING TO YOU FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE IN OBTAINING THE REFUND THAT I AM DUE FOR THIS REPAIR. THANK YOU, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

NHTSA ODI #11185933

Mileage unknown · Jan 2, 2019
Unknown Or Other

DURING RECALL FOR 17V-676 BLOWER MOTOR WIRING,IT WAS DETERMINED BLOWER MOTOR WAS DAMAGED BY BROKEN BLADES. WHILE RECALL CLEARLY STATES ANY ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS DAMAGED WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. BMW DEALER CHARGED ME FOR REPLACEMENT OF SAID ITEM. I AM SEEKING A REIMBURSEMENT OF$ 490.47

NHTSA ODI #11164538

Official recalls

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24V513000 · Air Bags:frontal; Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module

Jul 3, 2024

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan (335d) vehicles. The original steering wheel may have been replaced with a sport or M-sport steering wheel equipped with an inflator that can explode during deployment.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's air bag module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan (335d) vehicles. The original steering wheel may have been replaced with a sport or M-sport steering wheel equipped with an inflator that can explode during deployment.

Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's air bag module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Air Bags:frontal

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan (335d) vehicles. The original steering wheel may have been replaced with a sport or M-sport steering wheel equipped with an inflator that can explode during deployment.

Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's air bag module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

20V017000 · Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module

Jan 15, 2020

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

17V683000 · Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:crankcase (pcv)

Oct 30, 2017

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notification by the end of October 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

17V676000 · Electrical System:wiring

Oct 25, 2017

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and air conditioning system may overheat.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

13V044000 · Electrical System; Electrical SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V Battery:cables; Electrical System:wiring:fuses And Circuit Breakers

Feb 7, 2013

BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured December 2007 through September 2011; and 2007-2011 3-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sedans manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sports wagons manufactured March 2007 through June 2011; and 2009-2011 Z4 vehicles manufactured March 2009 through June 2011. In February 2013, BMW recalled 504,545 vehicles. In July 2013, BMW informed the agency that it was adding 1-Series, 3-Series, and Z4 vehicles, representing an additional 12,094 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 516,791. The connector for the positive battery cable connector and the corresponding terminal on the fuse box may degrade over time. Over time, the high current flow and heat from electrical resistance may lead to a breakage of the connection, and a loss of electrical power to the vehicle.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: If there is a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, the vehicle may unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable connector and secure it with an improved method, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Additional source detail variants (3)

Electrical System:wiring:fuses And Circuit Breakers

BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured December 2007 through September 2011; and 2007-2011 3-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sedans manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sports wagons manufactured March 2007 through June 2011; and 2009-2011 Z4 vehicles manufactured March 2009 through June 2011. In February 2013, BMW recalled 504,545 vehicles. In July 2013, BMW informed the agency that it was adding 1-Series, 3-Series, and Z4 vehicles, representing an additional 12,094 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 516,791. The connector for the positive battery cable connector and the corresponding terminal on the fuse box may degrade over time. Over time, the high current flow and heat from electrical resistance may lead to a breakage of the connection, and a loss of electrical power to the vehicle.

Consequence: If there is a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, the vehicle may unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable connector and secure it with an improved method, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Electrical SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V Battery:cables

BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured December 2007 through September 2011; and 2007-2011 3-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sedans manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sports wagons manufactured March 2007 through June 2011; and 2009-2011 Z4 vehicles manufactured March 2009 through June 2011. In February 2013, BMW recalled 504,545 vehicles. In July 2013, BMW informed the agency that it was adding 1-Series, 3-Series, and Z4 vehicles, representing an additional 12,094 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 516,791. The connector for the positive battery cable connector and the corresponding terminal on the fuse box may degrade over time. Over time, the high current flow and heat from electrical resistance may lead to a breakage of the connection, and a loss of electrical power to the vehicle.

Consequence: If there is a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, the vehicle may unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable connector and secure it with an improved method, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Electrical System

BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured December 2007 through September 2011; and 2007-2011 3-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sedans manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sports wagons manufactured March 2007 through June 2011; and 2009-2011 Z4 vehicles manufactured March 2009 through June 2011. In February 2013, BMW recalled 504,545 vehicles. In July 2013, BMW informed the agency that it was adding 1-Series, 3-Series, and Z4 vehicles, representing an additional 12,094 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 516,791. The connector for the positive battery cable connector and the corresponding terminal on the fuse box may degrade over time. Over time, the high current flow and heat from electrical resistance may lead to a breakage of the connection, and a loss of electrical power to the vehicle.

Consequence: If there is a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, the vehicle may unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable connector and secure it with an improved method, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

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NHTSA investigations

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