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Electrical System complaints
129 reportsClear category filter126,000 miles · Jan 7, 2020
Electrical System
CONNECTION BETWEEN BATTERY AND FUSE BOX IS CORRODED AND CAUSING ISSUES. THIS IS ALREADY A RECALL FOR CERTAIN 2007 TO 2011 BMW 3 SERIES MODELS BUT MY SPECIFIC VIN IS NOT INCLUDED AND IT IS HAVING THE EXACT ISSUE THAT THE RECALL SPECIFIES ON VERY SIMILAR CARS. CAR'S DASH LIGHTS, HEADLIGHTS, AND RADIO FLICKER ON AND OFF AND THE CAR…
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CONNECTION BETWEEN BATTERY AND FUSE BOX IS CORRODED AND CAUSING ISSUES. THIS IS ALREADY A RECALL FOR CERTAIN 2007 TO 2011 BMW 3 SERIES MODELS BUT MY SPECIFIC VIN IS NOT INCLUDED AND IT IS HAVING THE EXACT ISSUE THAT THE RECALL SPECIFIES ON VERY SIMILAR CARS. CAR'S DASH LIGHTS, HEADLIGHTS, AND RADIO FLICKER ON AND OFF AND THE CAR HAS COMPLETELY SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING BEFORE.
NHTSA ODI #11297575
50,000 miles · Jan 6, 2020
Electrical SystemElectronic Stability Control (esc)
MY CAR STARTED GIVING ERROR CODES OF CHASSIS STABILIZATION MALFUNCTION ERRORS. IT STARTED DRAINING THE BATTERY (NEW BATTERY LESS THAN A YEAR) WHERE IT NEEDED TO BE JUMPED. THE DEALER SAID THE POWER SUPPLY CABLE FROM THE BATTERY TO THE MOTOR NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. VEHICLE STARTED THEN WOULDN'T RUN NORMAL AND THEN BATTERY WAS DEAD.…
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MY CAR STARTED GIVING ERROR CODES OF CHASSIS STABILIZATION MALFUNCTION ERRORS. IT STARTED DRAINING THE BATTERY (NEW BATTERY LESS THAN A YEAR) WHERE IT NEEDED TO BE JUMPED. THE DEALER SAID THE POWER SUPPLY CABLE FROM THE BATTERY TO THE MOTOR NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. VEHICLE STARTED THEN WOULDN'T RUN NORMAL AND THEN BATTERY WAS DEAD. ONCE JUMPED IT RAN BUT SHAKES BAD.
NHTSA ODI #11297502
Mileage unknown · Jan 2, 2020
Electrical SystemElectronic Stability Control (esc)
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 OVE…
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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 WIRING THAT OVERHEATS COULD CAUSE THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS TO MELT, AND INCREASE THE RISK OF A FIRE, EVEN WHEN THE VEHICLE IS UNATTENDED. I HAVE BEEN SMELLING BURNING RUBBER AND AT TIMES IT LOOKS AS IF THE CAR IS SMOKING. I WAS NOTIFIED OF THE MATTER BUT WAS OUT ON BED REST DUE TO HIGH RISK PREGNANCY. I DID HAVE THE CAR SERVICED. PLEASE ADVISE!
NHTSA ODI #11296633
121,923 miles · Dec 25, 2019
Electrical System
WHEN I GET IN MY CAR I HAVE TO USE MY KEY TO LOCK MY CAR DOORS. AS SOON AS I PUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION ALL MY CAR DOORS UNLOCK. I HAVE TO FIGHT WITH THE KEY AND DOUBLE TAPING ON THE LOCK BUTTON ON MY KEY SEEMS TO KEEP THE DOORS LOCKED. MY BACK WINDOW PASSENGER SIDE WON'T STAY CLOSED. I HAVE TO FIGHT WITH THE ELECTRIC WINDO…
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WHEN I GET IN MY CAR I HAVE TO USE MY KEY TO LOCK MY CAR DOORS. AS SOON AS I PUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION ALL MY CAR DOORS UNLOCK. I HAVE TO FIGHT WITH THE KEY AND DOUBLE TAPING ON THE LOCK BUTTON ON MY KEY SEEMS TO KEEP THE DOORS LOCKED. MY BACK WINDOW PASSENGER SIDE WON'T STAY CLOSED. I HAVE TO FIGHT WITH THE ELECTRIC WINDOW DEVICE AND HOLD THE ELECTRIC WINDOW DEVICE WHEN I CLOSE THE WINDOW. IT'S LIKE I HAVE TO BE FAST WHEN I CLOSE THE WINDOW AND HOLD THE ELECTRIC WINDOW DEVICE WHEN THE WINDOW IS UP AND CLOSED.
NHTSA ODI #11291153
119,000 miles · Nov 29, 2019
Electrical SystemEngineExterior Lighting
PURCHASED A 2011 BMW 328I USED IT CAME WITH EXTENDED WARRANTY THE FIRST ISSUE I HAD WAS IN MY FOOT WELL MODULE I CAME IN FROM WORK PARKED CAR IN DRIVE WAY WOKE UP THE NEXT MORNING TO NO HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS AND CAR WOULD NOT START I CONTACTED BMW BECAUSE THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE FOOT WELL MODULE TOOK CAR IN TO GET EVERYTHING…
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PURCHASED A 2011 BMW 328I USED IT CAME WITH EXTENDED WARRANTY THE FIRST ISSUE I HAD WAS IN MY FOOT WELL MODULE I CAME IN FROM WORK PARKED CAR IN DRIVE WAY WOKE UP THE NEXT MORNING TO NO HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS AND CAR WOULD NOT START I CONTACTED BMW BECAUSE THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE FOOT WELL MODULE TOOK CAR IN TO GET EVERYTHING CHECKED OUT BMW REPLACED FOOT WELL MODULE SAID EVERYTHING WAS OK DROVE CAR HOME THINKING EVERYTHING WAS OK PARKED CAR WOKE UP THE NEXT MORNING CAR WAS COMPLETELY DEAD NO POWER SO I TOOK BATTERY TO GET TESTED AND HAD TO REPLACE THE BATTERY ALSO THE BATTERY TERMINAL CAUSE SAFTEY TERMINAL WENT OFF FROM THERE I REPLACED EVERYTHING THAT WAS NEEDED CAR HAS POWER BUT WILL NOT CRANK HAD IT DIAGNOSTICS SAID IT WAS RELAY REPLACED ALL THE RELAYS IN THE CAR NO START SAME ISSUE HAD THE CRANK POSITION SENSOR REPLACED STILL NO START BATTERY GOOD LOOKED ONLINE TO SEE THAT THE FRM COULD CAUSE ELECTRICAL ISSUES WHICH IS CLEARLY THE ISSUE BUT ALL PROBLEMS TO THIS POINT GOT WORSE SINCE MODULE WAS REPLACED BY BMW DEALERSHIP AND DIAGNOSTICS BY THEM STATING EVERYTHING WAS OK. IVE LITERALLY EXHAUSTED MY OPTIONS OF BUYING AND REPLACING PARTS AND THE PROBLEM PERSIST WHEN I CONTACTED BMW ABOUT THE RECALL ON THE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH THE FOOT WELL MODULE INSTEAD OF THEM JUST REPLACING A MODULE AND SAYING MY ELECTRICAL WAS OK WHEN IT CLEARLY WAS NOT
NHTSA ODI #11282945
28,850 miles · Sep 20, 2019
Electrical System
CAR RAN ROUGH AFTER 190 MILE TRIP. ON VERGE OF SHUTDOWN. DEALER DIAGNOSTICS REVEALED # 1 FUEL INJECTOR AS INTERMITTENT. REPLACED #2 WITH #1 INJECTOR & PROBLEM REMAINED. REPLACED DME CONTROL UNIT & CAR RAN FINE FOR 200 + MILES AND REVERTED TO ROUGH ENGINE & VIBRATION. INDEPENDENT SHOP DIAGNOSTICS SHOWED #1 INJECTOR WHICH WAS AGA…
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CAR RAN ROUGH AFTER 190 MILE TRIP. ON VERGE OF SHUTDOWN. DEALER DIAGNOSTICS REVEALED # 1 FUEL INJECTOR AS INTERMITTENT. REPLACED #2 WITH #1 INJECTOR & PROBLEM REMAINED. REPLACED DME CONTROL UNIT & CAR RAN FINE FOR 200 + MILES AND REVERTED TO ROUGH ENGINE & VIBRATION. INDEPENDENT SHOP DIAGNOSTICS SHOWED #1 INJECTOR WHICH WAS AGAIN REPLACED. 8 MONTHS LATER, PROBLEM REOCCURRED. RETURNED TO SHOP & SUGGESTED REPAIR/REPLACEMENT OF DME CONTROL UNIT. RETURNED TO BMW DEALER AS DME WAS WARRANTIED. AFTER 4 HRS OF DIAGNOSTICS, CABLE HARNESS INJECTION VALVE REPLACED & CAR TESTED FOR 25 MILES. P/N:12-51-7-605-050 @ $565.54. CAR HAS 30,323 MILES. THIS IS 5-6 TIMES W/SAME PROBLEM.ALL FAILURES OCCURRED WHILE ON INTERSTATE OR MULTI-LANE STREETS @ 45-75 MILES/HR.
NHTSA ODI #11256928
111,536 miles · May 28, 2019
Electrical System
NO POWER TO FUSE BOX . AUTOMOBILE WILL NOT START . DASHBOARD IS COMPLETELY OUT . RECALL IN 2013 FOR THIS PROBLEM # 13V04000. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND CUT OFF AND WOULDN'T START. THIS HAPPEN IN 5 CONCOURSE PARKWAY PARKING DECK. NOBODY CAN FIND THIS RECALL . I NEED HELP
NHTSA ODI #11210263
100,000 miles · May 20, 2019
Electrical SystemEngineEngine And Engine Cooling
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 328I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY A DEALER TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 17V676000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), 13V044000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), 17V683000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE C…
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 328I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY A DEALER TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 17V676000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), 13V044000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), 17V683000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING), AND 14V176000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE CONTACT FELT THAT THE FAILURE MAY BE RELATED TO THE RECALL CAMPAIGNS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000. *BF *BF *JB *TR
NHTSA ODI #11208626
Mileage unknown · May 2, 2019
Electrical SystemExterior LightingUnknown Or Other
MY 16 YEAR OLD GRANDDAUGHTER WAS DRIVING HER BMW WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN A MESSAGE POPPED UP ON THE SCREEN TO USE CAUTION AND TAKE THE CAR TO A BMW SERVICE CENTER FOR SERVICE. SHE IS A NEW DRIVER SHE COULD AT THAT TIME COULD NOT DRIVE OVER 20 MPH. SHE WAS TERRIFIED. WE CALLED FOR A TOW AT HER REQUEST. WE SENT FOR HELP
NHTSA ODI #11205227
110,400 miles · Apr 16, 2019
Electrical System
MY 2011 328I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE WINDSHIELD WASHER MOTOR, THEN THE HEATER MOTOR CUTTING IN AND OUT, DURING A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM, PUT ALL THE WINDOWS DOWN (KEYS HANGING ON A RACK INSIDE MY HOUSE) SHORTING OUT THE CENTER CONSOLE MODULE. THEN THE CAR WAS PUT AWAY FOR THE WINTER, THE BATTERY WOULD NOT KEEP A CHARGE, T…
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MY 2011 328I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE WINDSHIELD WASHER MOTOR, THEN THE HEATER MOTOR CUTTING IN AND OUT, DURING A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM, PUT ALL THE WINDOWS DOWN (KEYS HANGING ON A RACK INSIDE MY HOUSE) SHORTING OUT THE CENTER CONSOLE MODULE. THEN THE CAR WAS PUT AWAY FOR THE WINTER, THE BATTERY WOULD NOT KEEP A CHARGE, TRIED STARTING IN THE SPRING AND THE ECU ELECTRICAL BOARD FRIED OUT, THIS WAS NOT COVERED BY FACTORY OR AUTO INSURANCE (TOTAL COST FOR REPAIRS $4500.00) 'ULTIMATE DRIVING MACHINE' IS A LIE! BMW 'BURNED MOTOR WIRING'.
NHTSA ODI #11196675
Official recalls
7Jul 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.
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.
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.
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.
Apr 10, 2014
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 128i Coupe, 128i Convertible, 328i Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 328i Coupe, 328i Convertible, 328i Sports Wagon and Z4 sDrive 30i, 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 135i Convertible, 335i Sedan, X5 xDrive 35i, and X6 xDrive 35i, 2011 335i xDrive Sedan, 335i Coupe, 335i Convertible, 528i Sedan, 535i Sedan, 535i xDrive Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, and X3 xDrive 35i, 2010 X3 xDrive 30i, and X5 xDrive 30i, 2012 640i Coupe, and 640i Convertible and 2010-2012 535i Gran Turismo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and may possibly break.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the bolts loosen or break the engine may have reduced power or stall. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the four VANOS housing bolts for both VANOS units (intake and exhaust), free of charge. In addition, owners of approximately 170,172 model year 2010-2012 BMW vehicles equipped with inline 6 cylinder engines not covered by this recall, will receive an extended warranty to address this condition. The recall began on September 24, 2014. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.
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.
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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.
Sep 15, 2011
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 328I XDRIVE AND 335I XDRIVE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 8, 2011, THROUGH JULY 29, 2011. THE FRONT DRIVESHAFT ATTACHMENT BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION. IF THE BOLTS WERE NOT TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION, THEY MAY BECOME LOOSE.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: IF THE BOLTS LOOSEN, IT COULD LEAD TO A LOSS OF POWER TO THE FRONT WHEELS AND ULTIMATELY A VEHICLE BREAKDOWN, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT DRIVESHAFT ATTACHMENT BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING OCTOBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417.
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