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BMW 3 Series, 5 Series, 1 Series, X5, X3, and Z4 Recall Overview:
- Who: BMW is recalling 917,106 vehicles, many for the third time.
- Why: The recall stems from fears a faulty heater in the positive crankcase ventilation system could cause engine fires.
- Where: The recall is effective nationwide.
BMW is recalling 917,106 vehicles, many for the third time, over fears a faulty heater could cause engine fires.
In a recall notice posted by the U.S. National Highway Transport Safety Agency (NHSTA), the company says it is recalling many of its 3 Series, 5 Series, 1 Series, X5, X3 and Z4 vehicles model years 2006 through 2013 because the heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
“An electrical short can cause the PCV valve to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire while driving, or soon after driving when parked,” the recall notice says.
BMW Drivers May Notice Smoke, Plastic Burning Odor
According to the company, the valve heater in the PCV system could have defects and “may not have been produced by the supplier to specifications,” which could, over time, lead to overheating.
The recall notice says that drivers could get a warning of the issue through the illumination of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp. It adds that smoke may be noticeable from the area near the engine compartment and a plastic burning odor may also be noticeable.
This recall expands on two previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273, for the same issue, which remained unresolved. The company says the fix for the problem is currently being developed.
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Apr. 25, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
In August 2021, BMW had to issue two separate recalls over issues that posed safety risks to drivers. In the first, a software problem was thought to be affecting the brake assist in more than 50,000 BMW cars and SUVs. The BMW brake assist may fail to function in certain conditions, making braking harder and increasing stopping distances, the automaker warned.
In the second, BMW recalled more than 21,000 vehicles, including several 2021 models, as well as the Toyota Supra, for a defective safety belt component that may affect the ability of owners to correctly install car seats in certain vehicles. The automatic locking device on the safety belt retractor may malfunction in vehicles manufactured between Nov 30, 2020, and Feb 12, 2021, the recall notice explained.
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37 thoughts onBMW Recalls Almost 1M Cars Due to Risk of Engine Fires
I had problems with my wiring for my blower motor. It caught on fire and bmw didnt fix it when i brought it in to them and they never got m e a vehicle for a loaner
aug 8 2023 My 2010 x5 35d xdrive which was my favorite car of all
burnt to the frame. i was traveling on i44 outside of vinita ok i drove maybe 8 miles and noticed a burning smell and thern saw smoke
My 2010 x5 35d xdrive which was my favorite car of all
burnt to the frame. i was traveling on i44 outside of vinita ok i drove maybe 8 miles and noticed a burning smell and thern saw smoke
July 3rd 2023 my car engine caught on fire after sitting for 4 hours and I found out that there’s an open recall and a class action lawsuit. I towed it to dealer they treated me so disrespectful I couldn’t even get a loaner car because my insurance wasn’t and I quote “elite” enough for there loaner cars. Please help me put I lost my job and I’m about to lose my place soon and they have nerve to want me to tow it from there dealer or I’ll be charged.
They claim they are not responsible for the engine spontaneous combustible.
Please add me to this legal action
My 650i convertible was found to have cheap seals and that is why my car is leaking to the tune of 12k. BMW knew this when they manufactured this car. There are dozens of us victims I want to start a class action lawsuit. For the 2006-2013
July 3rd 2023 my car engine caught on fire after sitting for 4 hours and I found out that there’s an open recall and a class action lawsuit. I towed it to dealer they treated me so disrespectful I couldn’t even get a loaner car because my insurance wasn’t and I quote “elite” enough for there loaner cars. Please help me put I lost my job and I’m about to lose my place soon and they have nerve to want me to tow it from there dealer or I’ll be charged.
Add me too, March 26,2023 the BMW was parking inside the garage and caught on fire. It was 2010 X6 BMW, do not park your BMW inside the garage you never know when the vehicle will start the fire.
BMW told me I was negligent with my vehicle after the timing chain jumped and threw particles in the engine, making it seize up. Yet they cared for the car since I owned it and the previous owner only had it serviced with BMW.
THIS IS ENOUGH WITH BMW. This recall issue has been going on since 2017. When is someone going to do something???????
I have a 2011 bmw 328i xdrive recieved notice in mail contacted bmw Nothing nothing nothing. Car smells like fuel inside when trying to start it, it has caused many problems from overheating to leaking oil into my spark plugs making them foul out and bmw has no fix for this. Ive replaced spark plugs and coil packs twice now only 10000 miles im between. Now car using oil and coolant idling rough smells like something burning under hood. This is hard for a single mom with one vehichle. Im tired of paying to fix bmws problem. Please add me
I have a 2011, 328i. Smell plastic burning u see the hood (engine). Received recall notice, but nothing has been done! This is WAY too long for them to fix or repay buyers!! I want to complain & complain to their corporate office!
Add me please