Recall Details

BMW Recalls Over 720,000 Cars and SUVs for Electrical Fire Risk

Recall Details

* **Affected vehicles:** 2013–2016 BMW 328d, 2014–2016 BMW 428i, 2013–2015 BMW X3 xDrive28d, and 2013–2015 BMW X5 xDrive35d * **Number of vehicles affected:** 720,000 worldwide, including 390,000 in the United States * **Reason for recall:** An improperly sealed circuit in the water pumps of the affected vehicles can allow water to enter the electrical system, which can cause a short circuit and increase the risk of an electrical fire.

What to Do If Your Vehicle Is Affected

* Check if your vehicle is affected by visiting the NHTSA website or by contacting BMW customer service at 1-866-ASK-MINI (1-866-275-6464). * If your vehicle is affected, schedule an appointment with your local BMW dealer to have the recall repair performed. The repair involves replacing the affected water pump. * The recall repair is free of charge.

Other Important Information

* BMW has not received any reports of fires or injuries related to this recall. * The recall is expected to begin in November 2022. * BMW recommends that owners of affected vehicles park their vehicles outside until the recall repair has been performed. **Sources:** * [NHTSA Recall Notice](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V587) * [BMW Recall Press Release](https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0378080EN/bmw-issues-voluntary-recall-for-certain-vehicles-due-to-potential-electrical-fire-risk)