2004-2010 BMW 5 Series, BMW 6 Series and others recall: cables
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on March 26, 2012. It covers about 367,682 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 367,682
- reported
- Mar 26, 2012
- owners notified
- Apr 30, 2012
- related complaints
- 69
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- Bmw is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 5-series, model year 2004-2010 6-series, model year 2006-2010 m5, and model year 2007-2010 m6 vehicles. The insulated bulkhead connector for the positive battery cable may have been incorrectly attached to the trunk floor panel, which can lead to a loosening of the bolt connection. As it loosens, an increase in electrical resistance at this cable connection is possible and could cause the cable connection to overheat.
- Risk
- Overheating could lead to a fire, even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
- Remedy
- Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the battery bolt cable connection as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 30, 2012. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 12V126000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 69 complaints about electrical problems.
2007 BMW 5 Series2008 BMW 5 Series2009 BMW 5 Series2010 BMW 5 Series2007 BMW 6 Series2008 BMW 6 Series2009 BMW 6 Series2010 BMW 6 Series2007 BMW M52008 BMW M52009 BMW M52010 BMW M5
Questions about recall 12V126000
Is there a recall on the 2004-2010 BMW 5 Series, BMW 6 Series and others cables?
Yes. Recall 12V126000, reported on March 26, 2012, covers about 367,682 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 12V126000?
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the battery bolt cable connection as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 30, 2012. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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