2007-2012 BMW 128I, BMW 135I and others recall: fuses and circuit breakers
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on February 7, 2013. It covers about 516,791 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 516,791
- reported
- Feb 7, 2013
- owners notified
- Mar 13, 2013
- related complaints
- 613
Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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 [email protected].
Recall number 13V044000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 613 complaints about electrical problems.
2009 BMW 128I2010 BMW 128I2011 BMW 128I2012 BMW 128I2009 BMW 135I2010 BMW 135I2011 BMW 135I2012 BMW 135I2008 BMW 328I2009 BMW 328I2010 BMW 328I2011 BMW 328I
Questions about recall 13V044000
Is there a recall on the 2007-2012 BMW 128I, BMW 135I and others fuses and circuit breakers?
Yes. Recall 13V044000, reported on February 7, 2013, covers about 516,791 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 13V044000?
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 [email protected].
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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