2009-2010 BMW X5 recall: pre-heater
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on August 7, 2013. It covers about 1,540 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,540
- reported
- Aug 7, 2013
- owners notified
- Sep 26, 2013
- related complaints
- 71
Fuel system, diesel: pre-heater
- What is wrong
- BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 X5 xDrive35d vehicles equipped with a diesel engine and manufactured from June 13, 2009, through November 9, 2009. The fuel filter heater, which is used for warming up the diesel fuel during vehicle operation at low outside temperatures, could experience an electrical overload condition and become permanently activated.
- Risk
- The fuel filter heater could remain activated even when the ignition is off and lead to a dead battery. The unit could also overheat, possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter heater, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 26, 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 13V339000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 71 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 13V339000
Is there a recall on the 2009-2010 BMW X5 pre-heater?
Yes. Recall 13V339000, reported on August 7, 2013, covers about 1,540 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 13V339000?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter heater, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 26, 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations 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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