2013 BMW X3 recall: instrument cluster/panel
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on November 15, 2013. It covers about 3 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 3
- reported
- Nov 15, 2013
- owners notified
- Dec 11, 2013
- related complaints
- 29
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 X3 xDrive 28i/35i vehicles manufactured February 11, 2013, through February 27, 2013. Due to a production process error, the tear seam on the instrument panel was not manufactured correctly.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the air bag could improperly deploy, thereby reducing the effectiveness of the air bag's protection and increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger. In addition, parts or fragments from the air bag system could strike and injure the front passenger or other vehicle occupants.
- Remedy
- BMW has notified owners and dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1‑800‑525‑7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Recall number 13V570000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 29 complaints about electrical problems.
Questions about recall 13V570000
Is there a recall on the 2013 BMW X3 instrument cluster/panel?
Yes. Recall 13V570000, reported on November 15, 2013, covers about 3 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 13V570000?
BMW has notified owners and dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations 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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