2014-2017 BMW I3 recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on February 9, 2017. It covers about 19,130 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 19,130
- reported
- Feb 9, 2017
- owners notified
- Mar 25, 2017
- related complaints
- 13
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles. The fuel tank vent line may rub against the ribbed wire protection sleeve of the battery positive (B+) cable, creating a hole in the vent line and causing a fuel vapor leak.
- Risk
- A fuel vapor leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel vent line, replacing it as necessary, and install a clip to prevent it from chafing, free of charge. The recall beganApril 3, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 17V088000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 13 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 17V088000
Is there a recall on the 2014-2017 BMW I3 hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?
Yes. Recall 17V088000, reported on February 9, 2017, covers about 19,130 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 17V088000?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel vent line, replacing it as necessary, and install a clip to prevent it from chafing, free of charge. The recall beganApril 3, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service 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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