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2006-2011 BMW 323I, BMW 325I and others recall: wiring

BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on October 25, 2017. It covers about 702,965 vehicles.

vehicles affected
702,965
reported
Oct 25, 2017
owners notified
Jun 29, 2018
related complaints
934

Electrical system: wiring

What is wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and air conditioning system may overheat.
Risk
Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.

Recall number 17V676000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 934 complaints about electrical problems.

2008 BMW 323I2009 BMW 323I2010 BMW 323I2011 BMW 323I2008 BMW 325I2009 BMW 325I2010 BMW 325I2011 BMW 325I2008 BMW 325XI2009 BMW 325XI2010 BMW 325XI2011 BMW 325XI

Questions about recall 17V676000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2011 BMW 323I, BMW 325I and others wiring?

Yes. Recall 17V676000, reported on October 25, 2017, covers about 702,965 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V676000?

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. 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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