2018 BMW M5 recall: tank assembly
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on July 17, 2018. It covers about 1,645 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,645
- reported
- Jul 17, 2018
- owners notified
- Sep 14, 2018
- related complaints
- 1
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW M5 vehicles. The fuel level sensor in the fuel tank may become stuck against an in-tank fuel line, causing the fuel gauge to display an inaccurate and possibly larger amount of fuel than is actually available.
- Risk
- An incorrect fuel reading may lead to the vehicle stalling and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will secure the in-tank fuel line to keep the fuel line from contacting the fuel level sensor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 18V473000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 18V473000
Is there a recall on the 2018 BMW M5 tank assembly?
Yes. Recall 18V473000, reported on July 17, 2018, covers about 1,645 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V473000?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will secure the in-tank fuel line to keep the fuel line from contacting the fuel level sensor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 2018. 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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