2019 BMW X5 recall: electrical system
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on October 17, 2018. It covers about 172 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 172
- reported
- Oct 17, 2018
- owners notified
- Nov 2, 2018
- related complaints
- 72
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i vehicles. The capacitors within the Body Domain Controller (BDC) may short circuit and overheat.
- Risk
- If the BDC short circuits, other nearby components may also overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. BMW dealers will replace the BDC control unit, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 18V732000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 72 complaints about electrical problems.
Questions about recall 18V732000
Is there a recall on the 2019 BMW X5 electrical system?
Yes. Recall 18V732000, reported on October 17, 2018, covers about 172 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V732000?
All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. BMW dealers will replace the BDC control unit, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 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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