2018 BMW I3 recall: hybrid propulsion system
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on April 17, 2019. It covers about 159 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 159
- reported
- Apr 17, 2019
- owners notified
- Jun 13, 2019
- related complaints
- 3
Hybrid propulsion system
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 i3 BEV and i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles. A circuit board problem within the Electric Motor Electronics (EME) module may shutdown the supply of high voltage electrical power.
- Risk
- A shut down of high-voltage electrical power would result in a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EME module, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 19V310000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 19V310000
Is there a recall on the 2018 BMW I3 hybrid propulsion system?
Yes. Recall 19V310000, reported on April 17, 2019, covers about 159 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 19V310000?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EME module, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. 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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