2008-2012 BMW 128I, BMW 135I and others recall: wiring
BMW Of North America, LLC reported this safety recall on August 6, 2019. It covers about 41,981 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 41,981
- reported
- Aug 6, 2019
- owners notified
- Oct 4, 2019
- related complaints
- 37
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2012 BMW 128i, 135i, 135is Coupes and 128i, 135i Convertible vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors in the blower-regulator wiring harness 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 inspect the blower-regulator wiring harness, and replace it with a new part, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417. Note: This recall is an expansion of an earlier recall number 17V‑676.
Recall number 19V579000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 37 complaints about electrical problems.
2009 BMW 128I2010 BMW 128I2011 BMW 128I2012 BMW 128I2009 BMW 135I2010 BMW 135I2011 BMW 135I2012 BMW 135I2009 BMW 135IS2010 BMW 135IS2011 BMW 135IS2012 BMW 135IS
Questions about recall 19V579000
Is there a recall on the 2008-2012 BMW 128I, BMW 135I and others wiring?
Yes. Recall 19V579000, reported on August 6, 2019, covers about 41,981 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 19V579000?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the blower-regulator wiring harness, and replace it with a new part, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417. Note: This recall is an expansion of an earlier recall number 17V‑676.
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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