Charging Concerns

Bulletin number

612814

Component

Electrical system

Summary

Charging Concerns. INFORMATION Only properly trained personnel, who have passed all applicable technical training courses, should perform any maintenance or repairs on any Hybrid or Electric Vehicle. Work performed by unqualified persons may result in severe injury or damage to the vehicle. Additional information may be found in REP 61 00... Observe safety instructions when handling electric vehicles. Inspect all HV connectors on the KLE If a KLE connector is found to be loose or not connected, inspect the connector and the KLE for damage to the connectors, damage to the contacts, or overheating. https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/16626.1.B61281... 12/24/2014 Page 2 of 2 If any damage or overheating is found, replace the affected HV cable and KLE. If no connection problems are found, or if the concern/relevant fault code is still present after replacement, continue with normal diagnosis. NOTE: Prior to replacing any HV components, refer to SI B00 03 06 to determine if a TC PuMA case is required.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 12 complaints in the electrical category.