NHTSA Recall # | 146961 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 19V472000 |
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Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
Supplier | BMW |
Brand | BMW |
Model | 335D |
Model Year | 2011 |
Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Date of notification | 14/08/19 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 27/03/08 |
End date of manufacturing | 15/06/11 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 19/06/19 |
Report created | 20/06/19 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 16641 |
Defect summary | Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2009 328i and 328xi, 2009-2011 335d, 2008-2012 m3 coupe and m3 convertible, and 2008-2011 m3 sedan vehicles. The connection of the positive battery cable at the fuse box terminal may degrade, resulting in an intermittent loss of electrical power. |
Consequence summary | A loss of electrical power can cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace and secure the positive battery cable connector, free of charge. The recall began august 14, 2019. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: this recall is an expansion of a previous recall, number 18v-314. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |