BMW 325XI 2011: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V676000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | 325XI | 2011 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-06-29 | 2017-10-25 | 2017-10-27 |
Production Dates: 2005-02-01 - 2011-12-16
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 702965
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and air conditioning system may overheat.
Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
