BMW I3 2018: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V310000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | I3 | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2019-06-13 | 2019-04-17 | 2019-04-18 |
Production Dates: 2018-01-13 - 2018-02-20
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 159
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
A shut down of high-voltage electrical power would result in a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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.
