BMW TURBOCORD PORTABLE CHARGE 9999: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18E092000

Make Model Year
BMW TURBOCORD PORTABLE CHARGE NO YEAR
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-11-19 2018-09-20 2018-09-26

Production Dates: 2018-05-03 - 2018-08-08

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 622

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain BMW TurboCord Portable Chargers, part number 61442448670. Capacitors within these charging systems may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.

Consequence

An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes

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.