BMW X3 2021: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V199000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | X3 | 2021 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2021-05-10 | 2021-03-24 | 2021-03-24 |
Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 17
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, and X4, and 2021 X4 xDrive30i vehicles. The inlet check valve weld may fail, allowing the filling pipe to separate from the fuel tank.
Fuel may leak through the failed weld, increasing the risk of a fire.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall is scheduled to begin May 17, 2021. Owners were also contacted by telephone. To date, all repairs have been done. No further owner notification letters will be sent. 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.
