Recall 18V652000: 2018 BMW 330E, 2018–2019 BMW 530E, 2018–2019 BMW 740LE +3 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 20, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 3,501
- Models
- 6
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 330e iPerformance, i3 Rex, i3 Sport Rex, X5 xDrive40e, i3 BEV, i3 Sport BEV and 2019 i8 and i8 Roadster vehicles and 2018-2019 530e iPerformance, 530e xDrive iPerformance and 740Le xDrive iPerformance vehicles. Capacitors within the TurboCord Portable Chargers may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.
The risk
An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. 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.
Affected vehicles
- 2018 BMW 330E
- 2018 BMW 530E
- 2019 BMW 530E
- 2018 BMW 740LE
- 2019 BMW 740LE
- 2018 BMW I3
- 2019 BMW I8
- 2018 BMW X5
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V652000
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner letters
- Feb 22, 2019
- Components
- Equipment:electrical (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology