Recall 19V579000: 2008–2012 BMW 128I, 2008–2012 BMW 135I, 2008–2012 BMW 135IS
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 6, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 41,981
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2012 BMW 128i, 135i, 135is Coupes and 128i, 135i Convertible vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors in the blower-regulator wiring harness may overheat.
The risk
Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the blower-regulator wiring harness, and replace it with a new part, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall is an expansion of an earlier recall number 17V-676.
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
- 2008 BMW 128I
- 2009 BMW 128I
- 2010 BMW 128I
- 2011 BMW 128I
- 2012 BMW 128I
- 2008 BMW 135I
- 2009 BMW 135I
- 2010 BMW 135I
- 2011 BMW 135I
- 2012 BMW 135I
- 2008 BMW 135IS
- 2009 BMW 135IS
- 2010 BMW 135IS
- 2011 BMW 135IS
- 2012 BMW 135IS
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 19V579000
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Owner letters
- Oct 4, 2019
- Components
- Electrical system:wiring (Electrical System)
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