
Recall Announcement from BMW
In the United States, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced a major recall for some vehicle models of German automaker BMW. In the statement made, “An improperly sealed electrical connection at the water pump may be exposed to water, resulting in a short circuit.” statement was given.
Recall Scope
This recall covers BMW's popular crossover models such as the X1 and X5, as well as some 5 Series models. These vehicle owners will be able to have the necessary changes made free of charge through dealers.
- Water pump replacement
- Checking the plug connection and replacing it if necessary
- Installing a protective shield to prevent the problem from occurring again
NHTSA stated that BMW was aware of approximately 18 customer complaints or field incidents, but that there were no reports of accidents or injuries in the United States related to this situation. Total recall 720 thousand 796 vehicles It was stated that it covers.