Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #13V339000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V339000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting model year 2009-2010 x5 xdrive35d vehicles equipped with a diesel engine and manufactured from june 13, 2009, through november 9, 2009 Includes 1,540 affected units, Fuel Filter Heater/Possible Fire, component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2009-2010 x5 xdrive35d vehicles equipped with a diesel engine and manufactured from june 13, 2009, through november 9, 2009
Defect Summary
Bmw is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 x5 xdrive35d vehicles equipped with a diesel engine and manufactured from june 13, 2009, through november 9, 2009. the fuel filter heater, which is used for warming up the diesel fuel during vehicle operation at low outside temperatures, could experience an electrical overload condition and become permanently activated.
Corrective Action
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter heater, free of charge. the safety recall began on september 26, 2013. owners may contact bmw customer relations at 1-800-525-7417.