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

makesAndModels

model 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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V339000
Report Received Date: 2013-08-07T00:00:00
Subject: Fuel filter heater/possible fire
Component: Fuel System, Diesel
Potentially Affected Units: 1,540

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
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.
Consequence Summary: The fuel filter heater could remain activated even when the ignition is off and lead to a dead battery. the unit could also overheat, possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.
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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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