Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #14V674000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V674000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Affecting model year 2014 i8 vehicles manufactured from may 16, 2014, to september 16, 2014 Includes 223 affected units, Fuel Tank Bolt Weld Not Welded To Specification, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2014 i8 vehicles manufactured from may 16, 2014, to september 16, 2014

Defect Summary

Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2014 i8 vehicles manufactured from may 16, 2014, to september 16, 2014. a bolt used to attach a ground cable between the tank and the vehicle chassis may not have been properly welded during manufacturing.

Corrective Action

Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank if necessary, free of charge. the recall began in november 2014. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or customerrelations@bmwusa.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V674000
Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2014-10-27T00:00:00
Subject: Fuel tank bolt weld not welded to specification
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline
Potentially Affected Units: 223

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2014 i8 vehicles manufactured from may 16, 2014, to september 16, 2014. a bolt used to attach a ground cable between the tank and the vehicle chassis may not have been properly welded during manufacturing.
Consequence Summary: An inadequate weld of the bolt to the fuel tank could cause a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could lead to a fire.
Corrective Action: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank if necessary, free of charge. the recall began in november 2014. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or customerrelations@bmwusa.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 94.17

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NHTSA ID: 14V674000
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