BMW of North America, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2013
Updated on March 31, 2026.
There were 15 safety recalls made by BMW of North America, LLC in 2013. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 12, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Fuel Pump Flange may Leak
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 model year R-model motorcycles, model year 2005-2012 K-model motorcycles, model year 2010-2011 S 1000 model motorcycles, and model year 2006-2010 HP2 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, the fuel pump flange (and the auxiliary fuel pump flange if equipped) could develop cracks and leak fuel.
NHTSA ID: 13V617000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 50,184
Consequence Summary:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will either reinforce the fuel pump flange or replace the pump, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 59.33
November 15, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Inst. Panel may Interfere with Air Bag Deployment
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 X3 xDrive 28i/35i vehicles manufactured February 11, 2013, through February 27, 2013. Due to a production process error, the tear seam on the instrument panel was not manufactured correctly.
NHTSA ID: 13V570000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 3
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash, the air bag could improperly deploy, thereby reducing the effectiveness of the air bag's protection and increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger. In addition, parts or fragments from the air bag system could strike and injure the front passenger or other vehicle occupants.
Corrective Action:
BMW has notified owners and dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
November 12, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Front Seat Occupant Protection Mat Defect
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports wagons, model year 2006-2007 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i sedans and 530xi sports wagons, model year 2006 760i sedans, model year 2006-2007 750i, 750Li, and 760Li sedans, and model year 2006 X5 sports activity vehicles, equipped with certain seat types. The front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if and how the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a system failure.
NHTSA ID: 13V564000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 76,565
Consequence Summary:
Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners with an interim notification letter in January 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, BMW sent a second letter in August and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, free of charge. Additionally, owners of model year 2006-2007 3 Series with standard seats, 5 Series with comfort seats, and Z4 models, will receive an extended warranty on their front passenger seat occupant detection mat. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 45.89
November 1, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Rear Wheel Bearing Wear
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 F 800 S and F 800 ST motorcycles manufactured August 2006 through January 2009. Due to incorrect tolerances, the rear wheel drive bearing and rear axle may wear.
NHTSA ID: 13V549000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 2,608
Consequence Summary:
Bearing and axle wear may affect handling and control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearing, and if necessary, replace the bearing and rear axle, at no charge. The recall began on January 10, 2014. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 46.86
October 25, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Incorrect Throttle Signal may cause Engine Stall
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012 K1600 GT and K1600 GTL motorcycles. In certain riding conditions, an incorrect throttle valve control signal may be received by the engine control unit, limiting the engine speed.
NHTSA ID: 13V526000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 2,475
Consequence Summary:
As a result of the reduced engine speed, the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the throttle control software, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in December 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 78.18
September 26, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Loss of Brake Assist/Vacuum Pump Lubrication
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 320i, 328i, 320i xDrive, and 328i xDrive sedans; model year 2014 328i xDrive Sports Wagons; model year 2012-2013 528i and 528i xDrive sedans, model year 2013-2014 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles and model year 2012-2014 Z4 sDrive28i roadsters. Due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail.
NHTSA ID: 13V454000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 76,191
Consequence Summary:
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the vehicles to prevent insufficient vacuum pump lubrication, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 31, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 96.87
September 11, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Tail light Failure
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 528i, 535i, 550i, and M5 passenger cars manufactured from March 1, 2007, through December 31, 2009. Over time, increased resistance at the taillight electrical contact points may cause damage to the ground terminal and housing of the connector resulting in an intermittent or permanent loss of functionality of one or more rear lamp functions (tail, brake, turn-signal, reverse).
NHTSA ID: 13V407000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 134,100
Consequence Summary:
Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lamp bulb carriers free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 76.48
August 7, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Fuel Filter Heater/Possible Fire
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.
NHTSA ID: 13V339000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
# of Units Affected: 1,540
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
June 28, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Side Stand Switch may come Loose
BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 F700 GS and F800 GS motorcycles manufactured June 1, 2012, through October 18, 2012. The side-stand switch that prevents the engine from running while the side-stand is down may become damaged allowing the engine to run with the side-stand down.
NHTSA ID: 13V279000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 870
Consequence Summary:
The rider may start riding with the side-stand down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners and dealers will secure the side-stand switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 8, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
May 24, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Luggage Rack May Detach from Scooter
BMW of North America, LLC (BMWNA) is recalling dealer installed accessory luggage racks (part number 8 527 038) that can be equipped to 2013 BMW C650 GT Maxi-Scooters. During riding, the attachment bolts of the luggage rack could loosen.
NHTSA ID: 13E030000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 195
Consequence Summary:
If the attachment bolts loosen, the luggage rack could separate from the scooter and become a road hazard for drivers of other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMWNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the luggage rack free of charge. The recall began July 19, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
May 2, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Passenger Side Air Bag Inflator may Rupture
BMW is recalling certain model year 2002-2003 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans; 325Ci and 330Ci coupes and convertibles; 325iT and 325xiT Sports Wagons; and M3 coupes and convertibles to address a safety defect in the passenger side frontal air bag which may produce excessive internal pressure causing the inflator to rupture upon deployment of the air bag.
NHTSA ID: 13V172000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 43,204
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the passenger seat occupant or other occupants.
Corrective Action:
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. BMW intends to issue initial notifications to owners informing them of the safety defect in June 2013. Once replacement parts are available, estimated for July, BMW will notify owners again to contact their dealers and schedule a replacement of the passenger air bag, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: Yes
April 22, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Front Fork may Loosen
BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 R1200 GS motorcycles manufactured January 9, 2013, through February 8, 2013. Due to an insufficient torque of a locking bolt, the front fork tube may loosen.
NHTSA ID: 13V154000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 15
Consequence Summary:
If the fork loosens it may hinder the rider's ability to control the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners and dealers will reinforce the affected fork locking bolt connections, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety recall by telephone on April 22 and April 23, 2013. Therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
February 7, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Loss of Electrical Power/Stalling
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured December 2007 through September 2011; and 2007-2011 3-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sedans manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sports wagons manufactured March 2007 through June 2011; and 2009-2011 Z4 vehicles manufactured March 2009 through June 2011. In February 2013, BMW recalled 504,545 vehicles. In July 2013, BMW informed the agency that it was adding 1-Series, 3-Series, and Z4 vehicles, representing an additional 12,094 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 516,791. The connector for the positive battery cable connector and the corresponding terminal on the fuse box may degrade over time. Over time, the high current flow and heat from electrical resistance may lead to a breakage of the connection, and a loss of electrical power to the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 13V044000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 516,791
Consequence Summary:
If there is a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, the vehicle may unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable connector and secure it with an improved method, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
February 7, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Leaking Brake Vacuum Pump/Loss of Power Assist
BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 X5 SAV vehicles, manufactured September 12, 2006, through March 18, 2010 and equipped with an 8-cylinder engine. The brake vacuum pump may leak a small amount of lubricating oil into the hose. The contamination could result in a loss of power assist braking.
NHTSA ID: 13V045000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 30,265
Consequence Summary:
The loss of power assist in braking could increase stopping distance and lead to a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake vacuum line with one that contains a check valve, free of charge. The recall began during March 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
January 17, 2013
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Insufficient Gear Shaft Lubrication/Loss of Drive
BMW is recalling certain model year 2011 1-Series ActiveE passenger vehicles manufactured August 17, 2011, through December 19, 2011. Due to an insufficient sealing of the drivetrain housing assembly there may be a lack of grease lubrication on the gear shaft that transfers power from the electric motor to the transmission.
NHTSA ID: 13V017000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 360
Consequence Summary:
Over time, the connection between the electric motor and the transmission may wear, possibly resulting in a sudden loss of vehicle propulsion. This could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners by telephone, and dealers will inspect the drivetrain connection and update the sealing system. Any worn electric motor gearing will be replaced. The recall began on April 4, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
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