BMW of North America, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2018
Updated on March 31, 2026.
There were 28 safety recalls made by BMW of North America, LLC in 2018. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 19, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Incorrect or Missing Air Bag label/FMVSS 208
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i and X5 xDrive50i vehicles. The driver and/or passenger sun visor may have an incorrect air bag warning label, or the label may be missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant crash protection."
NHTSA ID: 18V918000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 11
Consequence Summary:
Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW notified owners, and dealers will inspect the driver and passenger sun visor, replacing the visors as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 4, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 90.91
November 26, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Engine Connecting Rods may Loosen
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2019 F850GS motorcycle. The engine connecting rods may not have been installed properly, possibly causing them to become loose and disconnect over time.
NHTSA ID: 18V830000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 1
Consequence Summary:
Loose engine connecting rods can damage the engine, causing a loss of engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
The motorcycle has not yet been sold, and the dealer will replace the engine, free of charge, prior to sale. The recall began December 7, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
October 25, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Coolant Leak Within EGR May Cause Fire
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW 328d and 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon and 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d and 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV and 2014-2017 X5 xDrive35d SAV vehicles equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module with an integrated cooler. If the EGR cooler leaks internally, the coolant can mix with diesel engine soot. The high EGR temperatures may result in these particles possibly smoldering and melting the intake manifold.
NHTSA ID: 18V755000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 44,368
Consequence Summary:
The melting intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the EGR cooler as necessary. If a leak has already occurred, the engine intake manifold will also be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 85.05
October 17, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Body Control Unit may Short Circuit
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i vehicles. The capacitors within the Body Domain Controller (BDC) may short circuit and overheat.
NHTSA ID: 18V732000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 172
Consequence Summary:
If the BDC short circuits, other nearby components may also overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. BMW dealers will replace the BDC control unit, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.42
October 11, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Driveshaft may Separate from Flange
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 BMW M3 Sedans, 2016-2017 BMW M4 and M4 GTS Coupes and 2017 BMW M4 Convertible vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the flange may fail resulting in a loss of propulsion.
NHTSA ID: 18V713000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 2,661
Consequence Summary:
A loss of vehicle propulsion can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify vehicle owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 95.69
September 28, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Rear Upper Control Arms may Fracture
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles. The rear upper control arm pivot bolts may have been improperly hardened, possibly causing the rear upper control arms to break.
NHTSA ID: 18V680000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 108
Consequence Summary:
If a rear upper control arm breaks, it can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. BMW dealers will replace both rear upper control arms, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 85.19
September 26, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Incorrect ECU Programming Causing Stall
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 BMW 760Li vehicles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) may have been programmed with incompatible software during a service visit, possibly causing the engine to stall.
NHTSA ID: 18V674000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 3
Consequence Summary:
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
All affected vehicles have been repaired by programming the ECU with the correct software. Therefore, owner letters will not be sent. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
September 20, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Risk of Shock or Fire from Charging Cable
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain BMW TurboCord Portable Chargers, part number 61442448670. Capacitors within these charging systems may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.
NHTSA ID: 18E092000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 622
Consequence Summary:
An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 33.28
September 20, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Risk of Shock or Fire from Charging Cable
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 330e iPerformance, i3 Rex, i3 Sport Rex, X5 xDrive40e, i3 BEV, i3 Sport BEV and 2019 i8 and i8 Roadster vehicles and 2018-2019 530e iPerformance, 530e xDrive iPerformance and 740Le xDrive iPerformance vehicles. Capacitors within the TurboCord Portable Chargers may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.
NHTSA ID: 18V652000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 3,501
Consequence Summary:
An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 97.97
September 12, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Wheel Bolts May Loosen
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6M vehicles. The wheel bolts on these vehicles may not have been properly tightened.
NHTSA ID: 18V614000
Component: WHEELS
# of Units Affected: 33
Consequence Summary:
The improperly tightened wheel bolts may loosen and break, affecting vehicle handling and control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten all of the wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 84.85
August 23, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Missing Fuel Pump Crash Protection Plate
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2019 MINI Cooper Countryman vehicles. These vehicles may be missing a crash protection plate near the high pressure fuel pump, which may result in a fuel leak in the event of a crash.
NHTSA ID: 18V557000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 9,953
Consequence Summary:
Without the crash protection plate, in the event of a crash, the fuel pump can become damaged, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
MINI will notify owners, and dealers will install a crash protection plate, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 22, 2018. Owners will receive a second notification when the repair is available. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 94.21
August 15, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Passenger Air Bag Incorrectly Manufactured
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one each of 2019 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe and 430i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been incorrectly manufactured, potentially affecting the air bag deployment performance in the event of a crash.
NHTSA ID: 18V533000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 3
Consequence Summary:
If the front passenger air bag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, the occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
July 17, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Fuel Gauge may Read Higher than Actual Level
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW M5 vehicles. The fuel level sensor in the fuel tank may become stuck against an in-tank fuel line, causing the fuel gauge to display an inaccurate and possibly larger amount of fuel than is actually available.
NHTSA ID: 18V473000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 1,645
Consequence Summary:
An incorrect fuel reading may lead to the vehicle stalling and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will secure the in-tank fuel line to keep the fuel line from contacting the fuel level sensor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 97.87
July 12, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Crankshaft Sensor Firmware may Cause Stall
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall. On September 12, 2018, BMW expanded the recall to a total of 5,309 vehicles including certain 2018-2019 BMW 540d xDrive, 230i M240i, M240i xDrive, X2 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 330i, 330i xDrive, 340i, 340i xDrive, 330i xDrive Gran Turismo, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 530e, 530e xDrive, 640i xDrive Gran Turismo, 330e, 2019 430i Gran Coupe, 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, 740i, 740i xDrive, MINI Cooper, Cooper S, JCW, MINI Countryman (Cooper, Cooper All4, Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW All4), and MINI Clubman (Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, JCW All4) vehicles.
NHTSA ID: 18V465000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 5,309
Consequence Summary:
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 98.21
July 6, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Insufficient Coating on Rear Brake Caliper Pistons
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i and certain 2019 X4 xDrive30i and X4 M40i vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
NHTSA ID: 18V453000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 5,594
Consequence Summary:
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the rear brake circuit, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.21
June 28, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Lower Control Arm May Break
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive35d, and X6 sDrive35i vehicles. The pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm may not have been properly hardened, which may cause the control arm to break.
NHTSA ID: 18V439000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 43
Consequence Summary:
If the lower control arm breaks, vehicle handling and control can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower-left control arms and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
June 21, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Turn Signals May Flash Multiple Colors/FMVSS 108
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X3 xDrive30i and X3 M40i vehicles. The rear turn signals on the outboard side panel will illuminate red, while the inboard turn signals simultaneously illuminate amber. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 18V431000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 5
Consequence Summary:
Turn signals that flash multiple colors may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear turn signal lights, and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
June 15, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Side Stand or Frame Damage
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2018 BMW G310R and 2018 BMW G310GS motorcycles. Over time, repeated use and loading of the side stand could cause damage to the side stand and the motorcycle's frame.
NHTSA ID: 18V408000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 2,376
Consequence Summary:
Damage to the side stand and/or frame may result in the motorcycle unexpectedly falling over while it is stationary, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the frame, installing a reinforcement plate and new side stand, or the frame will be replaced if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 63.13
June 11, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Passenger Side Air Bag Inflator may Rupture
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2000 323i sedans, coupes, convertibles, and Sports Wagons; 2000 328i sedans and coupes; 2001-2005 325i sedans, coupes, convertibles, and Sport Wagons; 2001-2005 325xi sedans and Sports Wagons; 2006 325i coupes and convertibles; 2001-2006 330i sedans, coupes, and convertibles; 2001-2005 330xi sedans; and 2001-2006 M3 coupes and convertibles to address a safety defect in the passenger side frontal air bag which may produce excessive internal pressure that could cause the air bag inflator to rupture upon deployment of the air bag.
NHTSA ID: 14V428000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 574,007
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure could cause rupturing of the inflator resulting in 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 will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side frontal air bag, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners in September 2014. A second notice was mailed when an adequate supply of parts became available, on December 1, 2014. 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
Completion Rate (%): 29.07
June 6, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Lane Keeping Assist may not Warn Properly
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X3 xDrive30i, X3 sDrive30i, and X3 M40i vehicles equipped with the "Active Lane Keeping Assistant" option. The steering wheel may be incompatible with the lane keeping assistant function and may not detect if the driver's hands are off the wheel.
NHTSA ID: 18V374000
Component: LANE DEPARTURE
# of Units Affected: 51
Consequence Summary:
If the sensors do not properly detect the driver's hands are off the wheel, the driver may not be alerted by one or more warning signals, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 96.08
May 23, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Engine Belt Idler Pulley Bolt may Loosen/Break
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2013 X5 xDrive 35d diesel vehicles. The engine idler pulley bolt may loosen over time and break.
NHTSA ID: 18V336000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 33,214
Consequence Summary:
If the idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the idler pulley bolt with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 74.06
May 16, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Loss of Fuel Pump
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW M5 vehicles. In certain driving conditions, the engine control unit software may cause the fuel pump to stop.
NHTSA ID: 18V323000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 846
Consequence Summary:
If the fuel pump stops, the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 97.87
May 14, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Loss of Electrical Power/Stalling
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2011 BMW 335d vehicles with diesel engines. The connection of the positive battery cable at the fuse box terminal may degrade over time, possibly resulting in an intermittent loss of electrical power.
NHTSA ID: 18V314000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 6,591
Consequence Summary:
A loss of electrical power to the vehicle can cause the vehicle to 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 June 29, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 67.02
April 18, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Electric Auxiliary Water Pump Failure
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.
NHTSA ID: 18V248000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 47,806
Consequence Summary:
If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric auxiliary water pump, free of charge. Depending on the model, there are currently limited parts available, however not all parts are available at this time. Owners will be notified of the recall beginning June 11, 2018, and will receive a second notification when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at BMW 1-800-525-7417, MINI at 1-866-825-1525, or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Note: BMW recommends that owners park their vehicle outdoors until the recall remedy has been performed.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 67.07
March 21, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Accessory Windscreen Glazing/FMVSS 205
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain Accessory Windscreens, sold for installation on various motorcycles. Specifically being recalled is Windscreen model number 8531917, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F700GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8544629, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 R1200R motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8546224, sold for use on model year 2014-2018 S1000R motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8551929, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 S1000XR motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8554726, sold for use on model year 2013-2018 R1200GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8554727 sold for use on model year 2014-2018 R1200GS Adventure motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8556927, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 R1200RS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8559548, sold for use on model year 2017-2018 R1200GS motorcycles and Windscreen model number 8561755, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F800GS motorcycles. These windscreens have extra tinting on them that may reduce the rider's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."
NHTSA ID: 18E016000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 1,571
Consequence Summary:
The darker windscreen can inhibit the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windscreen, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 10, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 14.89
March 7, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Rear Spoiler may Loosen and Detach
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X3 xDrive30i and X3 M40i vehicles. The rear spoiler may not have been properly attached during assembly, or may be missing screws, possibly causing the spoiler to detach while driving.
NHTSA ID: 18V154000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 17,008
Consequence Summary:
If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spoiler, correcting its attachment as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 1, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 98.52
February 8, 2018
(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))
Head Air Bags May Not Fully Inflate
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 Rolls-Royce Ghost vehicles. The head air bags in these vehicles may have been damaged during vehicle assembly, possibly causing the head air bags to not fully inflate upon deployment.
NHTSA ID: 18V097000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 3
Consequence Summary:
If the head air bag does not inflate properly in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
None of the affected vehicles have been delivered to customers, therefore, owner notification letters will not be sent. Rolls-Royce dealers will inspect and replace the head air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
January 9, 2018
(Campaign #: )
Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, 2009-2010 X5 xDrive35d vehicles and 2009-2013 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." BMW is also recalling certain 2007-2010 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X5 xDrive35d, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." BMW is also recalling certain 2007-2009 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xdrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X5 xDrive35d, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles ever registered in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
NHTSA ID: 18V030000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 41,808
Consequence Summary:
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action:
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger front air bag module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: Yes
Completion Rate (%): 73.47
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