The electrical wiring and connectors in your car's heating and air conditioning system can overheat and melt, causing a potential fire risk.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wiring overheats, it could cause a fire, even when you're not driving your car. This is a serious safety concern, especially when your car is parked and unattended.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty wiring and electrical connectors with new, fire-resistant ones – free of charge. You'll get a letter with instructions on how to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and air conditioning system may overheat.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The positive battery cable connector in your vehicle is the part that connects the battery to the fuse box. Over time, it can degrade and break, cutting off power to your vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
If the connection breaks, your car could stall without warning, making it hard to control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty connector and secure it with a new method, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2013 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If there is a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, the vehicle may unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
This model year has 2 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.
What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING recall for the 2007 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #17V676000)
The electrical wiring and connectors in your car's heating and air conditioning system can overheat and melt, causing a potential fire risk. If the wiring overheats, it could cause a fire, even when you're not driving your car. This is a serious safety concern, especially when your car is parked and unattended. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty wiring and electrical connectors with new, fire-resistant ones – free of charge. You'll get a letter with instructions on how to schedule the repair.
What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM recall for the 2007 BMW 3 Series? (Campaign #13V044000)
The positive battery cable connector in your vehicle is the part that connects the battery to the fuse box. Over time, it can degrade and break, cutting off power to your vehicle. If the connection breaks, your car could stall without warning, making it hard to control and increasing the risk of a crash. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty connector and secure it with a new method, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2013 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.