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2013 BMW 320i

3 recalls Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #14V627000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The vacuum pump in your vehicle helps assist your brakes when you press the pedal. It's a critical part of your braking system, but in certain models, it may not get enough lubrication.
Risk if Unfixed
If the vacuum pump fails, you could lose some of your braking power. This could make it harder to stop your vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will install a special locking ring to keep the vacuum pump running smoothly, free of charge. They'll do this as soon as you schedule the repair after receiving the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 BMW 328i xDrive Sports Wagon, 2012-2014 BMW 320i Sedan, 328i Sedan, 320i xDrive Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 2012-2013 BMW 528i Sedan, 528i xDrive Sedan, 2013-2014 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2013-2014 BMW X3 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2012-2014 BMW Z4 sDrive28i Roadster, and 2014 BMW 428i Coupe, and 428i xDrive Coupe. Due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13V-454.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a locking ring in the camshaft to retain the camshaft seal disk in the proper location, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Critical #13V454000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's brake power assist system relies on a vacuum pump to help you slow down smoothly. In certain models of your car, this pump might not get enough lubrication, which could cause it to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake vacuum pump fails, your brakes won't work as well as they should, making it harder to stop your vehicle. This increases the risk of a crash, especially if you're driving at high speeds or in heavy traffic.
Free Fix
Your local BMW dealer will modify the vacuum pump system to ensure it gets enough lubrication, free of charge.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
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Moderate #15V520000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The side marker lights on your BMW are there to help other drivers see your vehicle, especially at night. In some 2012-2015 models, the software controlling these lights might not work properly when your parking lights or headlights are on.
Risk if Unfixed
If your side marker lights don't turn on, your vehicle might be harder to see at night, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the software in your vehicle's computer to fix the issue, and this repair is completely free. You'll receive a notification about the recall, and you should schedule the fix as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, and ActiveHybrid3 vehicles manufactured October 20, 2011, to June 22, 2015, 2014-2015 328xi Sports Wagon vehicles manufactured March 21, 2013, to March 17, 2015, 2014-2015 328d, 328xd vehicles manufactured June 28, 2013, to April 21, 2015, and 2014-2015 328xd Sports Wagon vehicles manufactured July 5, 2013, to April 21, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the front side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. 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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2 recalls
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall

Other BMW 320i Years

2015
3 recalls
2014
7 recalls
2012
3 recalls
2005
1 recall
2004
1 recall
2003
1 recall
2002
1 recall
2001
1 recall
2000
1 recall

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