Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The wiring in your car's heating and air conditioning system helps control airflow - it's like the nervous system of your climate control. In some 2006-2011 BMW models, this wiring could get too hot and fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wiring overheats, it could melt the electrical connectors, which could cause a fire - even when you're not driving. This is a serious risk of a fire, even when your car is unattended.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty wiring and electrical connectors with new, safer ones - at no cost to you. They'll let you know when the repair is ready, and you should schedule it as soon as you can.
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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.
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