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2012 BMW 5 Series FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Safety Recalls

Critical #16V746000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The fuel pump in your vehicle is a small electric motor that sends gasoline from the tank to your engine. In some 2007-2012 BMW models, the wires inside the pump might not be properly connected, which could lead to a problem.
Risk if Unfixed
If the wires melt, your fuel pump could fail, causing your engine to stall while driving. This could lead to a loss of power steering and brakes, making it harder to control your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty fuel pump module with a new one, free of charge. This repair is completely free to you, and you should schedule it as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible after receiving the recall notice. This timing describes the original 2016 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 BMW X5 3.0si, X5 4.8i, X5 M, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i and X5 xDrive50i, 2008-2011 X6 x Drive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 535i xDrive Gran Turismo, 535i Gran Turismo, 550i xDrive Gran Turismo and 550i Gran Turismo, 2011-2012 528i, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i and 550i xDrive and 2012 535i ActiveHybrid, 640i Convertible, 650i Convertible, 650i xDrive Convertible, 650i Coupe and 650i Coupe xDrive vehicles. The affected vehicles have in-tank fuel pumps that may have insufficiently crimped wire contacts.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. Additionally, the fuel pump may stop working, possibly causing an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Other BMW 5 Series 2012 Recalls

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2 recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2 recalls

Other BMW 5 Series Years

2025
4 recalls
2024
6 recalls
2023
3 recalls
2022
5 recalls
2021
10 recalls
2020
7 recalls
2019
2 recalls
2018
6 recalls
2017
2 recalls
2016
7 recalls
2015
4 recalls
2014
6 recalls
2013
4 recalls
2011
6 recalls
2010
2 recalls
2009
2 recalls
2008
3 recalls
2007
3 recalls
2006
4 recalls
2003
2 recalls
2002
4 recalls
2001
4 recalls
2000
2 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2012 BMW 5 Series safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. 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 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP recall for the 2012 BMW 5 Series? (Campaign #16V746000)

The fuel pump in your vehicle is a small electric motor that sends gasoline from the tank to your engine. In some 2007-2012 BMW models, the wires inside the pump might not be properly connected, which could lead to a problem. If the wires melt, your fuel pump could fail, causing your engine to stall while driving. This could lead to a loss of power steering and brakes, making it harder to control your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty fuel pump module with a new one, free of charge. This repair is completely free to you, and you should schedule it as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible after receiving the recall notice. This timing describes the original 2016 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.