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2013 BMW 5 Series ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Safety Recalls

Critical #24V608000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The water pump in your vehicle is a critical part that keeps your engine cool. In some 2012-2018 models, the electrical connector on the water pump might not seal properly, letting water in and causing a short circuit.
Risk if Unfixed
If the electrical connector gets wet, it could short circuit and increase the risk of a fire while you're driving, which could cause serious damage or even an accident.
Free Fix
Your authorized BMW dealer will inspect the water pump and replace it, along with the plug connector and add a protective shield, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2024 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 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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2 recalls
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1 recall

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
2012
5 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 2013 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 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP recall for the 2013 BMW 5 Series? (Campaign #24V608000)

The water pump in your vehicle is a critical part that keeps your engine cool. In some 2012-2018 models, the electrical connector on the water pump might not seal properly, letting water in and causing a short circuit. If the electrical connector gets wet, it could short circuit and increase the risk of a fire while you're driving, which could cause serious damage or even an accident. Your authorized BMW dealer will inspect the water pump and replace it, along with the plug connector and add a protective shield, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2024 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.