Component
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The TurboCord Portable Charger in your vehicle has a critical component called capacitors that help regulate the flow of electricity. In some cases, these capacitors can fail in 2018-2019 BMW models.
Risk if Unfixed
If the capacitors fail, you could get an electrical shock or a fire, which can increase the risk of serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the charging cable and replace it if it's faulty – at no cost to you. You should schedule the inspection as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 330e iPerformance, i3 Rex, i3 Sport Rex, X5 xDrive40e, i3 BEV, i3 Sport BEV and 2019 i8 and i8 Roadster vehicles and 2018-2019 530e iPerformance, 530e xDrive iPerformance and 740Le xDrive iPerformance vehicles. Capacitors within the TurboCord Portable Chargers may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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