The water pump in your vehicle is a key part that helps keep your engine cool. It's connected to a small electrical component that could be exposed to water and malfunction.
Risk if Unfixed
If the electrical connection gets wet and shorts out, it could cause a fire – a potentially serious and life-threatening situation while you're driving.
Free Fix
Your authorized BMW dealer will inspect the water pump and electrical connector, replace them if necessary, and add a protective shield to prevent future issues – all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The brake power assist system in your vehicle relies on a vacuum pump that supplies the extra boost you need for smooth braking. In certain models, the pump might not get enough lubrication, causing it to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pump fails, your brakes will feel spongy or weak, making it harder to stop your vehicle. This could lead to a longer stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will install a locking ring to keep the pump properly lubricated, ensuring it works as it should. This repair is free of charge, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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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.
The vacuum pump in your vehicle's brake system is responsible for helping with the power assist that makes it easier to press the brake pedal. In some 2012-2014 models, this pump might not get enough lubrication, which could lead to problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake vacuum pump fails, you'll experience reduced braking power, making it harder to stop your vehicle quickly. This could increase the risk of a crash, especially on the highway or in emergency situations.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will modify the brake system to ensure the vacuum pump gets the lubrication it needs, and this repair is completely free. You'll get a recall notice, and you should schedule the fix as soon as possible to stay safe on the road.
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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.
The driver's air bag in your vehicle is a crucial safety feature that deploys to protect you in case of a crash. In some affected models, the air bag's inflator could have a manufacturing defect that makes it prone to explosion.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflator explodes during deployment, it could send sharp metal fragments flying towards you or other passengers, putting you at risk of serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty driver's front air bag with a new, safer one at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, and call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 for more information.
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BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 6 Series Gran Coupe, 2014 5 Series Gran Turismo, 2014 5 Series Sedan, 2015 6 Series Convertible, 2015 6 Series Coupe, 2014 X5, 2013-2014 X3, 2014-2015 3 Series Sedan, 2014 4 Series Coupe, 2014 4 Series Convertible, 2014 3 Series Gran Turismo, and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Original — Remedy
The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The air bag in front of you is a safety device that inflates in a crash to protect you. In some 2012-2013 BMW X3 and M6 models, the air bag's metal casing might not be properly secured.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag deploys in a crash, the metal casing could break loose and hit you, causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty air bag with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2013 BMW X3 xDrive28i, X3 xDrive35i, and M6 Convertible vehicles and 2013 M6 Coupe vehicles. The affected vehicles have a driver's frontal air bag inflator that may have been improperly welded.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator housing could separate from the base plate and result in metal striking the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's front air bag module, free of charge. The recall began October 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
A critical part of your air bag system is the tear seam on your instrument panel. In some 2013 X3 models, this seam wasn't made correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a crash, your air bag might not work as it should. This could leave you more vulnerable to injury. Shrapnel from the air bag could also hit you or other passengers.
Free Fix
BMW will replace the faulty instrument panel for free. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 X3 xDrive 28i/35i vehicles manufactured February 11, 2013, through February 27, 2013. Due to a production process error, the tear seam on the instrument panel was not manufactured correctly.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash, the air bag could improperly deploy, thereby reducing the effectiveness of the air bag's protection and increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger. In addition, parts or fragments from the air bag system could strike and injure the front passenger or other vehicle occupants.
Original — Remedy
BMW has notified owners and dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
The lower anchor bars in your vehicle are the metal attachments that secure your child's car seat. In certain models, these bars can become damaged when using a specific type of child seat.
Risk if Unfixed
If the lower anchor bars are damaged, the risk of injury to your child in a crash is increased. This is because the child seat may not be securely fastened, which could cause it to move around during a collision.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will weld a reinforcing bracket to the damaged anchor bars, making them stronger and safer. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017, X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i and X3 xDrive35i, vehicles manufactured July 2, 2010 to April 14, 2016, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014 to March 31, 2016, and 2015-2017 x4 xDrive28i, X4 xDrive35i and X4 xDriveM40i vehicles manufactured March3, 2014 to April 15, 2016. The affected vehicles have lower anchor bars for securing child restraint seats that may become damaged when using the European-ISOFIX-type, rigid-style connector, child restraint system.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
