Component
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's TurboCord Portable Charger has a potential electrical issue that could cause a shock or fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If this isn't fixed, you could get an electrical shock or a fire, which can cause serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
BMW will inspect and replace the charging cable with a new one, free of charge, and will notify you when to bring your vehicle in.
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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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