The water pump in your vehicle is a key part that helps keep your engine cool. It's connected to an electrical system that might be exposed to water if not sealed properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the electrical system gets wet, it could short circuit and start a fire, which could cause serious damage to your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the water pump and electrical connector, replace them if needed, 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 vacuum pump in your brake system is a critical part that helps assist your power brakes. In some 2012-2014 BMW models, this pump may not get enough lubrication and could fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake vacuum pump fails, you'll experience a sudden loss of braking power. This could make it harder to stop your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will add a critical locking ring to the camshaft to ensure proper brake function — and this repair is completely free. You'll be notified when the repair is ready, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
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 brake vacuum pump in your BMW is a critical part that helps assist your brakes. In some 2012-2014 models, it might not get enough lubrication, which can cause it to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake vacuum pump fails, you may experience reduced braking power, making it harder to stop your vehicle. This increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will modify the brake system to ensure proper lubrication of the vacuum pump, completely free of charge. You should schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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 electric power steering system in your vehicle helps make steering easier. However, in some 2011 and 2012 1-Series Active E and Z4 models, the electrical current to this system might fluctuate, causing it to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the power steering fails, you'll need to put more effort into steering the vehicle, which could make it harder to control, especially at high speeds. This increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the steering assistance module with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible after receiving the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 1-SERIES ACTIVE E AND MODEL YEAR 2012 Z4 VEHICLES. VARIATIONS IN ELECTRICAL CURRENT MAY OCCUR WITHIN THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE SYSTEM, LEADING TO SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING ASSISTANCE MAY INCREASE THE STEERING EFFORT REQUIRED TO CONTROL THE DIRECTION OF A VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING ASSISTANCE MODULE, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN DURING JULY 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AT 1-800-525-7417.
