NHTSA Recall 13V339000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V339000; Date: Aug. 7, 2013
The fuel filter heater could remain activated even when the ignition is off and lead to a dead battery. The unit could also overheat, possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2009 BMW X5; 2010 BMW X5
Component: Fuel System, Diesel: Pre-heater
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 1,540
Recall Summary:
BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 x5 xdrive35d vehicles equipped with a diesel engine and manufactured from June 13, 2009, through November 9, 2009. The fuel filter heater, which is used for warming up the diesel fuel during vehicle operation at low outside temperatures, could experience an electrical overload condition and become permanently activated.
How to Fix:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter heater, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 26, 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall Notes:
This recall is an expansion of safety recall 11v-441. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 26, 2013
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