NHTSA Recall 14V674000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V674000; Date: Oct. 27, 2014
An inadequate weld of the bolt to the fuel tank could cause a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could lead to a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 BMW I8
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:auxillary Tank
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 223
Recall Summary:
BMW of north America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 i8 vehicles manufactured from may 16, 2014, to September 16, 2014. A bolt used to attach a ground cable between the tank and the vehicle chassis may not have been properly welded during manufacturing.
How to Fix:
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank if necessary, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or customerrelations@bmwusa. Com.
Recall Notes:
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: Dec 16, 2014
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