NHTSA Recall 18V755000
NHTSA Campaign Id 18V755000; Date: Oct. 25, 2018
the melting intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 BMW 328D; 2014 BMW 328D; 2015 BMW 328D; 2016 BMW 328D; 2017 BMW 328D; 2018 BMW 328D; 2014 BMW 535D; 2015 BMW 535D; 2016 BMW 535D; 2015 BMW 740LD; 2015 BMW X3; 2016 BMW X3; 2017 BMW X3; 2014 BMW X5; 2015 BMW X5; 2016 BMW X5; 2017 BMW X5
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve)
Manufactured by: Bmw Of North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 44,368
Recall Summary:
bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2013-2018 bmw 328d and 328d xdrive, 2014-2018 328d sports wagon and 328d xdrive sports wagon, 2014-2016 535d and 535d xdrive, 2015 740ld xdrive, 2015-2017 x3 xdrive28d sav and 2014-2017 x5 xdrive35d sav vehicles equipped with an exhaust gas recirculation (egr) module with an integrated cooler. if the egr cooler leaks internally, the coolant can mix with diesel engine soot. the high egr temperatures may result in these particles possibly smoldering and melting the intake manifold.
How to Fix:
bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the egr cooler as necessary. if a leak has already occurred, the engine intake manifold will also be replaced. these repairs will be made free of charge. the recall is expected to begin december 17, 2018. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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.
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