BMW Of: Park Outside: Water Pump Connector May Short Circuit (electrical System)

BMW is recalling certain 2012-2018 model 3 Series, 5 Series, Z4, X1, X3, X4, X5, 4 Series, and 2 Series vehicles because a water pump connector may not be properly sealed, allowing water to enter and cause an electrical short circuit. A short circuit in this connector poses a fire risk. Owners should park vehicles outside and away from buildings until a repair becomes available, with owner notifications expected in December 2026.

Recalling firm

BMW of North America, LLC

Product

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2016 3 Series, 5 Series, Z4, 2012-2015 X1, 2013-2017 X3, 2015-2016 4 Series Gran Coupe, 2 Series Convertible, 2014-2016 328xi Gran Turismo, 2 Series Coupe, 4 Series Convertible, 3 Series Coupe, 3 Series Sportswagon, 2015-2018 X4, and 2016-2018 X5 xDrive40e vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.

Reason

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire. Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed. The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in December 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 25, 2026. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 24V608. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy...

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United States

Agency

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Recall date

2026-11-04

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Nationwide

Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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