BMW 5 Series: Fire May Occur
BMW Recall Summary BMW is recalling 126 vehicles from its 5, 6, 7, and X series models because certain engines have a water pump for the turbocharger that may crack, causing overheating and potential engine compartment fires. The affected vehicles are being distributed in the United Kingdom. BMW will replace the water pump with a more robust version.
- Recalling firm
- BMW
- Product
- Vehicles: BMW 5 SERIES, BMW ALPINA, BMW X5, BMW 6 SERIES, BMW 7 SERIES, BMW X6. Units affected: 126
- Reason
- Some engines are fitted with an additional water pump for the turbo charger. In some circumstances a crack may develop which then leads to melting of the plug connections and the housing. Further heat development may then lead to scorch damage. In exceptional cases such overheating can lead to smouldering of the water pump. If smouldering occurs an engine compartment fire and vehicle fire cannot be excluded. Remedy: The water pump will be replaced for a new more robust version.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2012-04-27
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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