BMW 3 Series: Variation To Electrical Resistance In The Blower Regulator Wiring Harness Connector
Recall Summary BMW is recalling 1.1 million 3 Series vehicles due to potential electrical issues in the blower regulator wiring harness connector. Over time, corrosion and movement in the connector can cause overheating and damage to the wiring, which could increase the risk of fire. BMW will inspect the blower regulator wiring harness and install a new part if needed.
- Recalling firm
- BMW
- Product
- Vehicles: BMW 3 SERIES. Units affected: 1,116,416
- Reason
- Over time irregularities in the crimp connection in conjunction with relative movements of the tin coated connector at the end of the wiring harness which connects to the tin coated blower regulator pin could lead to frictional corrosion. In combination with very high current flow which would occur which could lead to a temperature increase. As a result the blower regulator wiring could be damaged and could lead to partial contact of individual wire strands. this could result in an irregular current flow further overheating and increase the risk of fire. Remedy: The blower regulator wiring...
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2018-06-27
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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