BMW 5 Series: The Battery Cables On The 48v Starter Generator May Not Have Been Sufficiently Secured During Production
BMW is recalling 3,880 vehicles across multiple models (3, 4, 5, X3, X4, X5, X6, and X7 series) sold in the United Kingdom because battery cables connected to the 48V starter generator may not have been properly secured during manufacturing. The loose cables could potentially cause electrical issues. Dealers will inspect and retighten the cable connections as needed.
- Recalling firm
- BMW
- Product
- Vehicles: BMW 5 SERIES, BMW X5, BMW X4, BMW 4 SERIES, BMW X3, BMW X7, BMW 3 SERIES, BMW X6. Units affected: 3,880
- Reason
- The battery cables on the 48V starter generator may not have been sufficiently secured during the production process. Remedy: Check the screw connection of the 48V positive / negative battery cables on the starter generator and rework if necessary.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2021-01-25
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/f1a67c82-bba1-48ad-a580-b71644f66a33