A defect affecting as many as 720,796 BMW vehicles from the 2010s has led to an extensive recall. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced last week that BMWs equipped with a certain water pump and plug connector are being recalled. In the affected vehicles, the pump's electrical connector may not have been sealed properly, which could lead to water intrusion, potentially resulting in a short circuit and an increased risk of fire.
NHTSA Campaign Number 24V608000 indicates the following vehicles may be affected:
2014-2016 BMW 228i and 228xi
2012-2016 BMW 328i and 328xi, and 328xi Gran Turismo
2014-2016 BMW 428i and 428xi
2012-2016 BMW 528i and 528i xDrive
2012-2015 BMW X1 sDrive28i and xDrive28i
2013-2017 BMW X3 sDrive28i and xDrive28i
2015-2018 BMW X4 xDrive28i
2016-2018 BMW X5 xDrive 40e
2012-2016 BMW Z4 sDrive28i
BMW will contact owners by mail, with letters to be sent by Oct. 4. Owners may also contact BMW directly at 1-800-525-7417. BMW's service network will be tasked with inspecting the water pump and connection, and replacing any faulty parts free of charge. Additionally, a protective shield will be fitted.
Drivers can also reach the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or visit the NHTSA website.
