BMW Announces Two Major Recalls

Report Receipt Date: FEB 07, 2013

Component(s): SERVICE BRAKES , SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 

Vehicle Make - Model - Model Year(s)

• BMWX5 SUV2007-2010

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

SUMMARY:

BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 X5 SUV vehicles, manufactured September 12, 2006, through March 18, 2010 and equipped with an 8-cylinder
engine. The brake vacuum pump may leak a small amount of lubricating oil into
the hose. The contamination could result in a loss of power braking.

CONSEQUENCE:

The loss of power assist in braking could increase stopping distance and lead to a
vehicle crash.

REMEDY:

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake vacuum line with one that contains a check valve, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in February 2013. Owners  may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Report Receipt Date: FEB 07, 2013

Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Vehicle Make - Model - Model Year(s)

• BMW 128I 2008-2012
• BMW 135I 2008-2012
• BMW 328I 2007-2011
• BMW 335I 2007-2011
• BMW Z4    2009-2011

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

SUMMARY:

BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured December 2007 through July 2011; and 2007-2011 3-Series coupes
and convertibles manufactured March 2007 through July 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series
sedans manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sports wagons manufactured March 2007 through June 2011; and 2009-2011 Z4 vehicles manufactured March 2009 through June 2011.The connector for the positive battery
cable connector and the corresponding terminal on the fuse box may degrade over
time. Over time, the high current flow and heat from electrical resistance
may lead to a breakage of the connection, and a loss of electrical power to the
vehicle.

CONSEQUENCE:

If there is a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, the vehicle may unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable connector and secure it with an improved method, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in
March 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.