Westwood, NJ – August 31, 2021 – BMW (OTCMKTS:BMWYY) has recalled 11,216 vehicles which may stall, increasing the risk of injury or a crash. This recall affects a wide range of diesel vehicles, including:
- 2014 – 2018 BMW 328D
- 2015 – 2017 BMW X3
- 2014 – 2016 BMW 535D
- 2014 – 2018 BMW X5
- 2015 BMW 740LD
The affected component in this recall is the BMW high-pressure fuel pump with part number 7810696 and 7283473
Recall summary
Vehicles in this recall have diesel engines with a so-called “common rail” fuel system, which allows better performance and fuel economy. Part of that system is a high-pressure fuel pump, whose internal components may wear excessively due to factors such as using low-quality fuel. In certain scenarios, the pump may shut itself down as a preventive measure, causing the vehicle to stall.
Warning signs
A warning light on the dashboard will illuminate when the fuel pump is not performing properly.
Risks
A vehicle that stalls while driving may lead to situations that are potentially dangerous to both its occupants and other motorists, especially if it happens in high-speed or dense traffic conditions. To read more
Other BMW recalls
All of these diesel vehicles were involved in a previous BMW recall where a potential coolant leak could result in a fire.
The repair
BMW authorized dealers will solve the issue by replacing the fuel pump with an improved version, which is less susceptible to wear. This repair is free of charge, and notifications will be sent to owners on September 20, 2021.
Is your vehicle a part of this recall?
This BMW recall includes more than 11,000 vehicles. To check for this and other BMW recalls, use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.
