BMW is recalling more than 720,000 vehicles in the US over a potential fire risk, with owners being advised to park their cars outside and away from buildings until repairs are completed. The recall affects 720,796 vehicles and covers several models built between 2012 and 2018.
These cars were previously recalled in 2024 over a water pump issue, and now for this. BMW is aware of 10 such cases that may be linked to the problem, occurring even after vehicles received the earlier repair.
According to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump could allow water to enter. This may cause a short circuit and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is parked and switched off.
The recall covers various 2, 3, 4 and 5 Series models, along with the X1, X3, X4, X5 and Z4. BMW is still developing a fix, so owners must wait for further instructions.
Source: Reuters
