BMW 3 Series (2010) – 12E029000

Defect Description For Recall

This Recall Involves Aftermarket Parts Sold By Valeo. Valeo Is Recalling Certain Engine Cooling Fans, Part Numbers 696121, 696273, And 696275, Used As Service Replacement Parts For Model Year 2008-2011 BMW 1-Series, 2006-2011 BMW 3-Series, 2000-2009 BMW 5-Series, 2004-2005 BMW 6-Series, And 2006-2007 BMW 7-Series Vehicles. A Metal-Oxide Semiconductor May Overheat Due To Insufficient Screwing Of The Semiconductor On The Aluminum Heat Sink. This Primary Failure Could Cause Adjacent Components On The Fan Assembly Motor Circuit Board To Overheat And Short.

Make Of Vehicle

BMW

Model Of Vehicle

3 SERIES

Year

2010

Recall Campaign Number

12E029000

Component Description

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan

Effect Of Defect

This Condition Could Cause The Fan Motor To Become Inoperative, Or Cause The Motor Circuit Board In The Assembly To Overheat, Potentially Leading To A Fire In The Engine Compartment.

Fix Defect

Valeo Will Notify Owners And Replace The Fans Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On August 22, 2012. This Recall Is Being Conducted By Valeo, Not By BMW. For Further Information, Owners May Contact Valeo At 1-888-718-2536.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Valeo

Start Of Manufacture

End Of Manufacture

Type Of Vehicle Recall

E

Number Affected

585

Date Owners Notified

20120822

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

BMW Of North America, Llc

Date Report Received

20120810

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard