Defect Description For Recall
BMW Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011 5-Series, 5-Series Gran Turismo, Model Year 2012 6-Series Convertible, 7-Series, X5 Sav, And X6 Sav Vehicles Equipped With 8- Or 12-Cylinder, Turbocharged, Engines Because The Circuit Board For The Electric Auxiliary Water Pump Can Overheat.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
5-SERIES GRAN TURISMO
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
12V161000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Other Fuel Types:Turbo/Supercharger
Effect Of Defect
This Could Lead To A Smoldering Of The Pump Or An Engine Compartment Or Vehicle Fire.
Fix Defect
BMW Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Auxiliary Water Pump Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On April 30, 2012. Owners May Contact BMW Customer Relations And Services At 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20110401
End Of Manufacture
20110505
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2846
Date Owners Notified
20120430
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20120410