Defect Description For Recall
BMW Of North America, Llc (BMW) Is Recalling Certain 2006 525I, 525Xi, 530I, 530Xi, 530Xi Sports Wagon, 325I, 325Xi, 325Xi Sports Wagon, 330I, 330Xi, Z4 3.0I And Z4 3.0Si Vehicles. The Heater For The Positive Crankcase Ventilation (Pcv) Valve May Short Circuit.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
525XI
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
19V273000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (Pcv)
Effect Of Defect
An Electrical Short Can Cause The Parts Within The Pcv Valve To Melt, Increasing The Risk Of A Fire, Even When The Vehicle Is Not In Use.
Fix Defect
BMW Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Pcv Valve Heater, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began May 30, 2019. Owners May Contact BMW Customer Service At 1-800-525-7417. Note: This Recall Is An Expansion To Recall 17V-683.
Vehicle Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20050401
End Of Manufacture
20060225
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
184505
Date Owners Notified
20190530
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20190404