Defect Description For Recall
BMW Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2004-2010 5-Series, Model Year 2004-2010 6-Series, Model Year 2006-2010 M5, And Model Year 2007-2010 M6 Vehicles. The Insulated Bulkhead Connector For The Positive Battery Cable May Have Been Incorrectly Attached To The Trunk Floor Panel, Which Can Lead To A Loosening Of The Bolt ConneCTIon. As It Loosens, An Increase In Electrical Resistance At This Cable ConneCTIon Is Possible And Could Cause The Cable ConneCTIon To Overheat.
Make Of Vehicle
BMW
Model Of Vehicle
6 SERIES
Year
2010
Recall Campaign Number
12V126000
Component Description
Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:Cables
Effect Of Defect
Overheating Could Lead To A Fire, Even While The Vehicle Is Not In Use. As A Precaution, Owners Are Advised To Park Outside Until The Remedy Has Been Made.
Fix Defect
BMW Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect And Secure The Battery Bolt Cable ConneCTIon As Necessary, 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
20030901
End Of Manufacture
20100731
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
367682
Date Owners Notified
20120430
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
BMW Of North America, Llc
Date Report Received
20120326