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NHTSA recall 18V732000

Electrical System · BMW of North America, LLC

October 17, 2018report date
172units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: The capacitors within the body domain controller (bdc) may short circuit and overheat.

Why it matters: If the bdc short circuits, other nearby components may also overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix: All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. Bmw dealers will replace the bdc control unit, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2018.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2019 Bmw X5.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 18V732000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.