CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i vehicles. The affected vehicles may have battery positive (B+) cables that develop high resistance in the connections to the fuse box.
- Risk
- The high resistance may result in loss of the cable's electrical connection, possibly causing an engine stall and preventing the vehicle from restarting, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the B+ cable connector with one that is silver coated and better secure it to the fuse box, free of charge. The recall began April 3, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
A high-resistance connection in the positive battery (B+) cable, where it meets the fuse box, can cause the cable to lose its electrical connection. This may cut power, stall the engine, and leave the vehicle unable to restart, which increases the risk of a crash.
BMW will notify affected owners. Dealers will replace the B+ cable connector with a silver-coated version and secure it better to the fuse box, free of charge. To check whether your vehicle is affected, look up your VIN for open recalls, or contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| BMW X1 SAV | 2014 |
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