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BMW X3 Recall 22V513: Cracked Fuel Rail Can Leak Fuel and Cause Fire

NHTSA campaign 22V513, reported July 20, 2022, 5 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The high-pressure fuel rail in certain engines may crack, allowing fuel to leak into the engine compartment.

Fuel leaking near an ignition source can greatly increase the risk of a vehicle fire. Owners should take this recall seriously and check whether their vehicle is affected.

Authorized BMW dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail free of charge. Owners can also check their VIN for open recalls or contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V513BMW of North America, LLC
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 X1 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive30i, and 228i Gran Coupe vehicles. The high-pressure fuel rail may crack and result in a fuel leak within the engine compartment.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2022. 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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

BMW 228i2022
BMW X12022
BMW X32022