BMW recalls 700,000 cars — they could catch fire at any moment
BMW has launched a massive recall campaign in the United States affecting 720,796 vehicles. The cause of the recall is a potential fire hazard: according to US regulators, some vehicles could catch fire even when the engine is not running, abw.by reports .
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The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) advises owners not to park these vehicles in garages, near houses, or close to other vehicles until repairs are carried out. Owners are recommended to park cars in open spaces while awaiting service work.
The root of the issue is linked to the water pump's electrical connector, which may be insufficiently shielded from moisture. Water intrusion can cause a short circuit and, in the worst-case scenario, ignite a fire. Special attention has been drawn to the situation because some of these vehicles were already recalled in 2024 for a similar reason. However, as it turned out, earlier measures did not ensure complete resolution of the defect.
According to BMW, about ten incidents potentially related to this issue have been recorded in the United States. No traffic accidents or injuries have been reported to date.
The list includes 2012–2018 model year BMW vehicles, including the 2-Series, 3-Series, 4-Series, 5-Series, X1, X3, X4, X5 xDrive40e, Z4, as well as the 328xi Gran Turismo.
BMW is still preparing the final technical remedy. Once approved, owners will be invited to authorized dealerships for free repairs. Notification mailings are scheduled to begin on December 25.