NHTSA recall 13V-339 (13V339000)
fuel system, diesel recall reported August 7, 2013 - about 1,540 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 13V339000
- Also written as
- 13V-339
- Reported
- August 7, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,540
- Component
- fuel system, diesel
What is being recalled
BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 X5 xDrive35d vehicles equipped with a diesel engine and manufactured from June 13, 2009, through November 9, 2009. The fuel filter heater, which is used for warming up the diesel fuel during vehicle operation at low outside temperatures, could experience an electrical overload condition and become permanently activated.
Why it is dangerous
The fuel filter heater could remain activated even when the ignition is off and lead to a dead battery. The unit could also overheat, possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter heater, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 26, 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 13V-339 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.