NHTSA recall 17V-088 (17V088000)
fuel system, gasoline recall reported February 9, 2017 - about 19,130 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V088000
- Also written as
- 17V-088
- Reported
- February 9, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~19,130
- Component
- fuel system, gasoline
What is being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles. The fuel tank vent line may rub against the ribbed wire protection sleeve of the battery positive (B+) cable, creating a hole in the vent line and causing a fuel vapor leak.
Why it is dangerous
A fuel vapor leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel vent line, replacing it as necessary, and install a clip to prevent it from chafing, free of charge. The recall beganApril 3, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-088 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.