NHTSA recall 19V-310 (19V310000)

electrical system recall reported April 17, 2019 - about 159 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 19V310000
Also written as: 19V-310
Reported: April 17, 2019
Vehicles affected: ~159
Component: electrical system

What is being recalled

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 i3 BEV and i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles. A circuit board problem within the Electric Motor Electronics (EME) module may shutdown the supply of high voltage electrical power.

Why it is dangerous

A shut down of high-voltage electrical power would result in a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EME module, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. 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 19V-310 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

BMW I3 - 2018

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