NHTSA recall 19V-472 (19V472000)
electrical system recall reported June 19, 2019 - about 16,641 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V472000
- Also written as
- 19V-472
- Reported
- June 19, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~16,641
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009 328i and 328xi, 2009-2011 335d, 2008-2012 M3 Coupe and M3 Convertible, and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles. The connection of the positive battery cable at the fuse box terminal may degrade, resulting in an intermittent loss of electrical power.
Why it is dangerous
A loss of electrical power can cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and secure the positive battery cable connector, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall is an expansion of a previous recall, number 18V-314.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-472 when calling a dealer.
Affected 4 models
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.