NHTSA recall 19V-599 (19V599000)
hybrid propulsion system recall reported August 14, 2019 - about 139 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V599000
- Also written as
- 19V-599
- Reported
- August 14, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- ~139
- Component
- hybrid propulsion system
What is being recalled
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 i3 BEV, i3 REx, and i8 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 October 11, 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-599 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.