Component Description
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report
BMW of North America, LLC
Begin Date Of Manufacturing
20140305
End Date Of Manufacturing
20161230
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report
0
Potential Number Of Units Affected
19130
Date Owner Notified By MFR
20170325
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI)
MFR
Mfg
BMW of North America, LLC
Report Received Date
20170209
Record Creation Date
20170214
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary
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.
Consequence Summary
A fuel vapor leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Summary
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 Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
Manufacturer
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