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21V-199

Mar 24, 2021

BMW

Inlet check valve weld may fail, allowing the filling pipe to separate from the fuel tank

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21V-089

Feb 18, 2021

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Right front brake disc may have been assembled with incorrect fasteners, which over time, could result in the front brake disc becoming loose

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Feb 10, 2021

BMW

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Feb 3, 2021

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Jan 29, 2021

BMW

Steering column shaft's universal joint connection may not have been tightened to specifications, and can become loose

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Campaign 21V-199

Inlet check valve weld may fail, allowing the filling pipe to separate from the fuel tank

Manufacturer: BMW
Filed: March 24, 2021
Component: Fuel system
Vehicles affected: 17
Remedy: Part replacement
Recall type: Vehicle

Defect summary

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, and X4, and 2021 X4 xDrive30i vehicles. The inlet check valve weld may fail, allowing the filling pipe to separate from the fuel tank.

Consequence

Fuel may leak through the failed weld, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall is scheduled to begin May 17, 2021. Owners were also contacted by telephone. To date, all repairs have been done. No further owner notification letters will be sent. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Affected models

BMW X3 2021 BMW X4 2021

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