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UK vehicle safety recall archive

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  • 16 Apr 2018BMW X3Ref R/2018/101

    INFLATOR IN DRIVER AIRBAG MODULE MAY NOT BE PRODUCED TO SPECIFICATION

    Defect

    The driver airbag module may not have been produced to specification. This could lead to excessive pressure building up inside the inflator causing the inflator to rupture resulting in metal fragments passing through the airbag cushion material into the vehicle interior at high speed. This could lead to injury or death of the vehicle occupants.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the driver airbag module.

    Vehicles affected
    32
    OEM ref
    0032710200
    Build start
    22 Dec 2017
    Build end
    12 Mar 2018
  • 19 Mar 2018BMW X3Ref R/2018/073

    REAR SPOILER MAY BE INSECURE

    Defect

    The rear spoiler may not have been properly attached Wind noise and deformation of the spoiler may occur. Continued use may cause the spoiler to detach.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles inspect the attachment of the spoiler and where necessary install new fixings.

    Vehicles affected
    2,397
    OEM ref
    0051270400
    Build start
    14 Jul 2017
    Build end
    22 Feb 2018
  • 21 Dec 2016BMW X3Ref R/2016/300

    POWER STEERING MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY

    Defect

    The electrical contact of the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) of the Electric Power Steering (EPS) is not sufficiently robust over the service life of the vehicle. As a result the power steering support may fail possibly leading to disconcerting driving situation for the driver. Additionally in a few cases a localised thermal event cannot be excluded.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the steering gear (EPS).

    Vehicles affected
    41
    OEM ref
    003245200
    Build start
    19 Sept 2011
    Build end
    08 Dec 2015
  • 06 Jun 2016BMW X3Ref R/2016/179

    ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM MAY BECOME INSECURE

    Defect

    ISOFIX mountings are fixed to a cross member. As a result of vibrations and type of seat used it is possible for the ISOFIX mountings to become insecure and in rare cases break off.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and a metal angle bracket will be welded to each of the four ISOFIX brackets in the back seats to reinforce the mounting.

    Vehicles affected
    45,154
    OEM ref
    0041760100
    Build start
    01 Aug 2010
    Build end
    15 Apr 2016
  • 28 Jul 2014BMW X3Ref R/2014/068

    ENGINE EMERGENCY MODE MAY BE ACTIVATED DURING DRIVING

    Defect

    The screws retaining the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) housing may loosen and under certain circumstances the heads may break off. This can lead to the VANOS leaking oil internally and adversely affect the valve timing adjustment. If found to deviating from targeted data the engine emergency mode will be activated. This will be indicated by a distinct change in engine running. The orange engine management warning lamp and a check message; On vehicles with N51/N52 engines this will appear at ignition recycle on N55 engine it will display immediately.

    Remedy

    Repalce bolted connection of the VANOS adjustment unit

    Vehicles affected
    2,967
    OEM ref
    0011280300& 0011360300
    Build start
    01 Sept 2009
    Build end
    30 Nov 2011
  • 10 Dec 2013BMW X3Ref R/2013/137

    FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY

    Defect

    The defect concerns the front passenger air bag. The skin of certain instrument panels was not correctly scored. In case of accident with air bag deployment the predetermined breaking point will not tear open resulting in the air bag deploying in the instrument panel. This will lead to insufficient restraint effect and possibly release of parts of the air bag system into the passenger compartment.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the instrument panel.

    Vehicles affected
    4
    OEM ref
    0051260300
  • 10 Sept 2013BMW X3Ref R/2013/095

    POSSIBILITY OF FIRE

    Defect

    Due to a fault with an internal connection within the Fuel Filter Heater (FFH) it is possible that during temperatures below freezing the FFH can remain permanently activated. This will normally cause the FFH to overheat which will result in the inability to start the vehicle due to a flat battery. This can occur even when the ignition is turned off. However in extreme cases it could cause a vehicle fire.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to replace the FFH.

    Vehicles affected
    21,502
    OEM ref
    001345200
    Build start
    01 May 2009
    Build end
    30 Nov 2009
  • 05 Oct 2011BMW X3Ref R/2011/123

    RISK OF FIRE

    Defect

    Moisture may enter the fuel filter heater at an electrical connection. Should this occur it can cause a discharge of the battery causing non starting of the vehicle. Also if it occurs whilst the vehicle is in motion it could result in a fire when the vehicle is left unattended.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the fuel filter heater.

    Vehicles affected
    21,923
    OEM ref
    0013080200
    Build start
    20 Aug 2008
    Build end
    12 Jun 2009

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