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2009 BMW 5 series sedan & wagon x5 & x6 wagons, 1 & 7 series diesel variants

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: BMW Australia Ltd

Recall date: 8 August 2013

Defect

An internal short-circuit may occur in the area of the electric contacts of the diesel fuel filter heating unit.

Hazard

In unfavourable individual cases, an electrical short-circuit may occur in the diesel fuel filter heater, which may lead to a vehicle fire. The diesel fuel filter heater unit only operates at temperatures below -1° Celsius.

Remedy

Consumers should contact an authorised BMW motor vehicle service centre, or call the BMW Group Australia Customer Interaction Centre on freecall: 1 800 813 299.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — BMW Australia Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au