NHTSA recall 19V273000
Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Crankcase (pcv)
BMW 325I and 8 more
Reported Apr 4, 2019184,505 vehicles affectedBMW of North America, LLCBuilt Feb 1, 2005 – Aug 30, 2006
The defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 530xi Sports Wagon, 325i, 325xi, 325xi Sports Wagon, 330i, 330xi, Z4 3.0i and Z4 3.0si vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
The risk
An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.
The remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall is an expansion to recall 17V-683.