Recall 12V-161: 2011 BMW 5 Series, 2011 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo and 4 more
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Apr 10, 2012, covering about 2,846 vehicles.
The problem
Bmw is recalling certain model year 2011 5-series, 5-series gran turismo, model year 2012 6-series convertible, 7-series, x5 sav, and x6 sav vehicles equipped with 8- or 12-cylinder, turbocharged, engines because the circuit board for the electric auxiliary water pump can overheat.
The risk
This could lead to a smoldering of the pump or an engine compartment or vehicle fire.
The fix
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump free of charge. The safety recall began on april 30, 2012. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
This recall is an expansion of safety recall 11v521.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Other Fuel Types › Turbo/Supercharger |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V161000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| BMW 5 Series | 2011 | All years |
| BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo | 2011 | All years |
| BMW 6 Series | 2012 | All years |
| BMW 7-Series | 2012 | All years |
| BMW X5 SAV | 2012 | All years |
| BMW X6 SAV | 2012 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V-161?
Bmw is recalling certain model year 2011 5-series, 5-series gran turismo, model year 2012 6-series convertible, 7-series, x5 sav, and x6 sav vehicles equipped with 8- or 12-cylinder, turbocharged, engines because the circuit board for the electric auxiliary water pump can overheat.
How is recall 12V-161 fixed?
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump free of charge. The safety recall began on april 30, 2012. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.