NHTSA Recall 10V331000: Fuel gauge system (fuel system)
BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,080 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the BMW 5 Series.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V331000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER › STORAGE › FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM |
| Report received | July 22, 2010 |
| Owner notification | October 18, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW is recalling certain 2010 and 2011 5-series and 5-series gran turismo passenger vehicles manufactured from january 12 through july 1, 2010. The vehicle's fuel level sensor within the fuel tank can become wedged against the tank.
Safety risk
If this occurs, the fuel gauge in the instrument cluster would display a larger amount of fuel than was actually in the tank. As a result, if the tank became empty, the vehicle could stall increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on october 18, 2010. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V331000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.