NHTSA Recall 14V674000: Auxillary tank (fuel system)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 223 vehicles. It affects 2014 BMW I8.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V674000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › AUXILLARY TANK |
| Report received | October 27, 2014 |
| Owner notification | December 16, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 i8 vehicles manufactured from May 16, 2014, to September 16, 2014. A bolt used to attach a ground cable between the tank and the vehicle chassis may not have been properly welded during manufacturing.
Safety risk
An inadequate weld of the bolt to the fuel tank could cause a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could lead to a fire.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank if necessary, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V674000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW I8 | 2014 |
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.