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NHTSA Recall 19V472000: Cables (electrical system) and 2 other components

BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 16,641 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the BMW 328I.

16,641
vehicles potentially affected
4
models affected
2019
owners notified (August 14)
NHTSA campaign19V472000
ComponentsELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report receivedJune 19, 2019
Owner notificationAugust 14, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009 328i and 328xi, 2009-2011 335d, 2008-2012 M3 Coupe and M3 Convertible, and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles. The connection of the positive battery cable at the fuse box terminal may degrade, resulting in an intermittent loss of electrical power.

Safety risk

A loss of electrical power can cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and secure the positive battery cable connector, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall is an expansion of a previous recall, number 18V-314.

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 19V472000

Make and modelModel years
BMW 328I2009
BMW 328XI2009
BMW 335D2009, 2010, 2011
BMW M32008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012

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.