NHTSA Recall 19V579000: Electrical system: wiring
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 41,981 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the BMW 128I.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V579000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | August 6, 2019 |
| Owner notification | October 4, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2012 BMW 128i, 135i, 135is Coupes and 128i, 135i Convertible vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors in the blower-regulator wiring harness may overheat.
Safety risk
Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the blower-regulator wiring harness, and replace it with a new part, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall is an expansion of an earlier recall number 17V-676.
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 19V579000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 128I | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| BMW 135I | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| BMW 135IS | 2008, 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.