2012 BMW 535I Activehybrid recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2012 BMW 535I Activehybrid. The most recent was reported on October 17, 2016.

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Recalls at a glance

Date	Campaign	Part	Vehicles
October 17, 2016	16V-746	Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump	136,188

Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

October 17, 2016 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 16V-746

What is wrong: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 BMW X5 3.0si, X5 4.8i, X5 M, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i and X5 xDrive50i, 2008-2011 X6 x Drive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 535i xDrive Gran Turismo, 535i Gran Turismo, 550i xDrive Gran Turismo and 550i Gran Turismo, 2011-2012 528i, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i and 550i xDrive and 2012 535i ActiveHybrid, 640i Convertible, 650i Convertible, 650i xDrive Convertible, 650i Coupe and 650i Coupe xDrive vehicles. The affected vehicles have in-tank fuel pumps that may have insufficiently crimped wire contacts.

Risk: The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. Additionally, the fuel pump may stop working, possibly causing an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash.

The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 BMW 535I Activehybrid have recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2012 BMW 535I Activehybrid, the most recent reported on October 17, 2016. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2012 BMW 535I Activehybrid?

Fuel system, gasoline (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 1 of the 1 campaign listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.