2012–2014 BMW 320I, X3, 528I and more recall: Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 13V454000
- Reported
- September 26, 2013
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Part
- Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- Vehicles affected
- About 76,191
What is wrong
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 320i, 328i, 320i xDrive, and 328i xDrive sedans; model year 2014 328i xDrive Sports Wagons; model year 2012-2013 528i and 528i xDrive sedans, model year 2013-2014 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles and model year 2012-2014 Z4 sDrive28i roadsters. Due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail.
Safety risk
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the vehicles to prevent insufficient vacuum pump lubrication, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 31, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
BMW 320I (2012, 2013, 2014); BMW 328I (2012, 2013, 2014); BMW 528I (2012, 2013); BMW X1 Sav (2013, 2014); BMW X3 (2013, 2014); BMW Z4 (2012, 2013, 2014). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the vehicles to prevent insufficient vacuum pump lubrication, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 31, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
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.