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2013–2015 BMW 760LI recall: Engine and engine cooling: engine

NHTSA campaign 18V-674 · September 26, 2018 · BMW of North America, LLC

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
18V674000
Reported
September 26, 2018
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Part
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Vehicles affected
About 3

What is wrong

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 BMW 760Li vehicles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) may have been programmed with incompatible software during a service visit, possibly causing the engine to stall.

Safety risk

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

All affected vehicles have been repaired by programming the ECU with the correct software. Therefore, owner letters will not be sent. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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 760LI (2013, 2014, 2015). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

All affected vehicles have been repaired by programming the ECU with the correct software. Therefore, owner letters will not be sent. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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.