BMW · Canada · Crit
BMW X5, X6 +2 more: Fuel System
Affects BMW X5, X6, 5 Series, 6 Series · 2007–2012 — about 17K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, the wires going to the in-tank fuel pump may not have been crimped correctly. An incorrect crimp could increase the resistance of the circuit which could cause the contact pin to heat and melt the surrounding plastic. This could potentially cause the fuel pump to stop working causing the vehicle to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Also, in a very rare case, a fuel leak combined with an external ignition source, could increase the risk of fire causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.