BMW 135I, 128I +1 more: Electrical system — wiring

Affects BMW 135I, 128I, 135IS · 2008–2012 — about 42K vehicles.

The hazard

Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.

What to do

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational